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Shirley Tennyson, MA, EdM CCC-SLP

Shirley Tennyson is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist with special interest and training in voice disorders. As a mezzo-soprano and an actress, her background as a soloist in opera, recital, and oratorio led her to specialization in working with singers, actors, and other professional voice users. She graduated with Master's Degrees from Ohio University and Columbia University.

She provides voice evaluations and voice therapy in our office while also maintaining a private practice in Manhattan where she specializes in working with all types of voice disorders and especially those impacting the professional voice user.

Kailey is a speech-language pathologist at Express Yourself Therapy’s Kensington, MD branch. She earned her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from George Washington University and her Bachelor of Science in Education degree from the University of Virginia.
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Kailey was driven to speech-language pathology as she went to speech therapy for many years growing up. Her SLP always made therapy exciting and motivating, so Kailey strives to have the same effect on all of the kids she works with. She loves bringing out her inner child during sessions and being silly with kids while simultaneously targeting their goals in a meaningful and engaging way. 

In her free time, she loves working out, vacationing in Bethany Beach, and spending time with her family and friends.

Jaclyn (Jackie) is a Speech-Language Pathologist who earned her Master’s degree at Midwestern University in Speech-Language Pathology. Jackie has been practicing as a speech-language pathologist at EYT since 2018. Some recent life changes have brought Jackie out of state, and she is now primarily seeing children via telehealth for the IL and MD branch.  

 Jackie believes in engaging children in play-based activities to foster overall language development. Jackie is certified in PROMPT Therapy,  DIRFloortime® Certified, and has training in Interactive Metronome. Jackie specializes in children with Apraxia of Speech, pragmatic language disorders, and a variety of expressive/receptive language disorders. In her free time, Jackie enjoys working out, exploring the city, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. 

Danielle is a pediatric speech-language pathologist and clinical manager at Express Yourself Therapy’s Kensington, MD branch. She earned her Master’s degree at Northwestern University in Chicago and her Bachelor of Science degree at Loyola University Maryland. 

Danielle has been a practicing speech therapist since 2018 and has been at Express Yourself Therapy for over four years. In 2023, Danielle earned a certificate as a clinical specialist in the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) community, where she effectively promotes strengths-based interventions, strategies, and approaches to support her clients regardless of age or developmental stage. Additionally, she has earned her DIR Floortime certificate and is now a DIR Expert and Training Leader. Danielle specializes in the areas of phonological/articulation skills, receptive/expressive language skills, and social pragmatic communication. 

About Shine Health & Wellness

At Shine Health and Wellness in Pasadena, California, patients receive comprehensive wellness services for a wide range of health conditions. Kimberley Shine, MD, offers her patients unmatched expertise and extensive one-on-one care.

As a student at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, Dr. Shine was surprised to discover that the curriculum focused on each organ system separately. Her coursework also defined health solely through the absence of disease. However, Dr. Shine knew there had to be more to the practice of medicine than these traditional methods.

Dr. Shine realized that the doctor-patient relationship is the foundation of medicine. She understood that it's essential for patients to feel that they can trust their physician. In turn, physicians must listen to their patients and validate their patients’ feelings.

After spending more than a decade as a family medicine doctor, Dr. Shine decided to develop a practice that reflects her own values. She discovered integrative and functional medicine and quickly incorporated these core concepts into her practice.

Dr. Shine knows that it's not enough to simply treat symptoms as they arise. Instead, doctors must work together with patients to identify the root cause of their health problems. At Shine Health and Wellness, this close doctor-patient relationship is at the core of Dr. Shine's work. She takes pride in helping patients feel educated and empowered by their health care decisions.

Today, Dr. Shine is proud to be a part of a thriving practice that includes experienced nurses, a lifestyle coach, and a licensed acupuncturist. Along with the rest of her team, Dr. Shine strives to provide each patient with personalized, evidence-based medical care that improves their quality of life.

Karine Rocha de Benedicto, M.S., C.C.C. is a bilingual licensed and certified speech-language pathologist who joined our team in 2021. Karine provides speech therapy services to patients of all ages and diagnoses. A graduate of Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan, Karine’s passions include aphasia, dysarthria, and cognitive communication disorders. Passionate about making an impact in the lives of her patients, Karine strives to provide them with person centered quality care that empowers, enhances, and supports development, preservation and rehabilitation of communication cognition and social and emotional skills. Karine leads our social skills groups and vocational training programs. In her free time she enjoys reading, photography, and walks in the woods!

