Our Team
We are a diverse team dedicated to improving the livelihoods of children and their families through personalized therapy programs. We take care in explaining to families their child's needs and sharing therapy techniques to take home to help make parenting a little bit easier. We guide your family through a process of building your child's life skills for daily living.
Clinicians
Amy Grant, M.S., CCC-SLP, CAS, Clinic Director, Speech-Language Pathologist, Autism Specialist
Amy holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, as well as a license from the Texas State Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Amy is a Certified Autism Specialist with over 13 years experience. She has an extensive background in evaluating and treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and patients requiring augmentative communication devices, and she also has advanced knowledge of American Sign Language. Amy received extensive training on administering the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and is able to assist pediatricians and neurologists in identifying Autism Spectrum Disorders. Born and raised in Texas, Amy received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Texas at Austin in 2003 and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Texas at El Paso in 2005.
She has experience working with people of all ages and in a variety of settings, including home health, public schools, hospitals, inpatient and private outpatient clinics. Her scope of practice covers Asperger Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Fluency Disorders, Language Impairments, Hearing Impairments, Apraxia of Speech or Oral, Aphasia, Cleft Lip/Palate, Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Down Syndrome, Non-verbal communication impairments, as well as a multitude of other diagnoses. Amy’s professional interests include Autism Spectrum Disorders, Picture Exchange Communication System, Narrative Language, Oral Motor Development, Treatment of Hypernasality in Children with Down Syndrome, Resonance Disorders & Velopharyngeal Dysfunction, and Dysphagia Management.
In their free time Amy and her daughter enjoy attending festivals, traveling, reading, and spending time with their extended family. Email Amy
Amy holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, as well as a license from the Texas State Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Amy is a Certified Autism Specialist with over 13 years experience. She has an extensive background in evaluating and treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and patients requiring augmentative communication devices, and she also has advanced knowledge of American Sign Language. Amy received extensive training on administering the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and is able to assist pediatricians and neurologists in identifying Autism Spectrum Disorders. Born and raised in Texas, Amy received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Texas at Austin in 2003 and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Texas at El Paso in 2005.
She has experience working with people of all ages and in a variety of settings, including home health, public schools, hospitals, inpatient and private outpatient clinics. Her scope of practice covers Asperger Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Fluency Disorders, Language Impairments, Hearing Impairments, Apraxia of Speech or Oral, Aphasia, Cleft Lip/Palate, Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Down Syndrome, Non-verbal communication impairments, as well as a multitude of other diagnoses. Amy’s professional interests include Autism Spectrum Disorders, Picture Exchange Communication System, Narrative Language, Oral Motor Development, Treatment of Hypernasality in Children with Down Syndrome, Resonance Disorders & Velopharyngeal Dysfunction, and Dysphagia Management.
In their free time Amy and her daughter enjoy attending festivals, traveling, reading, and spending time with their extended family. Email Amy
Katherine P. Navarro, B.S., Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Katherine received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders from Texas State University. She is licensed by the Texas Board of Examiners. Katherine’s experience with the pediatric population comes from outpatient clinics and childcare. She enjoys spending time with her family, and her professional interests include Apraxia of Speech, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Fluency Disorders, late talkers, and Augmentative Alternative Communication devices. Katherine loves helping as many families as she can and making a positive difference in the lives of all children and their families. She provides detailed homework and extensive family training to ensure progress is made at home as well as well as within each therapy session. Email Katherine
Katherine received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders from Texas State University. She is licensed by the Texas Board of Examiners. Katherine’s experience with the pediatric population comes from outpatient clinics and childcare. She enjoys spending time with her family, and her professional interests include Apraxia of Speech, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Fluency Disorders, late talkers, and Augmentative Alternative Communication devices. Katherine loves helping as many families as she can and making a positive difference in the lives of all children and their families. She provides detailed homework and extensive family training to ensure progress is made at home as well as well as within each therapy session. Email Katherine
Alyssa Chávez, B.S., Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Alyssa received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The University of Texas at Austin. She is licensed with the Texas State Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Professional interests include; Autism Spectrum Disorder, late talkers, and multicultural influence on language development. She is a proficient Spanish speaker. In her free time Alyssa enjoys spending time with her family and friends, discovering new restaurants, hiking, and playing with her dog. Email Alyssa
Alyssa received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The University of Texas at Austin. She is licensed with the Texas State Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Professional interests include; Autism Spectrum Disorder, late talkers, and multicultural influence on language development. She is a proficient Spanish speaker. In her free time Alyssa enjoys spending time with her family and friends, discovering new restaurants, hiking, and playing with her dog. Email Alyssa
