Lauren E. Hutson, M.S. CCC-SLP

Owner / Lead Speech Language Pathologist

University of Tulsa
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License #2647
Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Lauren has over ten years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum. She worked several years with children in the birth to three population with Tulsa County SoonerStart. She is in the process of getting her certification utilizing the Floortime approach within the Developmental, Individual Differences, Relationship Based model.

Clinical Experience:

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) trained

Receptive and Expressive Language therapy

Oral Motor and articulation therapy utilizing techniques from the Diane Chapman-Bahr training and PROMPT training

Floortime trainings

Kristin Bresciano, M.S., CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathologist

University of Tulsa
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License # 3127
Oklahoma State Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology

Kristin has worked in Early Intervention, an oral preschool for children who are deaf and hard of hearing, and in private settings. She has extensive experience (and truly enjoys) working with children who are deaf and hard of hearing and children with Autism.

Special Clinical Skills:

Knowledge about Cochlear Implants

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) trained

Oral Motor Therapy

Jan Walker, MSP CCC/SLP

Speech Language pathologist

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, Arkansas
M.S. in Speech Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License #386
Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Jan has worked in the public school setting for most of her career. She has also worked with adults in rehab/long term care and home health. She has experience with ages 3-18 in the school setting with emphasis on articulation, receptive and expressive language, fluency, cognitive impairment, and multiple disabilities. Her adult experience is with aphasia, dementia, and swallowing disorders.

Clinical Experience:

Completed the continuing education course in DIRR/FloortimeTM Developmental-Relational Treatment of Autism & Sensory Processing Disorders.

Becky Payne M.Ed. CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathologist

Northeastern State University
Master of Education in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License #2763
Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Becky has over ten years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum as well as children and adults with communication differences. She has worked several years with children in the birth to school age population at St. Francis Hospital. She is knowledgable with the public school system and the special education policies and procedures of the No Child Left Behind Act and IDEA. She also has experience with children and adults with Tramatic Brain Injuries and other significant impairments communication and feeding.

Clinical Experience:

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) trained

Oklahoma Autism Registery

Receptive and Expressive Language therapy

Oral Motor and articulation therapy

Feeding evaluation and therapy In Children and Adults

Knowledgable in ABA and Floortime

Lori Adams, M.S., CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

University of Tulsa
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License #2668 Oklahoma Board of Examiner’s for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Lori has over 12 years experience working with children and adults of all ages, affected by multiple speech and language delays and disorders. She also has experience in teaching speech and language to hearing impaired individuals, teaching reading remediation and teaching written expression. She has 12 years experience working in the public school system, as well as experience in rehabilitation and long-term care facilities.

Clinical Experience:

Receptive and Expressive Language Therapy

Articulation Therapy

Oral Motor Therapy

Tongue Thrust/Reverse-Swallow Therapy

Reading Disorders

Hearing Impairment/Deaf Education

Written Expression

Down’s Syndrome

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Oklahoma Teaching Certification in:

Speech-Language Pathology

Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Middle Level English

Ashley Nopper, M.S., CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

University of Oklahoma Health Science Center
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License #2480
Oklahoma Board of Examiner’s for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

License #199371L
Oklahoma State Board of Education, Teaching License for Elementary Education, grades 1-8

Oklahoma Developmental Disabilities Council: Partners in Policymaking
Graduate, Class of 2009-2010

Ashley is a graduate of Oklahoma Partners in Policymaking and volunteers for TARC / OK-AIM (Oklahoma Advocates in Monitoring). Ashley has over seven years' experience working with children on the autism spectrum as well as children and adults with communication and swallowing disorders. She worked several years as an Early Intervention Specialist / Speech Pathologist for the U.S. Naval Hospital with children from birth to school-age population. Ashley has also worked in the public school setting mild/moderate impairments and severe/profound impairments. In addition, she has experience working with adults with traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, respiratory diseases, and other significant communication and feeding impairments.

Clinical Experience:

Receptive and Expressive Language Therapy

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) trained

Auditory Processing Disorders

Oral-Sensory-Motor Impairments

Speech-Sound Disorders, including Apraxia and Articulation Therapy

Stuttering

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Feeding Evaluation and Therapy for Children and Adults

Knowledgeable in ABA

Racheal Montgomery M.S., CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Oklahoma State University
Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License #3624
Oklahoma Board of Examiner’s for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Racheal has worked primarily in the public school setting. She has also worked for the Sooner Start Early Intervention Program providing speech and language therapy services to infants and toddlers with special needs. She has experience working with children with autism, multiple disabilities, Down Syndrome, phonological and articulation delays, and receptive and expressive language delays. She also has experience working with children who use augmentative and alternative communication.

