M.S., CCC-SLP
Villa Rica, GA
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Schedule a free consultationHello! I'm Jayla. I became a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) in 2023. I became an SLP because of my personal experiences and a passion for helping others communicate and improve their quality of life. Growing up, I witnessed firsthand the impact that speech and language therapy can have through my siblings' journeys. My sister had a tracheostomy and required a Passy-Muir Valve (PMV), along with pediatric feeding therapy. Seeing the challenges she faced and the progress she made with the right interventions deeply moved me. Additionally, my brother wore hearing aids and needed language therapy. His perseverance and the support he received from skilled therapists inspired me to pursue a career where I could make a similar difference in others' lives. The field of speech-language pathology perfectly blends the medical and educational aspects, allowing me to work in diverse settings and with a variety of clients. I am passionate about helping individuals communicate, find their voice, and improve their ability to swallow and eat safely. The opportunity to support clients in overcoming their challenges and enhancing their communication abilities is incredibly fulfilling and drives my dedication to this profession. While I was in graduate school, my grandfather passed away from a massive stroke, leaving him nonverbal. This heartbreaking experience confirmed that I was in the right field. I knew then that I did not want any other family to face the pain of being unable to communicate with a loved one after a stroke. This reinforced my commitment to helping individuals regain their communication abilities, ensuring they can connect with their families and loved ones during critical times. I have worked in settings such as acute care, outpatient, private practice, home health, and teletherapy. I would describe my clinical style as individualized/personalized.
Arkansas
Virginia
Georgia
English
B.S.Ed, University of West Georgia
M.S., Jacksonville University
Accent Modification
Acquired Apraxia
Adult Articulation
Adult Dysphagia
Adult Fluency/Stuttering
Adult Language
Adult Social-Pragmatics
Aphasia
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Aural Rehabilitation
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Breathing
Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Cleft Palate/Cleft Lip
Down Syndrome
Dysarthria
Early Language Development
Executive Functioning
Literacy
Gender Affirming Voice
Parkinson’s
Pediatric Articulation/Phonological Disorder
Pediatric Fluency/Stuttering
Pediatric Dysphagia/Sensory Feeding
Pediatric Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
Pediatric/Adolescent Social-Pragmatics
Professional/Public Speaking
Tongue Thrust
Traumatic Brain Injury
Voice
Outside of speech-language pathology, I have a variety of interests and hobbies that keep me fulfilled and balanced. I love being a mom and wife, and spending quality time with my family is incredibly important to me. We enjoy traveling together and creating lasting memories through our adventures. Health and wellness are also passions of mine. I prioritize working out and taking care of myself, as I believe it is crucial for both physical and mental well-being. Staying active helps me maintain the energy and focus needed for both my professional and personal life. Additionally, I have a strong interest in financial literacy. I enjoy learning about financial management and planning, as I believe it is essential for creating a secure and prosperous future for my family. Overall, my hobbies and interests outside of my profession help me stay grounded, happy, and motivated in all aspects of my life.
At Expressable, all individuals and families are matched with a licensed speech therapist that's experienced to their specific area of need. You'll receive expert help from a talented, caring, and compassionate speech therapist invested in you 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 component 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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