2975 Westchester Ave
#202
Purchase, NY 10577
Our Team
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Tara Gallagher
CCC-SLP/TSHH
I have almost 20 years of experience working as a speech-language pathologist with children of all ages. I specialize in working with children who use hearing aids and/or cochlear implants to learn spoken language. Learning auditory verbal and listening techniques early in my career has allowed me to help children with all speech and language needs meet their goals. I take pride in knowing I set up a fun, productive, structured yet nurturing environment. Families are often part of my sessions, as they are the child's best teacher. I love spending time with my family traveling to other countries and tropical islands. Sitting on the beach and listening to the waves is my happy place.
Fun Fact: I love hip-hop dancing and often 'dance like nobody is watching' -
Amanda Villosio
CCC-SLP/TSSLD
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Toni Ann Coyne
CCC-SLP/TSSLD
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Molly Dineen-Carey
CCC-SLP/ TSSLD
I have over 12 years of experience as a pediatric speech-language pathologist working with children from birth through college. My practice specializes in working with children who are deaf or hard of hearing in both auditory verbal as well as total communication approaches. Finding the individualized path to improved communication to make every student successful is my passion. Through this focus on auditory development and auditory support strategies, my approach is beneficial not only to students with hearing loss but also to all students presenting with speech sound disorders and language delays/disorders. The balance of exciting activities and a child-directed approach as well as a a lifetime of experience in child development and behavioral modification allows me to create an environment where all of the child's needs can be supported to allow for success. I take pride in integrating the needs of the whole child, including their family support and educational environment in order to foster success and generalization across their entire day.
Fun Fact: When I am not spending my time working with my students, you can find me enjoying my backyard with my puppy, Beau, or enjoying a myriad of activities with my family!
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Michelle Rodriguez
CCC-SLP/TSSLD
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Ashley Machovec
TOD
I am a passionate Teacher of The Deaf and Hard of Hearing with 7 years of experience. I work with students of all ages ranging from Early Intervention up through high school. I specialize in listening and spoken language development and am an IMSE Orton Gillingham trained Reading Interventionist. I love that my job challenges me and provides endless opportunities to learn and grow professionally. I believe in a play-based approach to therapy and take pride in building close relationships with my students and their families. Having the opportunity to watch my kids learn, grow, and achieve their full potential is a true gift!
Fun Fact: I was a competitive gymnast growing up!
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Bridget Rice
CCC-SLP/TSSLD
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Chantelle Pineda
COTA
My name is Chantelle and I have been a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for 5+ years. I am currently completing my Master's degree at Iona University to further enrich my knowledge and skills. My journey in occupational therapy began with a genuine love for engaging with children and helping them learn through play. I have a special interest in sensory integration and using movement-based activities to help children focus. I also believe helping children improve their handwriting is important and have some experience running fine motor centers in classrooms. I'm enthusiastic about combining my professional expertise with a touch of fun, ensuring that each child I work with finds joy and success in their occupational therapy journey.Outside of the clinic and classroom, I enjoy playing tennis, hiking, and trying new restaurants.
Fun Fact: 'Colors of the Wind' is my go-to song on karaoke nights.
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Gina Schmansky
COTA
I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with more than five years of dedicated experience working in the field. My passion lies within working with individuals of all ages, especially with children where I prioritize constant communication and collaboration with families and caregivers. Seeing progress and the accomplishments of my kiddos will forever fuel my commitment and passion in this field.
Fun fact: I am graduating with my Masters in Occupational Therapy from Iona University in January 2024, I am a true dog lover and love to participate in any outdoor activity with my two pups!
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Julia Shtipler
CCC-SLP/TSSLD
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Amber Urban
OTR/L
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Katie Austin
TOD
I am a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing working with children of all ages. I enjoy working with children by supporting them and helping them reach their goals. I am passionate about helping kids develop confidence through self-advocacy and building close relationships with my students and families. My goal is to make my sessions fun and enjoyable so kids will want to continue to make strides toward their goals.
Fun fact: I enjoy gardening!
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Teresa Rizzo
TOD
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Laura Donato
OTR/L
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Catherine Manning
OTR/L
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Gabriella Colaiacovo
CCC-SLP/ TSSLD
I am a devoted speech-language pathologist who has always had an immense passion for helping and caring for others. I have a wide range of experience working with students in grades PreK-12. My current niche is working with preschool and elementary school-aged children. I strive to support my students in reaching their speech and language goals while providing them with an enriching and positive learning environment. I strongly believe that communication with other school professionals and collaborating with the child’s family is significant for the optimization and carryover of skills. I aim to work together with all team members to advocate and help my students grow and attain their full potential. My goal is to foster communication through a fun and enjoyable learning style, bringing smiles to my students’ faces. When I am not providing therapy, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, playing/watching sports, taking walks on the beach, and cooking/baking.