Clinical Experience:

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) trained

Oklahoma Autism Registry trained

Registry Training in Autism Assessment with Dr. Diana Mobley

Assistive Technology Resource Team Training

Knowledgeable in ABA and use of augmentative and alternative communication

Articulation Therapy

Receptive and Expressive Language Therapy

Cindy L Guthrie, M.S. CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

University of Tulsa
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License #3516
Oklahoma Board of Examiner’s for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Cindy has over 2 1/2 years experience working with children and adults. Her passion is working with stroke patients, brain injury and feeding issues. She has worked with all ages from birth to advanced ages and has encountered all types of disorders. Her CFY was fulfilled within the school system and now works at the Claremore VA and Claremore NSG home as well as Tulsa Sunshine Center.

Clinical Experience:

Articulation Deficits

Receptive and Expressive Language Therapy

Swallowing Therapy

Tongue Thrusts

Cognitive reorganization after TBI and stroke

Leslie K. Alexander, M.S. CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

University of Oklahoma Health Science Center
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech-Language Hearing Association

License #2414
Oklahoma Board of Examiner’s for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Oklahoma State Department of Education Standard Teaching Certificate-Speech-Language Pathology

Leslie has over 11 years experience working with children in the public school setting, as well as experience in long-term care facilities with the adult population. Experience with children in the school setting includes: articulation, receptive and expressive language, fluency, cognitive impairments and multiple disabilities.

Clinical Experience:

Receptive and Expressive Language Therapy

Speech-Sound Disorders, including Apraxia and Articulation therapy

Oral Motor Therapy

Stuttering

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Assistive Technology

Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS) trained

Dr. Liesa M. Persaud, PT, DPT, PCS

Physical Therapist

Tulsa Junior College, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Associates in Physical Therapy

Southern Nazarene University, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership

University of Findlay,Findlay, Ohio
Master's in Physical Therapy

Rocky Mountain University,Provo, Utah
Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Liesa is a licensed physical therapist with 16 years experience in the field of adult and pediatric therapy.

Educates health care professionals in advanced teaching, practical training and consultative services in areas such as specialized evaluation, casting and fitting of custom & pre-fabricated orthoses for patients, providers & caregivers, Clinical Instructor that teaches human anatomy, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, organizational communication, and organizational behavior.

Member of The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision

Member of the Oklahoma Foundation for Physical Therapy since 2004

Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy

Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP)

Completed advanced training in myofascial release techniques through John F. Barnes

In her spare time, Liesa spends time with her husband and her dogs, is a marathon runner and is active in her church. She serves in a variety of volunteer positions with children and adults and serves on the Tulsa Community College Advisory Committee. Liesa is also a national speaker and local educator on pediatric physical therapy topics.

Christie Miller, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Tulsa Community College
Associate in Applied Science-Physical Therapist Assistant

License #1101
Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision

Christie has nearly 10 years of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant and has spent that time working with children and adults with developmental delays and disabilities. She spent over 9 years providing in home therapy to children ages 3 to 21 in the Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) Program, and to those in advanced ages in the Developmental Disabilities Service Division (DDSD). Christie has a true passion for helping children and has worked with those on the Autism spectrum as well as children with neurological and developmental disabilities.

Christiana A. Schadegg MOT OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Kansas State University, Manhattan Kansas
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

Rockhurst University, Kansas City Missouri
Masters of Occupational Therapy

License #1686
Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision

Christiana has almost 5 years of experience in working with the birth through 21 pediatric population. She has worked with children on the autism spectrum, as well as children with neurological and developmental delays in school, home health and outpatient settings. She received clinical training at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri with children with brachial plexus injuries and torticollis, as well as experience with aquatic therapy, feeding therapy and prosthetic training. She has trained with Dr. Lucy Jane Miller, the founder of the SPD Foundation in Denver, Colorado on Sensory Processing Disorders and treatment.

