Colleen Mandoza is a licensed speech language pathologist who specializes in pediatrics. She treats children of all ages with an array of speech and language disorders. She is skilled treating autistic children, augmentative and alternative forms of communication, articulation disorders, school aged language disorders, executive functioning disorders and early intervention. Colleen uses the ideology that child led therapy with a focus on intrinsic motivation, sensory regulation, executive functioning supports, and a trusted environment are what support a child’s progress. Colleen believes that a team approach, with input from caregivers, school, and other interdisciplinary team members ensures the child’s needs are being met in therapy and out in the community.

Educational Degree

  • Bachelor of Communication Sciences and Disorders Ohio University Athens, OH
  • Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology, Nova Southeastern University Davie, FL

Affiliates/Professional Organizations

  • Member, American Speech Language and Hearing Association

Special Interests

AAC device training, Caregiver education and training, Autism, Gestalt Language Processing, Early Intervention

Certifications

  • NLA Trained Clinician for completing the Meaningful Speech Course on Gestalt Language Processing, Echolalia, and Natural Language Acquisition.