Meet our Speech-Language Pathologists!

Fara A.

M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist and Founder of Island Wide Speech

Background

Fara founded Island Wide Speech in 2013, after several years of working in the clinical field. Fara’s clientele ranges in age focusing on auditory, speech and language therapy in individual and group sessions. She has a specialty in auditory oral therapy for individuals with hearing loss, auditory processing disorder, and other listening challenges.

Licensure

Fara is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD), and is PROMPT Trained. Fara received her Bachelors degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from SUNY at Buffalo.

Research

Fara’s research explores peer-to-peer conversational skills and interactions of children with hearing loss, with a focus on group therapy techniques. She has created and conducted new group programs focusing on social communication of infants, toddlers, school-aged, preteens, teenagers, and adults with hearing loss. In addition, Fara has executed an infant through toddler program focusing on specific literary protocols and social communication as part of a multidisciplinary team with an audiologist.

ASHA National Convention, Orlando, FL, November 2014
“Group Therapy for Preteens with Hearing Loss: Preparation, Intervention, & Analysis”

ASHA National Convention, San Diego, CA, November 2011
“Peer to Peer Conversational Independence in Children with Hearing Loss”

ASHA National Convention, New Orleans, LA, November 2009
“Conversational Skills of Children with and without Cochlear Implants”

Master’s Thesis:
“Conversational Skills of Peer to Peer Discourse in School-Aged Children with
Cochlear Implants and Typically Developing School-Aged Children”

Lauren P.

M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Lauren has experience in working with a diverse population of ages, developmental disabilities, speech and language disorders. She has specialties providing therapy for individuals with hearing loss, autism spectrum disorder, articulation disorders, and language disorders and delays. Lauren is also trained in programing Alternative/Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices, and is certified in the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Level I.

Licensure

Lauren is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Handicapped with a minor in Psychology from SUNY Geneseo, and her Masters of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Adelphi University.

Jackie M.

M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Jacqueline began her career as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist at a pediatric clinic in Queens, NY. She later expanded her clinical experience working for a non-profit speech and language school where she provided speech and language services to students with a wide range of speech and language delays/disorders. Additionally, she taught play and social skills groups, led language arts groups, and provided homecare as an independent contractor. Most recently, Jacqueline worked at a special education preschool before beginning at Island Wide Speech. Jacqueline has experience working with children using both low and high tech communicative devices and is PROMPT trained.

Licensure

Jacqueline is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). Jacqueline received her Bachelors of Science degree in Communication Disorders from SUNY New Paltz and her Masters of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Towson University.

Nicole M.

M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Nicole began her career working for a public special education school district in Nassau County, treating students varying in age, developmental disabilities, and speech and language disorders. Nicole has worked in a collaborative preschool in which she managed a classroom with a special education teacher while providing a language enriched environment for her students. She has experience with both low and high tech Augmentative and Alternate Communication (AAC) systems. Nicole specializes in treating individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and language disorders and delays.

Licensure

Nicole is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). Nicole received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language and Hearing Sciences and Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Hofstra University.

Rebecca B.

M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Rebecca joined the team at Island Wide Speech in January 2020. She began her career as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist working for the Department of Education at a middle school in Queens, New York. Rebecca has experience working with both children and adults with a variety of disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Expressive and Receptive Language Delays, Specific Language Impairment, Learning Disability, Literacy Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Voice Disorders, Fluency Disorders, Aphasia, Dysarthria, and Cognitive Impairments.

Licensure

Rebecca is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). Rebecca received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech-Language Hearing Sciences and her Master of Arts Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Hofstra University.

Jenyca S.

M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Jenyca began her career working with children in the school setting with a variety of speech and language deficits such as articulation and phonological impairments, receptive and expressive language disorders, literacy deficits, and hearing impairments. In addition to working for Island Wide Speech, she works in a public school setting in Brooklyn, NY and works in an autism spectrum disorder nest program, in which she targets social communication. Jenyca also has experience providing homecare and tele-therapy services for children aged 0-3 who have delays secondary to hearing loss. Working in this field has taught her to stay positive, have patience, and be more flexible in her treatment approaches.

