About Us

Kimberly Yon founded Therapeutic Speech and Language Services, Inc. in 2007. Kimberly provides direct one-on-one therapy and functions as part of a team of therapists for all children the practice serves. Kimberly received her undergraduate degree in Communication Disorders from the University of Central Florida and a graduate degree in the same discipline from Florida State University. She has practiced speech therapy since 2003 in public schools, homes, daycares and clinics. Kimberly became a community educator for Orton-Gillingham in 2016. She has also worked as a lead teacher for general education and special education classes in the public schools. Kimberly is passionate about diagnosing children with communication disorders and helping them achieve life-changing progress.

Candice attended the University of Alabama where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communicative Disorders followed by her Master’s of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. She has been practicing speech therapy in the Atlanta area since 2015 where she has worked with students in the elementary, middle and high school setting. Candice also has clinical experience in the acute care hospital settings, adult rehabilitation facilities, and outpatient clinics. She has treated a variety of speech and language disorders including articulation, receptive and expressive language, pragmatic language, swallowing delays, and fluency disorders. Candice desires to see her clients succeed and feels honored to be a part of each client’s journey towards communicating more effectively. She is certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

Laurel earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Auburn University in 2016, and her Master of Education degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Georgia in 2018. Laurel has worked with children of all ages with disorders in the areas of language, articulation, pragmatics, and fluency. She also has experience working with children with autism, Down syndrome, and other special needs. Laurel has experience working in the public school system, clinical settings at Auburn and the University of Georgia, daycare settings, and hospital settings. Laurel is passionate about working with children with special needs, and she relishes in the opportunity to guide each child to effectively communicate with the world around them. She is excited to begin her career as a Clinical Fellow in Speech-Language Pathology at Therapeutic Speech and Language Services.

Emily earned her Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Georgia in Communication Sciences and Disorders in 2017, and her Masters of Education in Speech Pathology at the University of West Georgia in 2019. Emily’s clinical experience includes working in her university clinic, the Atlanta public school system, a skilled nursing facility, and an outpatient craniofacial clinic. She has experience working with children across all ages in the areas of articulation, language, fluency, voice, and pragmatics. She also has experience with childhood apraxia of speech, autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, attention-hyperactive deficits disorders, oppositional defiance disorders, and emotional behavior disorders, vocal cord dysfunction, and velopharyngeal insufficiency. Emily believes everyone deserves a voice, and is grateful to be a part of each child’s journey of expanding their communication skills.

Emily earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Master of Education Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Georgia State University. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, state licensed, and holds a teaching certificate with the State of Georgia. Emily has practiced speech therapy in the Atlanta area since 2012 in homes, day cares, elementary schools, and pediatric clinics. She has experience treating speech sound, expressive and receptive language, pragmatic, and fluency disorders. Emily is passionate about early intervention and enjoys working together with clients and their families towards achieving their communication goals.

Jazmin earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Child & Family Development from Georgia Southern University in 2012 and her Masters of Arts in Speech Pathology & Audiology from South Carolina State University in 2020. Jazmin has clinical experience working in the public school system, South Carolina State’s Speech and Hearing clinic, a pediatric private clinic, and South Carolina’s Assistive Technology Program. She also has over 10 years experience working as a professional child-care provider in various settings including the home and daycare. Jazmin has treated communication disorders such as articulation, receptive and expressive language, fluency, pragmatic language, and motor speech disorders. She has a heart for connecting with children who face behavioral, social, and/or emotional challenges and watching them learn and advance academically.

McCall earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Audiology and Speech Pathology from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville in 2018, and her Master of Science degree in Speech Pathology from Vanderbilt University in 2020. McCall has worked with children of all ages and abilities through clinical experiences in the public school system, outpatient clinic setting, and acute inpatient setting. She has experience working with patients with language impairments, hearing loss, craniofacial abnormalities, feeding disorders, developmental disorders, fluency disorders, and more. McCall is passionate about working with children to strengthen and expand their communicative abilities. She is excited to start her career as a Clinical Fellow in Speech-Language Pathology at Therapeutic Speech and Language Services!

Brittany earned her Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of West Georgia in 2010 and later returned to earn her Master of Education in Speech Language Pathology in 2019. Brittany has clinical experience working in the University of West Georgia’s Comprehensive Community Clinic, the public school system, skilled nursing facilities, and the hospital setting. She has worked with children of all ages as well as adults and geriatric patients. She also has experience working with children with receptive and expressive language delays, articulation disorders, phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, nonverbal communication, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Down syndrome. Brittany is passionate about working with children and their families and finds fulfillment in helping children grow, develop and learn new skills.

Tenatia earned her Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology in 2009 from Southern University and A&M College. After graduating she worked as a traveling Speech Language Pathology Assistant in Florida and Georgia. While working as a SLPA she gained experience working in different public school systems, before returning to graduate school. In 2014, she graduated with a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology. Tenatia has experience in public school system, acute/chronic rehabilitation setting, and preschool setting. She has worked with children and adults with deficits in language, voice, articulation, pragmatics, and fluency. She has experience working with aphasia, dysphagia (adults), apraxia of speech, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. Tenatia enjoys working with children and helping them find ways to communicate their individual needs and wants.

