Meghan G. Davis, M.A., CCC-SLP
Meghan is the founder and owner of Little Bug Speech Therapy, PLLC. She is originally from Long Island, New York. She earned a Bachelor’s degree from The State University of New York at Geneseo in Communicative Disorders and Sciences. She also obtained a Master’s degree from SUNY Geneseo in Speech-Language Pathology. Meghan is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists and is Certified for Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Meghan has experience in the areas of articulation/phonology, language, fluency and pragmatic language. Meghan has worked with children with Apraxia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome and developmental delay within a variety of settings including day cares, preschools, client homes and public schools. Meghan regularly attends continuing education programs to learn new information about evaluating and treating communication disorders. Meghan is an avid runner and enjoys spending time with her husband Kevin and their three children. Meghan and her family live in Apex.
Quinn Linna, M.A., CCC-SLP
Quinn is originally from Long Island, New York. She attended The State University of New York at Geneseo, earning a Bachelor's degree in Communicative Disorders and Sciences and a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. She is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) with the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Quinn specializes in providing therapy to children with speech, language, and swallowing disorders in the areas of articulation/phonology, auditory processing, feeding skills, fluency, food aversion, language, and pragmatics. She has worked with children with Apraxia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, cognitive delays/deficits, Down Syndrome, dysphagia, emotional/behavioral disorders, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, mixed developmental delays, and sensory processing/integration disorders. Quinn is familiar with a variety of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and has worked closely with children who depend on these technologies in order to communicate with their families and the community. Quinn has experience evaluating and treating children in early intervention programs, preschool programs, speech and hearing clinics, and public schools.
Quinn is originally from Long Island, New York. She attended The State University of New York at Geneseo, earning a Bachelor's degree in Communicative Disorders and Sciences and a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. She is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) with the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Quinn specializes in providing therapy to children with speech, language, and swallowing disorders in the areas of articulation/phonology, auditory processing, feeding skills, fluency, food aversion, language, and pragmatics. She has worked with children with Apraxia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, cognitive delays/deficits, Down Syndrome, dysphagia, emotional/behavioral disorders, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, mixed developmental delays, and sensory processing/integration disorders. Quinn is familiar with a variety of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and has worked closely with children who depend on these technologies in order to communicate with their families and the community. Quinn has experience evaluating and treating children in early intervention programs, preschool programs, speech and hearing clinics, and public schools.
Staci LeMasters, M.S., CCC-SLP
Staci is a graduate of West Virginia University where she earned her Bachelors and Masters of Science degrees in Speech-Language Pathology and an Interdisciplinary Certificate in Disability Studies. Staci has experience in the evaluation and treatment of children and adults with a variety of complex communication and swallowing needs in homes, daycare centers, schools, outpatient clinics, and acute care rehabilitation hospitals. She has worked with children with speech, language, and cognitive deficits due to delays, disorders, and traumatic brain injuries. Her areas of interest include early childhood language, articulation, fluency, pragmatics, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association and a North Carolina state Speech Language Pathology professional license. She is a member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and the North Carolina Speech Hearing and Language Association. Staci has recently published research in the Journal of Fluency Disorders and in Stuttering Meets Stereotype, Stigma, and Discrimination: An Overview of Attitude Research.
Staci is a graduate of West Virginia University where she earned her Bachelors and Masters of Science degrees in Speech-Language Pathology and an Interdisciplinary Certificate in Disability Studies. Staci has experience in the evaluation and treatment of children and adults with a variety of complex communication and swallowing needs in homes, daycare centers, schools, outpatient clinics, and acute care rehabilitation hospitals. She has worked with children with speech, language, and cognitive deficits due to delays, disorders, and traumatic brain injuries. Her areas of interest include early childhood language, articulation, fluency, pragmatics, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association and a North Carolina state Speech Language Pathology professional license. She is a member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and the North Carolina Speech Hearing and Language Association. Staci has recently published research in the Journal of Fluency Disorders and in Stuttering Meets Stereotype, Stigma, and Discrimination: An Overview of Attitude Research.
