Why I Do This

My path to becoming a speech-language pathologist started with my own family.

Growing up, my brother stuttered, and I saw firsthand how much speech therapy changed his life. Speaking became easier, but that was only part of it. I watched him become more comfortable sharing his thoughts, speaking up, and being himself. Watching him grow in confidence showed me that communication is about so much more than words, and that experience ultimately inspired the path I’m on today.

I’ve always loved working with children, and some of my favorite moments are the ones when a child realizes, “I did it!” It might be saying a new sound, reading a sentence independently, telling a story that others understand, or raising a hand in class for the first time.

Those moments are why I love what I do.

My Approach

Children learn best when they feel comfortable, successful, and excited to come back.

Sessions at Gotham Learning Partners are engaging, interactive, and shaped around each child’s interests. We play games, read books, solve problems, laugh together, and celebrate every step forward.

Parents often tell me their child has no idea how hard they’re working because they’re having so much fun.

That is exactly how I want it to feel.

Every game, book, conversation, and activity is chosen with purpose, helping children build meaningful communication and literacy skills while making therapy something they look forward to each week.

I also believe children make the greatest progress when families, teachers, and therapists work together. Having worked in both schools and private practice, I understand how important it is for skills to carry beyond our sessions. Whether it’s participating in class, reading with confidence, making a new friend, or telling you about their day at the dinner table, those are the moments that matter most.

A Little About Me

When I’m not working, I’m usually with my husband and our four children. You’ll often find me cheering from the sidelines at one of their sporting events, planning our next family trip, reading a good book, or enjoying a Broadway show.

Being a mom has made me even more aware that every child is different and every family is balancing a lot. Support should feel helpful and realistic, not like one more thing added to a parent’s plate.

I’m always learning. Whether I’m reading new research, taking courses, or exchanging ideas with colleagues, I’m always looking for better ways to support the children, families, and schools I work with.

Education, Credentials & Experience

My work is grounded in years of clinical experience, ongoing professional learning, and a commitment to using evidence-based practices that help children build meaningful communication and literacy skills while growing in confidence.

• Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology
• ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)
• Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in New York, Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, and Colorado
• Trained in Structured Literacy intervention to support children with dyslexia and other reading challenges
• 13+ years of experience partnering with children, families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams across school-based and private practice settings

I’d Love to Meet Your Family

Every child has their own strengths, challenges, and story to tell. I’d love the opportunity to learn more about yours.

Whether you’re looking for answers, wondering if therapy is the right next step, or ready to get started, I’m here to help.

Together, we can build the communication, literacy, and confidence that help your child thrive at home, in school, and beyond.