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Alexa Phillis

Monaca

Summary

Dynamic Speech Therapist with extensive experience at The Watson Institute, specializing in individualized treatment plans and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve therapeutic goals. Skilled in group therapy sessions, fostering peer support and engagement as well as patient assessment, individualized treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Speech Therapist

The Watson Institute
03.2021 - Current
  • Assist in conducting speech assessments to evaluate communication disorders.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Support implementation of evidence-based therapeutic techniques for speech improvement.
  • Engage clients in activities designed to enhance language and articulation skills.
  • Communicate effectively with families regarding treatment goals and progress updates.
  • Maintain detailed documentation on patient progress, adjusting therapy plans as needed to achieve optimal results.
  • Engage parents and families in therapy process to support student progress.
  • Design group therapy sessions targeting shared goals across multiple patients, fostering peer collaboration and encouragement during each session.

Speech Therapist

Premier Therapy
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations to accurately diagnose speech, language, and swallowing issues.
  • Provided education on communication strategies for caregivers, enhancing their ability to support loved ones with speech, language and/or swallowing difficulties.
  • Maintained detailed documentation on patient progress, adjusting therapy plans as needed to achieve optimal results.
  • Engaged parents and families in therapy process to support patient progress.
  • Assessed swallowing disorders in adult populations and provided relevant recommendations for safe eating habits.
  • Enhanced patient''s quality of life through the development and execution of customized treatment plans.
  • Facilitated improvement in clients' control of breathing mechanisms, jaw and facial muscles.
  • Worked with education and medical personnel to develop strategies allowing better communication with individuals with speech and hearing impairments.

Education

Master of Arts - Speech Language Pathology

Kent State University
Kent, OH
12-2019

Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology And Audiology

Kent State University
Kent, OH
12-2017

Skills

  • Alternative communication
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Autism spectrum disorders
  • IEP and 504 compliance
  • Group therapy sessions
  • Individualized treatment plans
  • Swallowing therapy
  • Social skills training
  • Articulation therapy
  • Speech sound disorders

Certification

  • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP): 14358484 (Obtained in 2020)
  • PA State License: #SL015587, Expires 7/31/2026
  • CPR Certification: Expires November 2025


Timeline

Speech Therapist

The Watson Institute
03.2021 - Current

Speech Therapist

Premier Therapy
01.2020 - 03.2021

Master of Arts - Speech Language Pathology

Kent State University

Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology And Audiology

Kent State University
Alexa Phillis