Laura Wright, M.Ed., CCC-SLP
Laura Wright earned a Master of Education in Communication Disorders from North Carolina Central
University. She is licensed to practice speech language pathology in North Carolina, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). Laura was an elementary school teacher before becoming a certified speech language pathologist. She has experience working in a variety of settings, but truly enjoys working with the pediatric population in their natural environment while developing relationships with them and their families. Her experience includes the areas of early language delays, receptive and expressive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, fluency, and pragmatics. Laura lives in Apex with her husband and three children. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, gardening.
Laura Wright earned a Master of Education in Communication Disorders from North Carolina Central
University. She is licensed to practice speech language pathology in North Carolina, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). Laura was an elementary school teacher before becoming a certified speech language pathologist. She has experience working in a variety of settings, but truly enjoys working with the pediatric population in their natural environment while developing relationships with them and their families. Her experience includes the areas of early language delays, receptive and expressive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, fluency, and pragmatics. Laura lives in Apex with her husband and three children. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, gardening.
Kelsey Taylor, M.A., CCC-SLP
Kelsey received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from North Carolina State University and her Master of Arts in Speech Language Pathology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is licensed to practice speech language pathology in North Carolina and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). She has experience with multiple populations in different areas of Speech Language Pathology including starting in the skilled nursing environment and moved to working with the pediatric population in 2016, with experience in schools, pre-K classes, homes, and the clinic settings. Kelsey enjoys working with all ages and diagnoses including children with articulation and phonological disorders, apraxia, dysarthria, Down Syndrome, cognitive delays/deficits, receptive and expressive language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and pragmatics. She enjoys providing the best care for her clients and working with each child's individual needs. Kelsey lives in Apex, NC with her husband, one child, and 2 dogs and 2 cats.
Kelsey received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from North Carolina State University and her Master of Arts in Speech Language Pathology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is licensed to practice speech language pathology in North Carolina and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). She has experience with multiple populations in different areas of Speech Language Pathology including starting in the skilled nursing environment and moved to working with the pediatric population in 2016, with experience in schools, pre-K classes, homes, and the clinic settings. Kelsey enjoys working with all ages and diagnoses including children with articulation and phonological disorders, apraxia, dysarthria, Down Syndrome, cognitive delays/deficits, receptive and expressive language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and pragmatics. She enjoys providing the best care for her clients and working with each child's individual needs. Kelsey lives in Apex, NC with her husband, one child, and 2 dogs and 2 cats.
Kathleen Sullivan, M.A., CCC-SLP
Kathleen is a life-long resident of the Triangle Area, where she has served the communication
needs of children and families in homes, daycares, and schools for more than 15 years. She
received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Disorders from N.C. State University
with a minor in French in 2001. She obtained her Master’s Degree in Speech/Language
Pathology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2004. Kathleen is licensed by
the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
(NCBOESLPA) and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence with the American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Since 2016, Kathleen has specialized in the
speech and language needs of children ages birth to three, but she has served kids across the continuum, from preschool to high school, over the course of her career. She has experience with a range of pediatric communication issues, including delays and disorders that impact articulation, phonological development, language comprehension and expression, speech fluency, and social skills. She has served children with Autism, Apraxia, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome and can assist families in exploring sign language, Picture Exchange, communication boards, and assistive technology as needed. As a mother of two young boys, Kathleen understands the joys and struggles of parenting and seeks positive partnerships with families to improve their quality of life through enhanced communication.
Kathleen is a life-long resident of the Triangle Area, where she has served the communication
needs of children and families in homes, daycares, and schools for more than 15 years. She
received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Disorders from N.C. State University
with a minor in French in 2001. She obtained her Master’s Degree in Speech/Language
Pathology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2004. Kathleen is licensed by
the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
(NCBOESLPA) and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence with the American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Since 2016, Kathleen has specialized in the
speech and language needs of children ages birth to three, but she has served kids across the continuum, from preschool to high school, over the course of her career. She has experience with a range of pediatric communication issues, including delays and disorders that impact articulation, phonological development, language comprehension and expression, speech fluency, and social skills. She has served children with Autism, Apraxia, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome and can assist families in exploring sign language, Picture Exchange, communication boards, and assistive technology as needed. As a mother of two young boys, Kathleen understands the joys and struggles of parenting and seeks positive partnerships with families to improve their quality of life through enhanced communication.