Maria Higgins, B.S., Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Maria received her Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Care from Texas State University. She then went on to attend the post baccalaureate SLPA Certificate Program at the University of Houston. She is licensed with the Texas State Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. She has extensive experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, articulation impairments, and mixed receptive-expressive language disorders. Her professional interests include Autism Spectrum Disorder, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, and cognitive communication disorders. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband, go on road trips, and exploring the culinary delights of central Texas. Email Maria
Maria received her Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Care from Texas State University. She then went on to attend the post baccalaureate SLPA Certificate Program at the University of Houston. She is licensed with the Texas State Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. She has extensive experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, articulation impairments, and mixed receptive-expressive language disorders. Her professional interests include Autism Spectrum Disorder, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, and cognitive communication disorders. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband, go on road trips, and exploring the culinary delights of central Texas. Email Maria
Katie Brown, B.S., Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Katie received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Psychology from Texas A&M University in Kingsville. She has been licensed with the Texas State Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists since 2013. Professional interests include; language impairments, articulation disorders, alternative forms of communication (e.g., PECS and speech generating devices), and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Additional exposures include; Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy (CP), and Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Katie has experience providing pediatric clinic-based and home-based speech-language therapy. In her free time Katie enjoys spending time with her family, being outside, singing, and dancing. Email Katie
Katie received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Psychology from Texas A&M University in Kingsville. She has been licensed with the Texas State Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists since 2013. Professional interests include; language impairments, articulation disorders, alternative forms of communication (e.g., PECS and speech generating devices), and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Additional exposures include; Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy (CP), and Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Katie has experience providing pediatric clinic-based and home-based speech-language therapy. In her free time Katie enjoys spending time with her family, being outside, singing, and dancing. Email Katie
Emily Swogger, OTR, M.S., Occupational Therapist
Emily received her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Walsh University. She then went on to receive her Master of Arts in History and Government from Ashland University and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Cleveland State University. In 2016 she and her family moved to the Lone Star State. She is licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas. Emily joins us with a passion for making a difference in the world and forever learning. Professional interests and exposure include; infants, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Cerebral Palsy, Dysgraphia, and Vision Processing. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, gardening, and wrapping gifts.
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Emily received her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Walsh University. She then went on to receive her Master of Arts in History and Government from Ashland University and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Cleveland State University. In 2016 she and her family moved to the Lone Star State. She is licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas. Emily joins us with a passion for making a difference in the world and forever learning. Professional interests and exposure include; infants, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Cerebral Palsy, Dysgraphia, and Vision Processing. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, gardening, and wrapping gifts.
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Amanda "Mandee" Anders COTA/L, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mandee received her Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from Brown Mackie College in Akron, Ohio. She is licensed to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Texas. Her passion for the pediatric population, dedication to educating families, and empowering patients and their families to carry over therapeutic activities into their daily lives she has provided services in a variety of settings. Professional interests and exposure include; Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Torticollis, fine motor/ handwriting weaknesses, and children with challenging behaviors . In her free time she enjoys creating sticker mosaics with her daughter, crafting, and decorating for holidays. Email Mandee
Mandee received her Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from Brown Mackie College in Akron, Ohio. She is licensed to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Texas. Her passion for the pediatric population, dedication to educating families, and empowering patients and their families to carry over therapeutic activities into their daily lives she has provided services in a variety of settings. Professional interests and exposure include; Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Torticollis, fine motor/ handwriting weaknesses, and children with challenging behaviors . In her free time she enjoys creating sticker mosaics with her daughter, crafting, and decorating for holidays. Email Mandee
