True Self Speech Therapy
Speech Therapy for Adults in Rhode Island
Speech, Voice Disorders, Swallowing, Gender Affirming Voice
True Self Speech Therapy is a comprehensive speech pathology practice in Providence, Rhode Island offering in-person and tele-health therapy. We work closely with clients in a person-centered environment and collaborate with other professionals to help facilitate optimal therapeutic outcomes. We specialize in speech, language, voice disorders, gender affirming voice treatment, swallowing/dysphagia and neuro rehab.
I am passionate about supporting my clients through a variety of transitions in life. Whether it is communication change for gender diverse folks, language deficits after a stroke, difficulty eating after undergoing head and neck cancer treatment, or communication challenges after a neurological diagnosis such as ALS, I have provided person centered treatment to diverse populations in Rhode Island for over 10 years.
Education/Training
Master of Science in Speech Pathology from CUNY-Hunter
Master of Arts in Public Communication from Fordham University
Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from Fordham University
Bio
I earned my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Studies at Fordham University, a Master of Arts degree in Public Communication at Fordham University, and Master of Science degree in Speech Pathology from CUNY Hunter in New York City.
I'm licensed by the state of Rhode Island and certified by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). I've treated in acute hospitals, subacute hospital rehab, outpatient rehab, skilled nursing facilities and home health. I am a clinical educator for graduate SLP students at the University of Rhode Island. I have a background in on-air news radio in the NYC market and media relations for non-profits.
I am a licensed SPEAK OUT!® Provider and VitalStim® certified. I have trained in Gender Affirming Voice Care under Mantra Voice, Myofascial/Manual Therapy under Walt Fritz PT, with additional certifications in Respiratory Muscle Strength Training among other specialities. I have experience addressing dysphagia, voice disorders, aphasia, dysarthria, cognitive-linguistic impairments, and voice and speech/accent modification.
I am passionate about supporting my clients through a variety of transitions in life. Whether it is communication change for gender diverse folks, language deficits after a stroke, difficulty eating after undergoing head and neck cancer treatment, or communication challenges after a neurological diagnosis such as ALS, I have provided person centered treatment to diverse populations in Rhode Island for over 10 years.
Memberships
American Speech Language Hearing Association
Payments Accepted
Credit card, fsa, hsa, check
Hours:9-5
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Speech / Language / Hearing
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Motor Speech Disorders
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Adult Speech/Language Disorders
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Raspy Voice / Muscle Tension Dysphonia
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Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
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Speech Sound Disorders
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Aphasia
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Swallowing Difficulties / Dysphagia
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Apraxia
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Traumatic Brain Injury and Stroke
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Head and Neck Cancer
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Voice Disorders
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Licenses/Certifications
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ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)
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Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (State)
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