Hilary Guernier, M.A., CCC-SLP
Hilary earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Appalachian State University and a Master of Arts Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She has experience evaluating and treating children from linguistically and culturally diverse populations in home, school/daycare, and clinical settings. She is experienced in treatment of expressive/receptive language delays, autism, speech-sound disorders, childhood apraxia, fluency disorders and many other speech-related disorders. She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association and a North Carolina state Speech Language Pathology professional license. She is a member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and the North Carolina Speech Hearing and Language Association.
Hilary earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Appalachian State University and a Master of Arts Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She has experience evaluating and treating children from linguistically and culturally diverse populations in home, school/daycare, and clinical settings. She is experienced in treatment of expressive/receptive language delays, autism, speech-sound disorders, childhood apraxia, fluency disorders and many other speech-related disorders. She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association and a North Carolina state Speech Language Pathology professional license. She is a member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and the North Carolina Speech Hearing and Language Association.
Karen Scroope, M.S., CCC-SLP
Karen is originally from upstate New York where she attended The College of Saint Rose for undergraduate work. She then went on to Mercy College where she earned a Masters of Science in Communication Disorders. Karen is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology with the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Karen has experience with evaluation and treatment of children with expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonology, developmental delays, Autism, feeding and swallowing disorders, fluency and pragmatics. Karen lives in Apex with her husband and 3 children.
Karen is originally from upstate New York where she attended The College of Saint Rose for undergraduate work. She then went on to Mercy College where she earned a Masters of Science in Communication Disorders. Karen is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology with the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Karen has experience with evaluation and treatment of children with expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonology, developmental delays, Autism, feeding and swallowing disorders, fluency and pragmatics. Karen lives in Apex with her husband and 3 children.
Lena Silverman, M.S., CCC-SLP
Lena Silverman earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and her Master’s of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from East Carolina University. She is licensed to practice speech language pathology in North Carolina, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). Her clinical experience includes rotations with inpatient and outpatient rehab, pediatric private clinics, and the public school system. Lena has served children with a variety of speech and language needs including expressive and receptive language delays and disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and fluency disorders. Lena is especially passionate about providing early intervention for speech/language to children and their families in the child’s natural environment, working with children on the autism spectrum while incorporating a neurodiversity-affirming approach, and implementing AAC systems to give children a voice. She believes it is essential to collaborate with everyone on the care team and wants to actively engage caregivers in children’s treatment plans. She lives in Sanford, NC with her husband and two daughters, and enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. She looks forward to helping your child reach their speech and language goals!
Lena Silverman earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and her Master’s of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from East Carolina University. She is licensed to practice speech language pathology in North Carolina, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). Her clinical experience includes rotations with inpatient and outpatient rehab, pediatric private clinics, and the public school system. Lena has served children with a variety of speech and language needs including expressive and receptive language delays and disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and fluency disorders. Lena is especially passionate about providing early intervention for speech/language to children and their families in the child’s natural environment, working with children on the autism spectrum while incorporating a neurodiversity-affirming approach, and implementing AAC systems to give children a voice. She believes it is essential to collaborate with everyone on the care team and wants to actively engage caregivers in children’s treatment plans. She lives in Sanford, NC with her husband and two daughters, and enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. She looks forward to helping your child reach their speech and language goals!
Grace Huskins, M.S., CCC-SLP
Grace earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2017, and a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from North Carolina Central University in 2019. She is licensed by the State of North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). Grace's clinical experience includes providing treatment and evaluations to individuals in private practices, schools, out-patient clinics, and hospital settings. Grace has served populations with Phonological disorders, Expressive and Receptive Language disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Fluency disorders/stuttering, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) users, and feeding and swallowing disorders. She believes in collaborating with children and their families to make speech and language therapy effective and fun! She has a passion for working with children to help them grow and reach their full potential. When Grace isn't providing speech therapy, you'll find her trying out new cookie recipes, playing boardgames with her wife, and going on walks with her dog.