Jackie attended the University of Georgia where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders followed by her Master’s of Education in Speech-Language Pathology. She began practicing in Jacksonville, FL in 2018 in the elementary and middle school setting. Jackie also has clinical experience in the skilled nursing and private practice settings. She has treated a variety of speech and language disorders including articulation, receptive and expressive language, pragmatic language, swallowing disorders, and fluency disorders. Jackie is passionate about helping children and adults communicate and live their best lives. She is certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

Kelly graduated from Appalachian State University with her bachelor’s Degree in Communication Disorders. She then received her master’s degree at San Diego State University in Speech Language Pathology. Kelly has worked in the school system as an elementary, middle, and high school speech-language pathologist. She has also worked in the private practice setting and in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation hospitals. Kelly has extensive knowledge with pediatric swallowing and feeding, as well as caring for children who require tracheostomy tubes and ventilators to aid in breathing. Kelly’s areas of interest are Autism and early intervention. Kelly enjoys facilitating clients’ growth in all areas of communication.

Alisha M. Wright is a native of Montgomery, Alabama and has over 15 years of extensive experience in a variety of practice settings including: school-based pediatrics, outpatient pediatrics, academia, skilled nursing, acute care, mental health, home health, and inpatient rehabilitation. These experiences have afforded her the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in a variety of practice areas. She graduated from Tuskegee University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy and from the University of St. Augustine in 2013 with a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.

Alisha has a genuine passion for seeing “change” and growth in the lives of her patients by assisting them in the restoration of skills and/or function. She firmly believes that every child has the potential, and in effect the capacity, to learn and grow. She enjoys music, traveling, and just about anything sports-related. Her greatest accomplishment in life is her beautiful daughter, Saniya.

Motto: “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin

Vanessa has been an occupational therapist for over 11 years working almost exclusively in pediatrics. She has experience working in a variety of pediatric practice settings including school-based practice (public, private, and charter), outpatient pediatrics, and early intervention (home health and early learning centers). She recently moved to the Atlanta area after 10 years practicing in the Washington, D.C. region. She graduated in 2005 from The College of Charleston with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Promotion. In 2008, she graduated from The Medical University of South Carolina with a Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy. Vanessa earned a health coaching certificate from The Institute of Integrative Nutrition in 2019.

Vanessa is a caring and empathetic therapist drawing from her broad clinical experience and a personal and familial history of learning disabilities. She is a strong advocate for early screenings, evaluations, and interventions for children with developmental delays and disabilities. She sees and believes in each child’s abilities and emphasizes a partnership with parents and caregivers providing them with the tools to support their children through education and coaching during sessions. Vanessa is an expert at crafting therapy sessions into play and learning activities that your child will love. In her free time, Vanessa enjoys cooking, gardening, running, cycling, swimming, meditation, yoga, and quality time with family and friends.

Her favorite words to live and teach by are “The only thing that you have that nobody else has is you. Your voice, your mind, your story, your vision. So write and draw and build and play and dance and live as only you can.” -Neil Gaiman.

Julia received her bachelor’s degree in psychology & linguistics from Emory University, and her doctorate degree in occupational therapy from MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, MA. Julia has focused her professional experiences around working with children of all ages and skills within outpatient clinics and acute inpatient settings. She has experience with developmental and learning disorders, feeding disorders, sensory integration, mental health, and more. Julia is particularly passionate about family-centered care and helping children gain the tools and the confidence to live their best lives. She is excited to be a part of the team at TSLS!

Anna received her Bachelor of Science degree in health education and minor in English from Georgia College and State University and her Master of Science degree in occupational therapy from Georgia State University. She has clinical experience working with pediatrics across various settings, including schools, outpatient clinics and homes. She also has clinical experience working with older adults in assisted living homes, skilled nursing facilities and in acute care settings. Anna is passionate about play-centered therapy and empowering families and children with the support and education they need to succeed. Anna strives to make occupational therapy sessions fun for children, while still helping them achieve their goals. In her spare time, Anna enjoys practicing Pilates, Yoga and spending time with her cat and dog. She is thrilled to be beginning her occupational therapy career with Therapeutic Speech and Language Services!

Auni earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Auburn University (War Eagle!) in 2011. She went on to complete her Masters in Speech-Language Pathology at University of West Georgia in 2013. Auni has worked in the school system as a Speech-Language Pathologist. She has also worked in sub-acute care and inpatient brain injury/ spinal cord rehabilitation hospitals. Auni has extensive experience in brain injury in the adolescent and adult population. She has treated a variety of communication disorders such as cognitive, articulation,expressive and receptive language, pragmatic and motor speech disorders. She is very passionate about her field and enjoys helping clients and their families. She is certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).