Clinical Experience:

Sensory Processing

Handwriting

Feeding

Behavioral

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Down's Syndrome

Cerebral Palsy

Brachial Plexus Injuries/Torticollis

Splinting

Erin Leach COTA/L

Lead Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Amarillo College
Associates in Occupational Therapy

Mrs. Erin Leach has worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for 14 years obtaining her Associates in Occupational Therapy at Amarillo College in Amarillo, Texas. She graduated with accolades of Most Outstanding Occupational Therapy Assistant from the program. She has been in the field of Occupational Therapy for 14 years but in the medical field for 18 years deciding to pursue Occupational Therapy after working with children and adults with various abilities and diagnosis's of Autism, Sensory Intergration, Cerebral Palsy, hearing impaired and visual motor issues, psyshological and chemical dependency programs, rehabilitation and community re-integration programs. She has participated and completed sensory intergration training, Neuro-Development technique's training and continuing education to further training in areas of visual motor impairment, hearing impairment and musculoskeletal, autonomic system disorders, stroke rehabilitation and Handwriting/fine motor coordination/dexterity and work rehabilitation and ergonomic evaluations.

Rachel Ottley OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Rachel Ottley is an occupational therapist with 17 years experience in pediatrics, early intervention, outpatient therapy and schools. She specializes treating autism spectrum disorders, behavioral challenges and infants/toddlers with regulatory disorders. She is passionate about developing skills of play and connectedness in children and is one of only two Level II DIR/Floortime Certificate Candidates in Oklahoma. Rachel is a consultant with CAPES (Child and Adolescent Program Enrichment Services) which exists to provide a comprehensive dynamic approach to help children and adolescents who suffer from mental health, behavioral, medical and/or educational issues. She currently teaches across the United States on Autism Spectrum Disorders, Toe Walking and The Beaker Kids.

Sunnye McLanahan RD/LD, MS

Registered Dietitian

Oklahoma State University
Master of Science in Human Environmental Science- Nutrition Sciences
Certificate of Commision on Dietetic Registration

License #1508
Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision for Registered Dietitian

Sunny has four years of clinical experience working with both adult and children populations. She has had the opportunity to provide medical nutrition therapy on a daily basis to adults and children. Enabling her to ensure they are getting adequate nutrition to promote healthy growth and healing. She has worked with children in the birth to toddler age population at St. John Medical Center assessing their growth parameters and nutritional needs. She has experience with providing special diet recommendations based on the adult or child's medical needs. She is a member of the American Dietetic Association as well as the Tulsa District Dietetic Association, allowing her to stay most current with clinical nutrition practicing guidelines.

Clinical Experience:

St. John Tulsa Hospital

St. Francis Hospital

INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center

Melanie Logan, M.S., LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, Oklahoma
M.S. in Counseling Psychology

License #4299
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Division of Professional Counselor Licensing

Through 11 years of experience working with young children in various capacities, Melanie has earned a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters degree in counseling psychology. Today, she works especially with children who are experiencing challenges with behavior, adjustment, difficulty in family relationships, life changes (death, divorce), anxiety, and depression. She is trained in PCIT (Parent Child Interaction Therapy), a 12-16 week therapy designed to reduce negative behavior, increase cooperation and attention, and improve family relationships.

Clinical Experience:

Parent Child Interaction Therapy trained

Incredible Years trained

Certified in Early Childhood Education from 2001-2005

Knowledge in Childrens Trauma Focused Therapy

Carmie Parish, M.S., LPC, CMII

Licensed Professional Counselor

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, Oklahoma
M.S. in Counseling Psychology

License #4593
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Division of Professional Counselor Licensing

After staying home with her amazing Aspie, ADD daughter for 5 years, Carmie went back to school and earned her Bachelor's degree in Mental Health Psychology with a minor in biochemistry and a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. She is currently attending advanced training in Behavioral Management Training for children on the Autism Spectrum. Today, she works especially with children who are experiencing challenges with anxiety, trauma, behavior, adjustment, and difficulty in family relationships, life changes (death, divorce), social skills, and depression by using Skills Training, art therapy, play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Clinical Experience:

Specialized Training in Anxiety and Panic Disorder Therapy

Training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Training in Play Therapy, Art Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy

Graduate research on Autism Spectrum Disorder

Currently attending Graduate Certification in Behavioral Management for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Graduate and Research Training in Diagnosis and Assessment

Experience training in Skills Development, Social Skills Development, and Anger Management Techniques

Serendipity

Student K9

Serendipity is a student at K9 Manners & More in Broken Arrow & is currently working on her Canine Good Citizen Certification. She has two canine siblings & human parents. She works hard at assisting with therapy sessions & in her free time swims, gathers sticks, runs with her Mom & loves to play with other dogs!

Janice Barlow

Office Manager

Betty Grafton

Community Relations Coordinator

Office Staff

Brenda Beach - Insurance Credentialling, Billing, and Payroll Administration

Amber Hazelwood - Lead Scheduling Specialist

Grace Goetting - Scheduling Specialist

Damon Hutson - Vice President / CTO / Internet Marketing