Sherry Ryan, COTA/L, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sherry received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Texas State University and an Associates Degree in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program from St. Philip’s College in San Antonio, Texas. She is a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the state of Texas. Prior to becoming a COTA, Sherry was a teacher in a non-traditional school. Sherry is passionate about working as a team to improve the lives of children and families by providing high-quality, personalized therapeutic activities that carry over into daily life. Her professional interests include: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Cerebral Palsy, Dysgraphia, fine motor/handwriting weakness, and Vision Processing Disorder. In her free time, she enjoys game nights with her family, cooking, gardening, and listening to music. Email Sherry
Sherry received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Texas State University and an Associates Degree in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program from St. Philip’s College in San Antonio, Texas. She is a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the state of Texas. Prior to becoming a COTA, Sherry was a teacher in a non-traditional school. Sherry is passionate about working as a team to improve the lives of children and families by providing high-quality, personalized therapeutic activities that carry over into daily life. Her professional interests include: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Cerebral Palsy, Dysgraphia, fine motor/handwriting weakness, and Vision Processing Disorder. In her free time, she enjoys game nights with her family, cooking, gardening, and listening to music. Email Sherry
Administration
Deborah Garza, B.S., Administrative Director
Deborah leads the team with over nineteen years of experience in office management. Born and raised in Texas, she received her Bachelor of Science in Communication with Minor in English from the University of Texas at Austin. She is also a certified paralegal and a real estate broker. Deborah oversees all processes pertaining to medical billing, insurance rules and regulations, customer protection regulations, and financial and budget activities for the clinic. Her years of experience as a legal secretary and office manager has well-equipped her with all the tools necessary to maintain an effective relationship with insurance companies in order to ensure your child receives every benefit that can be garnered. Deborah’s interests include facilitating workshops, swimming, and working with children and animals. Email Deborah
Deborah leads the team with over nineteen years of experience in office management. Born and raised in Texas, she received her Bachelor of Science in Communication with Minor in English from the University of Texas at Austin. She is also a certified paralegal and a real estate broker. Deborah oversees all processes pertaining to medical billing, insurance rules and regulations, customer protection regulations, and financial and budget activities for the clinic. Her years of experience as a legal secretary and office manager has well-equipped her with all the tools necessary to maintain an effective relationship with insurance companies in order to ensure your child receives every benefit that can be garnered. Deborah’s interests include facilitating workshops, swimming, and working with children and animals. Email Deborah
Suzanne “Suzie” Holt, B.B.A., Patient Care Coordinator
Suzie joined our team with over fifteen years of nonprofit management experience. Born and raised in Texas, she received her Bachelor of Business Administration and Marketing from Texas Tech University. Suzie oversees all patient care concerns, including scheduling and building/maintaining a professional and inviting rapport with our families. Suzie’s interests include spending time at home with her family, bird watching, and riding motorcycles with her husband. Email Suzie
Suzie joined our team with over fifteen years of nonprofit management experience. Born and raised in Texas, she received her Bachelor of Business Administration and Marketing from Texas Tech University. Suzie oversees all patient care concerns, including scheduling and building/maintaining a professional and inviting rapport with our families. Suzie’s interests include spending time at home with her family, bird watching, and riding motorcycles with her husband. Email Suzie
Brandi Bice, Office Manager
Brandi has extensive knowledge in the multi-service industry. Brandi manages daily office functions, serves as human resources, and supports Deborah with insurance dealings. Her main goal is ensure that all issues are addressed in order to promote a healthy and happy environment for your child. Brandi’s interests include art, riding motorcycles, and volunteering at animal shelters like PAWS. Email Brandi
Brandi has extensive knowledge in the multi-service industry. Brandi manages daily office functions, serves as human resources, and supports Deborah with insurance dealings. Her main goal is ensure that all issues are addressed in order to promote a healthy and happy environment for your child. Brandi’s interests include art, riding motorcycles, and volunteering at animal shelters like PAWS. Email Brandi
Karen Kimmons, BS, Billing Specialist
Karen joined our team Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration and over 20 years of experience in the medical office setting with extensive background in insurance management. Her background uniquely qualifies her to act as the liaison between insurance companies and our families in order to utilize all benefits available and minimize out of pocket charges. In her free time Karen enjoys day trips with her family, crafting, scrapbooking, and keeping up with her two daughters. Email Karen
Karen joined our team Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration and over 20 years of experience in the medical office setting with extensive background in insurance management. Her background uniquely qualifies her to act as the liaison between insurance companies and our families in order to utilize all benefits available and minimize out of pocket charges. In her free time Karen enjoys day trips with her family, crafting, scrapbooking, and keeping up with her two daughters. Email Karen
Jarrod Cole, Patient Care Coordinator
Jarrod has been a proud member of the Texas Army National Guard for the last 17 years, where he still continues his service as a reserve soldier. As Patient Care Coordinator, Jarrod will be happy to assist you with any and every thing administrative to include appointment scheduling and insurance. Jarrod loves spending time in nature with his wife and 2 fur babies. Email Jarrod
Jarrod has been a proud member of the Texas Army National Guard for the last 17 years, where he still continues his service as a reserve soldier. As Patient Care Coordinator, Jarrod will be happy to assist you with any and every thing administrative to include appointment scheduling and insurance. Jarrod loves spending time in nature with his wife and 2 fur babies. Email Jarrod