Licensure

Jenyca is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). Jenyca received her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from St. John’s University.

Alanna L.

M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Alanna is a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist who strives to help students reach their full potential. Alanna began her career working in a special education preschool in New York City. Alanna now works for a public special education school on Long Island for students with autism and developmental disabilities that all have unique communication needs. Alanna has experience working with preschool, elementary, middle, and high school students. Alanna specializes in tailoring her therapy to best fit the needs and interests of her students to help them succeed. Alanna has experience treating expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, specific language impairment, learning disability, autism, social-communication disorders, late language emergence, cognitive-communication disorder, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

Licensure

Alanna is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). Alanna received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Hearing Sciences with a Minor in Special Education from Loyola University and Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Queens College.

Kate-Lynn R.

M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Kate-Lynn began working as Island Wide Speech in January 2021 while working simultaneously for the NYC Department of Education at an elementary school in the Bronx.  Kate-Lynn has experience in working with a diverse population of ages (birth-adult), disorders and disabilities including but not limited to Expressive/Receptive Language Disorders, Articulation, Apraxia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Fluency Disorders, Voice Disorders, Feeding/Swallowing Disorders, Cognitive Deficits, Dysarthria and Aphasia.

Licensure

Kate-Lynn is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). Kate-Lynn received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech-Language Hearing Sciences and her Master of Arts Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University.

Nicole A.

M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Nicole began working at Island Wide Speech in April 2021, while working simultaneously for the New York City Department of Education, District 75. After completing all speech and language required coursework and clinicals in New York, Nicole began her career as a licensed Speech- Language Pathologist in Southern California where she worked with preschool – high school aged students with a primary focus on emotional disturbance and autism. In addition, she has experiences with speech and language delays and/or disorders, pragmatic language disorders, feeding and swallowing and use of Alternative/Augmentative Communication (AAC devices).

Licensure

Nicole is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). In addition, Nicole is certified in California as a licensed Speech- Language Pathologist.  Nicole received both her Bachelors and Masters of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from The State University of New York at Fredonia.

Dina S

M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Dina began her career working at a preschool with a primary focus on autism. She became a clinical supervisor and became familiar with various types of Alternative/Augmentative Communication (AAC devices). Later on, she began working for the New York City Department of Education where she works with ages 3-12. In addition, she has experiences with speech and language delays and/or disorders, pragmatic language disorders, feeding, stuttering, and use of Alternative/Augmentative Communication (AAC devices).

Licensure

Dina is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). In addition, Dina received her Bachelors of Arts in Speech and Hearing Sciences with a minor in Disability studies from Hofstra University and Masters of Arts degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University.

Carly H.

M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Carly currently works for the New York City Department of Education in a middle school/high school special education setting. Carly has experience working with preschool through high school aged students with various speech and language disorders, including expressive/receptive language delays, articulation, phonological disorders, fluency, and pragmatic language disorders. She also has experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder using AAC devices.

Licensure

Carly is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from Boston University, and her Masters of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Yeshiva University.

Annie R.

M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Annie has experience in working with a diverse population during her eleven year career. She currently works within the NYC Department of Education District 75 and works mainly with high school students on the autism spectrum. Her past experience includes working with those with hearing loss, articulation disorders, language disorders, and feeding/swallowing disorders. Annie is also PROMPT trained, trained in programing Alternative/Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices, and is certified in the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Level I.

Licensure

Annie is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and is licensed in the state of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Difficulties (TSSLD). She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Communication Disorders with a minor in Deaf Studies from SUNY New Paltz, and her Masters of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Adelphi University.

Kayla L.

M.S. CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Background

Kayla began her career as a Speech-Language Pathologist working at a public special education school in Nassau County, and has had experience in several different settings. She has worked with individuals with a variety diagnoses, ages and abilities, including developmental disabilities and speech and language disorders, with a passion for autism spectrum disorder, and language disorders.

Licensure

Kayla is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed in the State of New York as a Speech-Language Pathologist. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from SUNY Cortland, with training in Cultural Diversity, and her Master’s degree from Molly College.