Therapy Services​ - Child Counseling - Play Therapy - Family Counseling - Coping & Adjustments - Anger Management - Group Therapy ​Educational Services - Assessment & Evaluation - AD/HD - Learning Difficulties - Cognitive Testing - School Visits ​​ ​Speech & Language ​- Articulation Disorders - Expressive Disorders - Oral-Motor Difficulties - Resonance/Voice Disorders - Pronunciation Difficulties - Communication Difficulties - Communication impairments related to Autism Spectrum Disorders - Receptive and/or expressive language delay - Articulation disorder - Speech and language impairments due to hearing loss - Fluency disorders/stuttering - Voice disorders - Childhood Apraxia of Speech - Social skills/pragmatic language impairments - Pediatric Feeding Therapy and Sensory Issues. motor skills for children Occupational Therapy​ - Pervasive Developmental Disorders - Gross and Fine Motor Delays - Developmental Delays - Coordination & Balance Problems - Attention & Concentration Problems - Learning Problems ​School Observation - Direct observation in school setting​ - Collaborate with teachers on tasks​ - Develop techniques to communicate​ - Assist with program modification​ - Provide resources for school staff​

Evaluating and treating speech, language, swallowing, aphasia and augmentative communication deficits, within the comfort of your public/private school, day training center, assisted living facility, home, or daycare. Every patient is treated with compassion, dignity and respect. Personalized therapy plans are created that address the specific needs of the patients and encourage family/caregiver participation in the development of the therapy plan. If outpatient care is your preference, we have recently relocated to 140 W. Robertson Street, Suite 6. Brandon, Florida 33511. Medicare Part B Provider VitalStim Certified

Welcome to Sunny Side Up Therapy & Consulting! Experience exceptional Medical Speech-Language Pathology and Cognitive Coaching services in the vibrant Tampa Bay Area. Sunny Side Up is a private speech therapy practice located in Lutz, FL. Here, you will find a welcoming and open environment where you are the top priority. I provide skilled and specialized services for individuals of all ages, with a focus on adults and geriatric populations. My treatment philosophy centers around the brain-body connection and improving your well-being. With a focus on research and function, I strive to make each session fun and effective. After all, if you enjoy the session, you are more likely to feel relaxed, understand what I’m teaching you, and make valuable connections between the concepts and your own life. Our premium services include treatment for swallowing difficulties, speech & language disorders, cognitive therapy, and personalized cognitive coaching for ADHD and Dyslexia. With advanced diagnostic and treatment approaches, Sunny Side Up is your one-stop shop for Dysphagia evaluations and treatment. We offer in-office instrumental swallowing evaluations via Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) and highly skilled treatment approaches to suit your needs. These treatments include: - Ampcare's ESP™ - Effective Swallowing Protocol, which uses Neuromuscular e-stim + rehabilitation exercises to improve strength and function effectively. - Ark-J treatment for Trismus following head & neck cancer treatments. - SPEAKOUT Therapy!® for people living with Parkinson’s and Parkinson-isms. - EMST – Expiratory muscle strength training - to improve cough strength and airway protection. - TMD – treatments for Temporomandibular Joint Disorders to improve jaw function and decrease pain, especially while eating and talking. Our cognitive therapy and coaching programs are highly specialized as well. I have several unique options, including: - Tomatis® Method – a unique Music gating system used to stimulate the brain via the auditory and vestibular systems. This method has been shown to improve neuroplasticity, enhance listening abilities, and promote overall cognitive development. - Executive functioning treatments with a focus on increasing cerebellar activation to reduce the overload of the frontal lobe and improve cognitive processing. - Cognitive linguistic treatments focus on building neural pathways and improving phonological awareness. ADHD and Dyslexia Coaching focuses on thriving in everyday life while co-existing with these conditions. While all treatment plans are personalized to you, our coaching programs are tailored to help you achieve your life goals. I also have add-on services, including scheduled check-ins and accountability plans, to ensure your success doesn’t stop at the door to my office. Moreover, I take pride in offering exclusive specialty courses, a privilege reserved for our valued clients and professionals. I am currently developing Thrive Together, a course specifically designed for caregivers of individuals living with dementia. At Sunny Side Up, I am committed to your growth and development. Our personalized approach ensures that you are not just a client but a valued individual on a journey to living the life you want. Join me and embrace the sunny side of life today!

Maggie Donaker, a Medical Speech-Language Pathologist, is a graduate of Ohio University (BS) and Bowling Green State University (MS). She has 10 years of knowledge and clinical expertise within the acute and subacute healthcare settings. Maggie serves as Director of Operations for Dysphagia Outreach Project, where she leads the nationwide distribution of supplies from the organization's Dysphagia Food Bank. She is a 7 time ASHA ACE Award winner and is the primary facilitator of the first swallowing support group in Sarasota, Florida, Dysphagia Digest of Florida. Maggie is a respected presenter, clinician and considers herself to be a passionate learner who believes that a sense of humor will always go a long way when working to form a personal connection with the individuals that she serves.