M.A., CCC-SLP
Colrain, Massachusetts
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Get startedHi! I’m Kai. In my prior work in the schools, I became disillusioned with the lack of support that many neurodivergent children received in the classroom, which became one of the primary catalysts in my desire to become a speech therapist. I believe communication is a fundamental human right and essential to meaningful participation in the world. I also believe that communication does not look just one way, and therapy should honor each person’s unique strengths, preferences, and perspectives. Additionally, as someone who grew up in a rural, low-income community, I am passionate about expanding access to affirming, high-quality speech therapy so that individuals and families can receive support regardless of location or socioeconomic status. I have field-specific certification emphasizing Bilingualism & Multiculturalism that I completed concurrently with my graduate school studies at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Also, while in grad school, I completed a mentorship with voice SLP, Wynde Vastine, focused on Gender-Affirming Voice. My greatest passion is in supporting neurodivergent communicators of all ages, especially those who use alternative communication modalities; I have given multiple presentations in my district on Gestalt Language Processing and AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication), and will be presenting on Echolalia with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity (AANE) in May 2026. My clinical experience spans diverse settings, including public schools, outpatient rehabilitation, hospital (ICU), and private practice. I approach therapy with a client-centered and highly individualized style. I incorporate sensory-informed practices to support meaningful carryover, and I prioritize strengths-based strategies and client empowerment to help each person build confidence, independence, and lifelong self-advocacy skills.
Massachusetts
English
B.A. - Smith College
M.A. - University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Pediatric Articulation/Phonological Disorder
Pediatric Developmental Cognition
Pediatric Fluency/Stuttering
Pediatric Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
Pediatric/Adolescent Social-Pragmatics
Pediatric Autism Spectrum Disorder
Early Language Development
Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Traumatic Brain Injury
Aphasia
Acquired Apraxia
Dysarthria
Parkinson's
Adult Cognition
Adult Social-Pragmatics
Adult Dysphagia
Selective Mutism
Adult Fluency
Adult Articulation
Pediatric Dysphagia/Sensory Feeding
Auditory Processing Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder (Adult)
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Gender Affirming Voice
Written Language Disorders
Outside of being a speech therapist, I enjoy snuggling my three cats, birdwatching, doing puzzles, and going for hikes in the woods near my home. I have an extensive collection of minerals & fossils, which I am pleased to talk about at length with anyone interested. I am an avid reader, with science fiction being one of my favorite genres. I am also part of a weekly, local creative writing group. I like to stay busy!
At Expressable, all individuals and families are matched with a licensed speech therapist who's experienced in their specific area of need. You'll receive expert help from a talented, caring, and compassionate speech therapist invested in your or your child's communication success.
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Private payHSA/FSA Major insurance plansCommunication is one of our most vital, life-long skills. Speech therapy can help children reach communication milestones appropriate for their age; clearly articulate their thoughts, feelings, and ideas; comprehend the language of others; and develop socially. It also contributes to their academic success and emotional well-being. Plus so much more!
The first step is to schedule an evaluation with a speech therapist. They’ll assess your child’s communication development and make a professional recommendation as to whether your child could benefit from speech therapy.
There is no minimum age. Communication skills begin developing in infancy. Building strong language skills in very young children can set the foundation for strong communication and literacy skills later on. Speech therapy is particularly important for children who aren’t reaching age-appropriate communication milestones, or who are experiencing difficulties such as stuttering or a lisp. Because speech and language patterns become more ingrained over time, the earlier speech errors can be corrected, the better the outcomes are likely to be.
The duration of speech therapy is different for everyone, and it depends on several factors. This includes the type of speech disorder or communication challenge, the frequency of speech therapy sessions, how often you and your child practice the skills taught in speech therapy at home, your child’s age, any underlying medical conditions, and more.
Most children love online speech therapy! Many become more attentive with online learning, and they prefer the interactivity of online exercises and communication. Plus, there are many effective strategies that speech therapists use to engage children online. Expressable’s model of care also focuses on the most important part of improving children’s speech and language skills: the involvement of their parent or caregiver. When parents are actively involved in their child’s care, that leads to faster progress. Our therapists work directly with caregivers to teach them techniques and strategies they can use in their child’s everyday life.
Speech therapy sessions are focused on each client’s care plan, and the activities done during sessions always relate to those goals. So, if a person is in speech therapy to better pronounce the /s/ sound, they’ll begin by learning how to make the sound by itself and work up to practicing it in conversation. Or if someone wants to improve the quality of their voice, their speech therapist will teach them appropriate breathing and vocal exercises. The therapist will aim to do as many trials of each exercise as possible, in order to make the most of each session.
Your speech therapist will constantly be measuring and assessing your response to these exercises. When needed, they’ll make changes to your treatment plan to help you make progress as quickly as possible. Regardless of your goals, your speech therapist will always provide practice activities to complete at home between sessions.
Expressable currently accepts many of the largest insurance companies, and we’re actively working on contracting with new plans across the country. We also offer affordable private pay options and accept HSAs/FSAs for those who do not have insurance coverage or prefer to pay out-of-pocket.
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