Grace earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2017, and a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from North Carolina Central University in 2019. She is licensed by the State of North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). Grace's clinical experience includes providing treatment and evaluations to individuals in private practices, schools, out-patient clinics, and hospital settings. Grace has served populations with Phonological disorders, Expressive and Receptive Language disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Fluency disorders/stuttering, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) users, and feeding and swallowing disorders. She believes in collaborating with children and their families to make speech and language therapy effective and fun! She has a passion for working with children to help them grow and reach their full potential. When Grace isn't providing speech therapy, you'll find her trying out new cookie recipes, playing boardgames with her wife, and going on walks with her dog.
Kylie Slusser, M.S., CCC-SLP
Kylie earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (2020) and her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders (2022) from Marshall University in West Virginia. She is a licensed SLP in North Carolina. Kylie grew up in Powell, OH, right outside of Columbus, and recently moved to North Carolina within the past year. Kylie has worked with children ages birth to eighteen in a private practice setting, as well as with adults in acute care administering bedside swallow evaluations and modified barium swallow studies. Kylie has experience treating children in all domains of communication and swallowing, with the following areas being her passions: early intervention, pediatric feeding disorders, Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs), Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs), Down Syndrome, articulation and phonology, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. During her free time, Kylie enjoys reading, exploring NC, hanging out with family/friends, and spending time with her miniature Australian shepherd (Blue), and her two cats (Ozzie and Jax)!
Kylie earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (2020) and her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders (2022) from Marshall University in West Virginia. She is a licensed SLP in North Carolina. Kylie grew up in Powell, OH, right outside of Columbus, and recently moved to North Carolina within the past year. Kylie has worked with children ages birth to eighteen in a private practice setting, as well as with adults in acute care administering bedside swallow evaluations and modified barium swallow studies. Kylie has experience treating children in all domains of communication and swallowing, with the following areas being her passions: early intervention, pediatric feeding disorders, Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs), Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs), Down Syndrome, articulation and phonology, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. During her free time, Kylie enjoys reading, exploring NC, hanging out with family/friends, and spending time with her miniature Australian shepherd (Blue), and her two cats (Ozzie and Jax)!
Natalie West, M.S., CCC-SLP
Natalie earned her Bachelor's and Master's of Science in Speech Language -Pathology from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. Natalie is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologist and Audiologist and has a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) with ASHA. Natalie has experience in the areas of articulation/phonology, fluency and receptive/expressive language. She has worked with children within a variety of setting including schools, daycares, homes, and clinic. In her free time, Natalie enjoys spending time traveling, with family/friends, and crafting.
Natalie earned her Bachelor's and Master's of Science in Speech Language -Pathology from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. Natalie is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologist and Audiologist and has a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) with ASHA. Natalie has experience in the areas of articulation/phonology, fluency and receptive/expressive language. She has worked with children within a variety of setting including schools, daycares, homes, and clinic. In her free time, Natalie enjoys spending time traveling, with family/friends, and crafting.
Lindsey Walsh, M.S., CCC-SLP
Lindsey earned her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders (2023) from North Carolina Central University. She is a licensed SLP in North Carolina. Lindsey grew up in Durham, NC and has worked with children ages birth to eighteen in various private practice, school, telehealth, and home settings. Lindsey has experience treating children in all domains of communication with specific interests in genetic disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, expressive/receptive language disorders, feeding, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. During her free time, Lindsey enjoys reading, traveling, trying new restaurants, and doing anything and everything with her two huskies!
Lindsey earned her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders (2023) from North Carolina Central University. She is a licensed SLP in North Carolina. Lindsey grew up in Durham, NC and has worked with children ages birth to eighteen in various private practice, school, telehealth, and home settings. Lindsey has experience treating children in all domains of communication with specific interests in genetic disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, expressive/receptive language disorders, feeding, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. During her free time, Lindsey enjoys reading, traveling, trying new restaurants, and doing anything and everything with her two huskies!
Colleen Perry, M.S., CCC-SLP
Colleen earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism degree from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Education in Speech Pathology/Audiology degree from Old Dominion University. She is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) with the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Colleen has experience working with children with a variety of diagnoses including receptive/expressive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, fluency disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Down syndrome. Colleen has worked with children of all ages in schools, homes, daycares, and outpatient offices. Colleen believes in the importance of working as a team with families to help children communicate with the world around them. She is passionate about speech/language therapy and strives to provide children with the power and skills to participate in all aspects of life.