Fun Fact: I love to travel
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Maggie McKee
OTR/L
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Rachel Meadows
CF-SLP/ TSSLD
I chose the field of speech-language pathology because of the large impact that speech and language have on a person's everyday life. It's how we express ourselves, make meaningful connections with others, learn new things, and so much more. Being a part of someone's journey on that path is so fulfilling. I love working with children and being able to provide language opportunities, naturally. In my spare time, I love hanging out with my mini-me, catching a movie, or trying a new restaurant.
Fun fact: I have an identical twin sister!
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Danielle Tagliaferro
COTA
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Regina Soares dos Santos
CF-SLP/ TSSLD
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Jillian Schulman
CCC-SLP/ TSSLD
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Hanna Martin
OTR/L
I'm a pediatric occupational therapist working with children of all ages. I decided to pursue OT because I have a childlike spirit and a passion for play-based therapy. My main priority is to create an environment that's safe and filled with fun, all while helping your children build up the skills they need to conquer their daily adventures. I have an interest in sensory integration and am all about figuring out how your little ones process and integrate their senses. In my spare time, I enjoy going on walks, hanging with family and friends, and finding new coffee shops where I can enjoy reading a good book.
Fun Fact: I love playing board games.
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Patricia Marcus
PT
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Ethan Moyer
Physical Therapist
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Alyssa Spampinato
CCC-SLP/ TSSLD
I always knew I wanted a career that would allow me to make an impact in someone's life whether that meant helping my client say their first word for the first time, helping them be able to find their voice, or helping a parent find the right resources or teach them how to enhance their child’s language skills at outside of the therapy room. I could give you 100 reasons why I love being an SLP, but to keep it short: no two clients are the same! I love being able to work with diverse clients with diverse needs, especially in a world that is far from black and white. I love spending time with my family and friends during my spare time. I'm an avid gym goer.
Fun Fact: I love chasing sunsets -
Alexis Grosso
CCC-SLP/ TSSLD
Being an SLP is my dream job and always has been! In speech-language pathology, I am able to make a difference in the lives of every student I work with by improving their speech, language, and communication skills, whether big or small. There is no greater feeling than to watch an individual work hard and reach milestones! In my free time, I love spending time with my family and friends.
Fun fact: I have a twin sister!
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Brianna Wagner
CCC-SLP/TSSLD
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Tatiana Pizzuti
CCC-SLP/ TSSLD
I have 5 years of experience working as a speech-language pathologist treating children of all ages. I have a passion for helping preschool and elementary school-aged children meet their speech and language goals. I enjoy tailoring speech and language therapy sessions to meet the needs of each child while making it fun and enjoyable. Collaborating with families and other professionals is important to me in order to maximize carryover of learned skills between therapy sessions and across settings. When I am not providing therapy, I love traveling to new places, taking my dog on adventures, and spending time with family and friends.
Fun Fact: I lived in Florida for the past 6 years
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Melissa Carozza
OTR/L
I chose occupational therapy because I love the holistic and meaningful approach to it. You look at a person as a whole and consider what's truly important to them and get to use their interests as motivation as well as the goal. I enjoy working in pediatrics because every child is so unique and each session is so individualized. I take pride in creating a safe and fun environment for them to grow, and I love to see them gain skills and build confidence in their abilities. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, baking, and reading a good book outside.
Fun fact: I was born on the 4th of July and I get to spend every birthday watching fireworks
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Jessica Gallagher
CCC-SLP/ TSSLD
I'm a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist with a heart for helping children. Originally from New York, I spent 7 transformative years in Florida, where I completed my education and clinical fellowship. My experience includes working with children who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as those with expressive and receptive language delays. I've spent the past year at a charter school, guiding students aged 6-17. I am passionate about play-based therapy and enjoy tailoring sessions to a child's lead, ensuring they find therapy engaging and enjoyable. I firmly believe in the vital role parents play in their child's development and actively involve them in the therapy process. My goal is to make a profound impact on the lives of these little ones, helping them conquer communication challenges and unlock their full potential! I am also PROMPT trained. When I'm not at work, you'll find me exploring new places, reading a good book, staying active, and spending time with family and friends.
Fun fact: I am also a dance teacher 💃🏻 -
Hannah Spivey
CCC-SLP/TSSLD
I chose to become a speech-language pathologist because I am passionate about helping others and specifically enjoy working with children. My aim is to create a safe and supportive therapy environment that allows students to grow to their full potential. Effective communication is essential for social and academic success; my goal is helping students build those skills. I was born and raised in Tennessee and now live in the Bronx. I enjoy playing tennis, singing karaoke, and attending Yankee games!
Fun fact: I have an orange tabby cat named Junior! -
Alessia Dolgetta
OTR/L
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Lauren Barrett
COTA
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Daina Dalaguerre-Guarino
COTA