Misty

About Misty

With over 18 years of diverse experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist, I specialize in evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders (dysphagia), communication challenges related to neurological conditions such as stroke, Parkinson's Disease, and dementia. I am passionate about providing patient-centered care that improves quality of life and fosters independence. I earned my Master's degrees from Texas Woman's University in 2008 and have since dedicated my career to helping adults regain essential functions through evidence-based practice. I have experience in acute care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, private practice, skilled nursing facilities, and home health. I have several additional certifications and specialty skills including, Vital Stim Therapy, McNeil Dysphagia Therapy, Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of the Swallow, LSVT LOUD, SpeakOUT!, and Interactive Metronome. Additionally, I have advanced experience with post extubation dysphagia, head/neck cancer, augmentative communication (including AAC devices), and cognitive retraining (memory therapy). I am actively involved in Parkinson's and stroke community groups and rehabilitation programs. In 2015, I successfully chaired one of the first inpatient rehabilitation programs in the country, which became JCHO certified in 2017. My approach emphasizes therapeutic exercise, innovative techniques, patient education, caregiver training for the best possible outcomes. I have a passion for not only improving a patient's function, but more importantly their quality of life through meeting their unique personal goals for their speech, swallowing, and/or cognition through in-person and telehealth sessions.