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Speech Therapy Services
I provide specialized care for adults facing challenges related to speech, cognitive impairment, and/or swallowing difficulti
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Mary Slater is an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist, with extensive training in treating a wide range of disorders, in both individual and group settings. Throughout my career in speech-language pathology, I have found that people facing various challenges, such as swallowing difficulties, can relate to my empathetic, resourceful, and lighthearted approach. With a background in yoga and meditation and an initial career in mental health, I offer a unique perspective in speech therapy to help you achieve your goals.
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Clinical Services
Clinical Services
Clinical Services
As a medical Speech Language Pathologist, I have worked in various settings, including intensive care, outpatient rehabilitation, community integration, and palliative support. My collaboration with NIH stroke Neurologists, trauma, and ENT surgeons in both civilian and military environments has given me a profound understanding of how diseases affect speech, language, voice, swallowing difficulties, and cognitive communication.
My areas of expertise:
- Aphasia, including challenges with word finding and issues related to understanding, reading, or writing
- Dysarthria, which refers to slurred speech
- Dysphagia, addressing swallowing problems
- Cognitive impairment, including TBI, executive dysfunction, and memory loss
- Dysphonia, Hoarse voice, Muscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD), or vocal abuse
- Facial droop following a stroke, trauma, or Bell’s Palsy
- Brain health strategies, focusing on relaxation, habit management, and computer-based brain exercise programs
I have extensive experience working with active duty military, veterans, and their families, particularly in addressing issues related to cognitive impairment. My approach is based on the brain’s ability for continued growth, balanced with strategies to maintain and compensate for current abilities.
Background
Clinical Services
Clinical Services
Education
BA in Psychology from Bowling Green State University
MA in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Maryland at College Park
RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) from Flow Yoga Center, Washington DC
Select Trainings that support my approach:
American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine, Brain Injury Treatment
Jackie Gartner-Schmidt, University of Pittsburgh, Voice Therapy
Beckman Oral Motor Protocol
IAOM - International Association of Orofacial Myology
I provide a collaborative approach to therapy, offering evaluations and therapy either in your home or online.
I look forward to seeing how we can work together!
Email me to schedule a Free 30 minute phone consultation and
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