Colleen earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism degree from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Education in Speech Pathology/Audiology degree from Old Dominion University. She is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) with the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Colleen has experience working with children with a variety of diagnoses including receptive/expressive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, fluency disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Down syndrome. Colleen has worked with children of all ages in schools, homes, daycares, and outpatient offices. Colleen believes in the importance of working as a team with families to help children communicate with the world around them. She is passionate about speech/language therapy and strives to provide children with the power and skills to participate in all aspects of life.
Emma Mann, M.S., CCC-SLP
Emma obtained her Master’s of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from East Carolina University. She found a joy for serving children in the speech community in the private practice, daycare, and home settings. Emma has worked with individuals from birth to age 21, with experience in the areas of cognitive delays/deficits, articulation and phonology disorders, pragmatic language skills, feeding and swallowing, fluency, and expressive/receptive language. Emma has worked with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Apraxia, Down Syndrome, intellectual disabilities, and Global developmental delays. She utilizes a child-led and neuro-diversity affirming approach to create a nurturing and comfortable environment in which the child can feel free to express their interests, wants, and needs in a manner that is preferred and natural. Emma is familiar and has experience with Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and has worked with a variety of children who use this technology as their primary/partial mode of communication. She strives to make sure each child and family feel welcomed, supported, and empowered throughout their speech/language journey. Emma lives in Chapel Hill, NC with her 3 dogs and cat.
Emma obtained her Master’s of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from East Carolina University. She found a joy for serving children in the speech community in the private practice, daycare, and home settings. Emma has worked with individuals from birth to age 21, with experience in the areas of cognitive delays/deficits, articulation and phonology disorders, pragmatic language skills, feeding and swallowing, fluency, and expressive/receptive language. Emma has worked with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Apraxia, Down Syndrome, intellectual disabilities, and Global developmental delays. She utilizes a child-led and neuro-diversity affirming approach to create a nurturing and comfortable environment in which the child can feel free to express their interests, wants, and needs in a manner that is preferred and natural. Emma is familiar and has experience with Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and has worked with a variety of children who use this technology as their primary/partial mode of communication. She strives to make sure each child and family feel welcomed, supported, and empowered throughout their speech/language journey. Emma lives in Chapel Hill, NC with her 3 dogs and cat.
Haley Smith, M.S., CCC-SLP
Haley graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2021 with her bachelor’s degree in Human Development & Family Studies. She received her graduate degree from North Carolina Central University in Communication Sciences & Disorders. She is licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Haley’s clinical experience is with children in a variety of settings including private practice, day cares, homes, and schools. She has experience in the evaluation and treatment of children with diverse backgrounds and a range of needs including speech sound disorders, fluency, language delays, autism spectrum disorder, and childhood apraxia of speech. Haley values and implements child-led and neuro-diversity affirming practices. In her free time, Haley enjoys hiking, spending time with friends, and reading. Haley currently lives in Raleigh.
Haley graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2021 with her bachelor’s degree in Human Development & Family Studies. She received her graduate degree from North Carolina Central University in Communication Sciences & Disorders. She is licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Haley’s clinical experience is with children in a variety of settings including private practice, day cares, homes, and schools. She has experience in the evaluation and treatment of children with diverse backgrounds and a range of needs including speech sound disorders, fluency, language delays, autism spectrum disorder, and childhood apraxia of speech. Haley values and implements child-led and neuro-diversity affirming practices. In her free time, Haley enjoys hiking, spending time with friends, and reading. Haley currently lives in Raleigh.
Molly Hudson, M.S., CCC-SLP
Molly earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Science and her Master of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences from UNC Chapel Hill. She grew up in Apex, NC, and has clinical experience working with individuals from birth to 21 years old in both clinic and school settings. Molly has experience serving children with a variety of speech and language needs and diagnoses, including articulation and phonology, expressive and receptive language, augmentative and alternative communication, pragmatic skills, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is passionate about collaborating with families to ensure that treatment goals and therapy are functional and personalized to each child’s specific needs. She currently lives in Cary, NC, with her husband and enjoys traveling, being active, and spending time with friends and family.
