Speech Therapists
Clara Clarke, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Clara holds a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology from Texas Woman's University as of 2017.
Prior to graduate school, Clara worked as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant(SLP-A) in the public school system. After achieving certification of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Association (ASHA), Clara worked in the home healthcare setting as a Lead SLP, conducting new hire trainings, in-services, and supervising other clinicians int he field. Although passionate about helping other clinician achieve their career goals, Clara joined Momentum Therapy Center to get back to the core of this profession, working hands on with patients and their families to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
Clara's areas of interest include gestalt language processing and functional echolalia, stuttering or fluency-shaping therapy, and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT). She is furthering her knowledge and experience in the areas of augmentative and alternative communication and feeding therapy by taking continuing education courses and collaborating with cohorts.
Clara aims to create an inclusive, welcoming, and affirming place in the speech therapy treatment room.
Cristina Gill, M.S., CCC-SLP
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist (English/Spanish)
Cristina holds a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology from Lamar University since 2011. After receiving her certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) she has worked in skilled nursing facilities, public schools, private practices and acute care hospitals in the Houston area. Her specialty area/areas of interest include feeding and swallowing disorders in children and adults and Orofacial Myofuntional Therapy. Cristina has experience providing evaluation and remediation of speech, receptive/expressive language, cognition and swallowing in children and adults in English and Spanish. Cristina is constantly updating her skills as a Speech-Language Pathologist through education seminars, and professional development to provide the most innovative and effective therapy.
Michaela Josey, M.S., CCC-SLP, CAS
Speech Language Pathologist
My names is Michaela Josey. I graduated from UNC Greensboro with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a minor in American Sign Language in 2019. I followed my Bachelor's degree with a Master of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from North Carolina Central University in 2021. I have had experiences working with infants to 18+ in the pediatric outpatient clinic settings in North Carolina, Arizona, and Texas. I am very passionate about supporting children in underserved communities and unhoused families. I have vast experience in working with pediatric feeding disorders and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. During my tenure as a skilled Speech Language Pathologist I have obtained credentials as a Certified Autism Specialist. During my free time I enjoy spending time with family, shopping for shoes, and traveling.
Andrea Kong, M.S., SLP-CFY
Speech Language Pathologist
My name is Andrea Kong. I graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Science in Bilingual Early Childhood Education. Prior to pursuing my master's program, I taught as a 1st grade teacher. I received a master's degree in communication sciences and Disorders from Baylor University in August of 2023. I enjoy providing therapy to both children and adults in English and Spanish. Through my work I enjoy that I can help make a difference in my patients lives by improving their ability to communicate in a functional way and improve their quality of life.
Isabel Pelaez, M.S., CCC-SLP
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist (English/Spanish)
Isabel holds a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology from Lamar University since 2014. After receiving her certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), she went on to work with children ages 0-21 in the Houston area in private practices, and home health settings, where she has also served as supervisor to Speech Language Pathologist Assistants and Speech Language Pathologist-Interns. Her specialties and areas of interest include: A sensory approach to language development, Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, and language development in children within the spectrum. Isabel has experience providing evaluation and treatment of speech, receptive/expressive and pragmatic language, cognition and swallowing in children and adults in English and Spanish. Isabel is frequently attending educational seminars and training to stay current with the latest research in order to expand her skills as a Speech-Language Pathologist, and provide the most innovative and effective therapy to her patients. She holds a certification in Sensory Integration from The University of Southern California
Mishaal Rashid, M.S.. SLP-CFY
Speech Language Pathologist
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Lindsay Smith, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Hello! My name is Lindsay Smith and I received a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from The University of Louisiana at Lafayette since 2020 and a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology and Audiology from The University of Louisiana at Lafayette since 2022. After achieving certification of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), I worked in an outpatient pediatric setting providing evidenced-based practice treatment and individualized based treatment. I am experienced in working in the following areas: articulation/phonological disorders, early intervention, language disorders, fluency, autism spectrum disorder, feeding and swallowing, and augmentative alternative communication (AAC). I strive to provide patient-centered care and involve families in the therapeutic process. I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging environment while guiding children toward confident and effective communication. My hobbies include exercising, traveling, and spending time with my family and friends!