Karine Rocha de Benedicto, M.S., C.C.C. is a bilingual licensed and certified speech-language pathologist who joined our team in 2021. Karine provides speech therapy services to patients of all ages and diagnoses. A graduate of Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan, Karine’s passions include aphasia, dysarthria, and cognitive communication disorders. Passionate about making an impact in the lives of her patients, Karine strives to provide them with person centered quality care that empowers, enhances, and supports development, preservation and rehabilitation of communication cognition and social and emotional skills. Karine leads our social skills groups and vocational training programs. In her free time she enjoys reading, photography, and walks in the woods!

High Quality Home Therapy is a premier physical therapy practice in Stamford, Connecticut and Rye, New York, that also provides in-home services to patients throughout Connecticut and New York. Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT and her skilled team take an innovative, multidisciplinary, integrative, holistic approach to therapy. They offer personalized therapy to entire families including children, adults, and the geriatric population. They work with people of all abilities, sexual orientations, sizes and genders, ensuring that everyone can receive the care they need.

The compassionate providers collaborate with each other and patients, using varying expertise and multiple disciplines in a team setting to provide superior neurological, vestibular, orthopedic, and even end-of-life (hospice and palliative) care.

High Quality Home Therapy treats the whole patient, not just individual body parts, to ensure exceptional results. Occupational therapy, physical therapy, ergonomic consultations, vocational rehabilitation, speech therapy, educational programming, nutrition counseling, Qigong, oral motor therapy, social skills groups, and pelvic floor rehabilitation are some of the remarkable services available.

High Quality Home Therapy also offers craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, Pilates, social skills groups, Yoga and kickboxing. The highly trained physical therapy team provides psychiatric-informed therapy services, including mindfulness training, lifestyle medicine, and breathing training.

Other options for patients include professional training and performance optimization, stretch therapy, prenatal and postnatal care, personal training, and concussion care. They have access to premier skin care, facials, Hatha yoga, CoreAlign® therapy, and numerous other health and wellness solutions.

Professional therapists treat neurological disorders, sports injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, mastitis, feeding issues, headaches, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (a type of connective tissue disorder), and other conditions that contribute to chronic pain or disability. 

High Quality Home Therapy provides convenient telehealth options, in-office care with access to a spa-like medical facility and cutting-edge therapy in the comfort of a patient’s own home or office. 

High Quality Home Therapy differentiates itself from traditional care by providing one-on-one therapy sessions. The practice is out of network with insurance except for Medicare B (in CT) but helps patients maximize benefits to minimize out-of-pocket costs. The therapy team submits claims for patients as part of their commitment to top-quality care.

Schedule an in-person, home-based, or telehealth appointment at High Quality Home Therapy by phone or request one online today.

High Quality Home Therapy is a premier physical therapy practice in Stamford, Connecticut and Rye, New York, that also provides in-home services to patients throughout Connecticut and New York. Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT and her skilled team take an innovative, multidisciplinary, integrative, holistic approach to therapy. They offer personalized therapy to entire families including children, adults, and the geriatric population. They work with people of all abilities, sexual orientations, sizes and genders, ensuring that everyone can receive the care they need.

The compassionate providers collaborate with each other and patients, using varying expertise and multiple disciplines in a team setting to provide superior neurological, vestibular, orthopedic, and even end-of-life (hospice and palliative) care.

High Quality Home Therapy treats the whole patient, not just individual body parts, to ensure exceptional results. Occupational therapy, physical therapy, ergonomic consultations, vocational rehabilitation, speech therapy, educational programming, nutrition counseling, Qigong, oral motor therapy, social skills groups, and pelvic floor rehabilitation are some of the remarkable services available.

High Quality Home Therapy also offers craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, Pilates, social skills groups, Yoga and kickboxing. The highly trained physical therapy team provides psychiatric-informed therapy services, including mindfulness training, lifestyle medicine, and breathing training.

Other options for patients include professional training and performance optimization, stretch therapy, prenatal and postnatal care, personal training, and concussion care. They have access to premier skin care, facials, Hatha yoga, CoreAlign® therapy, and numerous other health and wellness solutions.

Professional therapists treat neurological disorders, sports injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, mastitis, feeding issues, headaches, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (a type of connective tissue disorder), and other conditions that contribute to chronic pain or disability. 

High Quality Home Therapy provides convenient telehealth options, in-office care with access to a spa-like medical facility and cutting-edge therapy in the comfort of a patient’s own home or office. 

High Quality Home Therapy differentiates itself from traditional care by providing one-on-one therapy sessions. The practice is out of network with insurance except for Medicare B (in CT) but helps patients maximize benefits to minimize out-of-pocket costs. The therapy team submits claims for patients as part of their commitment to top-quality care.