Molly earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Science and her Master of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences from UNC Chapel Hill. She grew up in Apex, NC, and has clinical experience working with individuals from birth to 21 years old in both clinic and school settings. Molly has experience serving children with a variety of speech and language needs and diagnoses, including articulation and phonology, expressive and receptive language, augmentative and alternative communication, pragmatic skills, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is passionate about collaborating with families to ensure that treatment goals and therapy are functional and personalized to each child’s specific needs. She currently lives in Cary, NC, with her husband and enjoys traveling, being active, and spending time with friends and family.
Kayla Gregorczuk, M.S., CF-SLP
Kayla earned her Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from UNC-Greensboro and her Master of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Baylor University. She is originally from Long Island, New York, she has clinical experience working with individuals from birth through age 21 in both the clinic and school settings. Kayla has supported children with a wide range of speech and language needs, including articulation and phonology, expressive and receptive language, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), pragmatic skills, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and feeding. She is passionate about collaborating with families to ensure that treatment goals are functional and meaningful. Her therapy approach emphasizes the whole-body, creating an environment where clients are supported, regulated and ready to engage in their goals. Kayla currently lives in Apex, NC, with her fiancé and their cat, Pepper. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, playing pickleball, reading, and going to concerts.
Kayla earned her Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from UNC-Greensboro and her Master of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Baylor University. She is originally from Long Island, New York, she has clinical experience working with individuals from birth through age 21 in both the clinic and school settings. Kayla has supported children with a wide range of speech and language needs, including articulation and phonology, expressive and receptive language, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), pragmatic skills, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and feeding. She is passionate about collaborating with families to ensure that treatment goals are functional and meaningful. Her therapy approach emphasizes the whole-body, creating an environment where clients are supported, regulated and ready to engage in their goals. Kayla currently lives in Apex, NC, with her fiancé and their cat, Pepper. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, playing pickleball, reading, and going to concerts.
Kristen Carman, M.Ed., CCC-SLP
Kristen Carman earned a Bachelor's degree in psychology from James Madison University in 2010. In 2013, she graduated with her Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from North Carolina Central University. She is licensed to practice speech-language pathology in North Carolina and holds her Certificate of Clinician Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Kristen has experience working with children with apraxia, articulation and phonological disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, early language delays, fluency disorders, and pragmatic disorders. She words with a variety of populations facilitating speech and language development to children with autism spectrum disorder, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental disorders, and learning disabilities. She lives in Cary with her husband and two children. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and being outdoors.
Kristen Carman earned a Bachelor's degree in psychology from James Madison University in 2010. In 2013, she graduated with her Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from North Carolina Central University. She is licensed to practice speech-language pathology in North Carolina and holds her Certificate of Clinician Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Kristen has experience working with children with apraxia, articulation and phonological disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, early language delays, fluency disorders, and pragmatic disorders. She words with a variety of populations facilitating speech and language development to children with autism spectrum disorder, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental disorders, and learning disabilities. She lives in Cary with her husband and two children. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and being outdoors.
Kristen McAvoy, M.S., CCC-SLP
Kristen McAvoy earned a Bachelor’s degree in communication disorders from North Carolina State University in 2002. In 2004 she graduated with her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Northeastern University. She is licensed to practice speech-language pathology in North Carolina and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Kristen has experience working with children with a variety of speech and language needs, including articulation and phonological disorders, early language delays, autism, and augmentative and alternative communication devices (AAC). She currently lives in Apex with her husband and children. Kristen is passionate about helping children and families with their communication goals!
Kristen McAvoy earned a Bachelor’s degree in communication disorders from North Carolina State University in 2002. In 2004 she graduated with her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Northeastern University. She is licensed to practice speech-language pathology in North Carolina and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Kristen has experience working with children with a variety of speech and language needs, including articulation and phonological disorders, early language delays, autism, and augmentative and alternative communication devices (AAC). She currently lives in Apex with her husband and children. Kristen is passionate about helping children and families with their communication goals!
