Jennifer Sakowicz, M.S., CCC-SLP, Executive Director
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Jennifer has worked in the field of speech-language pathology as both a speech-language pathologist and speech-language assistant since 2004. She received her Master's Degree in Communication Disorders from Southern Connecticut State University. Jennifer has a variety of experience working with a diverse population of clients within the public school, private school, medical and clinical settings. Her clinical experience includes evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders which include articulation, phonology, childhood apraxia of speech, receptive and expressive language, pragmatic language, and language-based reading and writing impairments. Jennifer holds a special interest in childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), social cognitive impairments, and language-based literacy disorders. She published a thesis on the involvement of the school-based speech-language pathologist with students who have writing difficulties. Furthermore, she presented at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's (ASHA) National Convention with colleagues on the same topic. Jennifer is PROMPT Level 1 trained. She has also completed the Social Thinking Level 1A Training in Boston, Massachusetts. Jennifer is currently a three time recipient of ASHA's Award for Continuing Education (ACE). This award is presented to a select group of professionals who demonstrate sincere dedication to continuing education in the field of speech-language pathology. Jennifer completed all requirements of the Apraxia-Kids Intensive Training Institute and is proud to be "Recognized by Apraxia-Kids for Advanced Training and Expertise in Childhood Apraxia of Speech." Jen has served as a clinical partner on the PRACTICE research team; she is the only SLP in Connecticut to do so. Email Jen at Jennifer@pediatricCC.com.
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Nicole Williams, M.S., CCC-SLP
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.Nicole has worked as a speech-language pathologist since 2012. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in speech-language pathology and audiology from Ithaca College. She continued her schooling at Ithaca College to receive her Master’s Degree in Teaching Students with Speech and Language Disabilities. She has previously worked in a skilled nursing facility as well as the public schools and has extensive experience providing evaluations and treatment to school-aged children. She has experience working with children with developmental delays, expressive/receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech and autism. In 2021, Nicole completed all requirements of the Apraxia-Kids Intensive Training Institute and is proud to be "Recognized by Apraxia-Kids for Advanced Training and Expertise in Childhood Apraxia of Speech."
She enjoys providing play based therapy to young children and making sessions as fun, motivating, and productive as possible. She feels that family involvement is essential for any child’s success and enjoys building strong relationships with children and their families. When she is not working, her two young kids keep her busy at home! Contact Nicole at nicole@pediatricCC.com. |
Danielle King, M.S., CCC-SLP
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Danielle has worked in the field of speech language pathology for over 30 years. She received her Bachelor of Science from Elmira College in Elmira, New York followed by her Master of Science in Communication Disorders from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. Danielle has worked in a variety of settings throughout her career including long-term rehabilitation, hospitals, and non-profit agencies. Over the past 24 years, she has worked in public schools with children of all ages from preschool through high school. She has experience with the assessment and treatment of articulation and phonological delays and disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders, social language, learning disabilities and autism spectrum. She worked closely with her special education colleagues to evaluate and identify students with reading impairment including dyslexia, as well as assess and develop intervention programs to address social communication challenges with students at the elementary through high school levels. In May 2020, Danielle completed her Masters of Education in Reading with a concentration in dyslexia from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She wanted to increase her understanding of reading disabilities and the significant impact that language plays in reading and written expression as well as improve her ability to support the early identification of students in need of specialized instruction. Most recently, Danielle has completed coursework in executive functioning and its impact on student learning through a speech language pathology lens. Danielle believes that effective collaboration with key stakeholders supports the development of students’ cognition, language, literacy and, social skills. Contact Danielle at danielle@pediatricCC.com.
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Caitlin Emmett, M.S., CCC-SLP
Caitlin has been in the field as a speech language pathologist since 2022. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Speech Language Hearing Science from UConn and her Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from Sacred Heart University. Prior to obtaining her Master’s degree, Caitlin worked in the field as a certified speech pathology assistant for over three years. She has experience working in a variety of settings including private practice, specialty schools, public school, and home health. Caitlin enjoys working with school-aged children on a variety of targets including social skills and language. Her favorite part about her job is fostering connections with both clients and their families. She is always eager to celebrate client success, no matter how big or small. In her free time, Caitlin enjoys being outdoors, cooking and traveling south to spend time at the beach! Contact Caitlin at caitlin@pediatricCC.com.