Schedule an in-person, home-based, or telehealth appointment at High Quality Home Therapy by phone or request one online today.

High Quality Home Therapy is a premier physical therapy practice in Stamford, Connecticut and Rye, New York, that also provides in-home services to patients throughout Connecticut and New York. Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT and her skilled team take an innovative, multidisciplinary, integrative, holistic approach to therapy. They offer personalized therapy to entire families including children, adults, and the geriatric population. They work with people of all abilities, sexual orientations, sizes and genders, ensuring that everyone can receive the care they need.

The compassionate providers collaborate with each other and patients, using varying expertise and multiple disciplines in a team setting to provide superior neurological, vestibular, orthopedic, and even end-of-life (hospice and palliative) care.

High Quality Home Therapy treats the whole patient, not just individual body parts, to ensure exceptional results. Occupational therapy, physical therapy, ergonomic consultations, vocational rehabilitation, speech therapy, educational programming, nutrition counseling, Qigong, oral motor therapy, social skills groups, and pelvic floor rehabilitation are some of the remarkable services available.

High Quality Home Therapy also offers craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, Pilates, social skills groups, Yoga and kickboxing. The highly trained physical therapy team provides psychiatric-informed therapy services, including mindfulness training, lifestyle medicine, and breathing training.

Other options for patients include professional training and performance optimization, stretch therapy, prenatal and postnatal care, personal training, and concussion care. They have access to premier skin care, facials, Hatha yoga, CoreAlign® therapy, and numerous other health and wellness solutions.

Professional therapists treat neurological disorders, sports injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, mastitis, feeding issues, headaches, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (a type of connective tissue disorder), and other conditions that contribute to chronic pain or disability. 

High Quality Home Therapy provides convenient telehealth options, in-office care with access to a spa-like medical facility and cutting-edge therapy in the comfort of a patient’s own home or office. 

High Quality Home Therapy differentiates itself from traditional care by providing one-on-one therapy sessions. The practice is out of network with insurance except for Medicare B (in CT) but helps patients maximize benefits to minimize out-of-pocket costs. The therapy team submits claims for patients as part of their commitment to top-quality care.

Schedule an in-person, home-based, or telehealth appointment at High Quality Home Therapy by phone or request one online today.

High Quality Home Therapy is a premier physical therapy practice in Stamford, Connecticut and Rye, New York, that also provides in-home services to patients throughout Connecticut and New York. Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT and her skilled team take an innovative, multidisciplinary, integrative, holistic approach to therapy. They offer personalized therapy to entire families including children, adults, and the geriatric population. They work with people of all abilities, sexual orientations, sizes and genders, ensuring that everyone can receive the care they need.

The compassionate providers collaborate with each other and patients, using varying expertise and multiple disciplines in a team setting to provide superior neurological, vestibular, orthopedic, and even end-of-life (hospice and palliative) care.

High Quality Home Therapy treats the whole patient, not just individual body parts, to ensure exceptional results. Occupational therapy, physical therapy, ergonomic consultations, vocational rehabilitation, speech therapy, educational programming, nutrition counseling, Qigong, oral motor therapy, social skills groups, and pelvic floor rehabilitation are some of the remarkable services available.

High Quality Home Therapy also offers craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, Pilates, social skills groups, Yoga and kickboxing. The highly trained physical therapy team provides psychiatric-informed therapy services, including mindfulness training, lifestyle medicine, and breathing training.

Other options for patients include professional training and performance optimization, stretch therapy, prenatal and postnatal care, personal training, and concussion care. They have access to premier skin care, facials, Hatha yoga, CoreAlign® therapy, and numerous other health and wellness solutions.

Professional therapists treat neurological disorders, sports injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, mastitis, feeding issues, headaches, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (a type of connective tissue disorder), and other conditions that contribute to chronic pain or disability. 

High Quality Home Therapy provides convenient telehealth options, in-office care with access to a spa-like medical facility and cutting-edge therapy in the comfort of a patient’s own home or office. 

High Quality Home Therapy differentiates itself from traditional care by providing one-on-one therapy sessions. The practice is out of network with insurance except for Medicare B (in CT) but helps patients maximize benefits to minimize out-of-pocket costs. The therapy team submits claims for patients as part of their commitment to top-quality care.

Schedule an in-person, home-based, or telehealth appointment at High Quality Home Therapy by phone or request one online today.

Payton is an experienced and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist who loves the diversity of ages and diagnoses she gets to work with in the field. She finds immense joy in helping children communicate for the first time, articulate speech sounds, explore new foods, and develop a deeper understanding of language in their everyday activities. She also appreciates the collaborative nature of pediatric therapy, working closely with children, families, and a multidisciplinary team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers.

Payton earned her Master’s degree from Western Illinois University and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, where she also played collegiate soccer. Her experience as a student-athlete shaped her into a supportive, team-oriented SLP who brings energy and enthusiasm to her sessions.

Outside of work, Payton enjoys home decorating, weekend getaways to the lake house, and staying active through exercise. Fun fact: She was named after a former Chicago Bears player!

Payton’s areas of expertise include:

• Articulation disorders, phonological disorders, & childhood apraxia of speech
• Expressive & receptive language delays
• Late talkers
• AAC (communication devices/boards)
• Play skills
• Pragmatic language delays
• Fluency disorders

Joanna is a dedicated pediatric speech-language pathologist with 10 years of experience helping children develop strong communication skills. After earning her Master's degree from the University of Northern Iowa, Joanna is passionate about creating a positive and fun therapy environment. She works closely with families to ensure each child reaches their full communication potential.

In addition to speech and language therapy, Joanna has experience providing feeding therapy to children who struggle with oral-motor skills, picky eating, or difficulties with chewing and swallowing. Using a gentle, individualized approach, she helps children build confidence and comfort around food, promoting healthier eating habits and reducing mealtime stress for families.

Outside of work, Joanna enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and young son.

Whether addressing speech delays, articulation issues, or language comprehension, Joanna is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and their families.

Areas of interest include:

• Articulation and speech sound disorders

• Language delays and disorders

• Feeding therapy (oral motor skills, picky eating, swallowing difficulties)

• Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS)

• Social communication and pragmatic language skills

• Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)

• Stuttering and fluency disorders

Danielle is a fun-loving and caring Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist. Danielle attended Northern Arizona University where she earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degree all while swimming competitively for her university’s NAU Lumberjack NCAA DI Swimming and Diving team. Danielle’s passion is working with children and she “loves watching kids learn and grow and seeing the wonder and excitement in their eyes as they realize they're capable of doing new things.” 

Danielle has been practicing for over 10 years and is an expert in the area of:

• articulation
• apraxia
• executive functioning (problem solving, task initiation, cause/effect, emotional control, planning, prioritization)
• eliciting opportunities for communication
• phonetics
• feeding therapy
• dysphagia
• base of tongue and oral motor exercises
• speech delay
• communication repair
• non-verbal communication
•  pragmatic skills
• autism
• stuttering
• dyslexia

Danielle loves being outside, being in and near water, and having fun!  Her hobbies include spending time with her family, swimming, grounding/being in her garden and backyard, exploring the outdoors, and listening to and feeling live music.  Danielle believes that laughter and having meaningful relationships are very important in life, and most importantly she enjoys sharing these fun moments and experiences with children to foster their growth.

Rebecca attended Marquette University for both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology. Rebecca recently graduated with her Masters degree in August of 2024, and loves working with children to help promote their speech and language! Rebecca grew up in Algonquin and is excited to be back in the Northwest suburbs after living in Milwaukee for the past five years. Rebecca initially became interested in speech therapy from her mom, who is a school-based speech-language pathologist, and helped create Rebecca's passion in working with pediatrics!

Her areas of interest/experience during graduate school include ASD, social pragmatic language, cognitive communication disorders, dysphagia, and early language development in ages birth - 3 years of age. Although a majority of Rebecca's experiences have been with pediatrics, she also has experience working in acute care, inpatient rehab, and within an adult outpatient clinic. Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys going to sporting events (Go Cubs!), working out, trying new coffee shops, and visiting friends in the city. Rebecca is very passionate about working with her clients here at Pediatric POST, and strives to promote functional, play-based intervention during her sessions that best support her client's needs.

Mandi has over ten years of experience working as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). After receiving her Master's Degree from Northwestern University, she began working as an SLP in the elementary school setting, and soon added pediatric therapy clinic work as well. Mandi is passionate about helping children communicate effectively so that they can build relationships, share ideas, learn, and grow.

Mandi is a neurodiversity-affirming therapist who prioritizes connection over compliance and works to ensure that her students and clients feel comfortable, safe, and seen. She utilizes a total communication approach to teach children self-advocacy skills including expressing their wants and needs effectively. In her free time, Mandi enjoys reading, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and doing agility with her two dogs.

Mandi's areas of expertise include:
Autism and ADHD
Articulation and phonological disorders
Apraxia of speech
Functional communication
AAC and other communication modalities
Receptive/expressive language delays and disorders
Pragmatic language deficits