CLINIC OWNER, SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST & Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist
Michele founded the clinic in 2013. She is a Washington State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, a nationally registered member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Michele has experience working with children and adults in various settings, to include skilled nursing, schools, early intervention and private practice.
Michele believes in incorporating a variety of therapy techniques and evidence based practices into each session. She enjoys collaborating with other professionals in the community to best serve her clients. She has extensive knowledge of school-based and military related services. She is always happy to assist families with questions regarding access to care in the schools or on base.
Michele holds a Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences & Disorders, with minors in Deaf Studies & Special Education, from the University of North Dakota. Michele is recognized as a "Natural Language Acquisition Practitioner".
Michele is a 2022 "ASHA ACE Award" recipient. This is the formal recognition of professionals who have demonstrated their commitment to lifelong learning by participating in a number of continuing education courses. She has extended training in the following:
Michele's interests and specialties include: American Sign Language, Apraxia of Speech, Early Language Learners & Non/Pre Verbal Children, Feeding Therapy and Down Syndrome. Michele also enjoys teaching and mentoring future Speech-Language Pathologists. She has experience supervising and mentoring several clinical fellows, masters level interns and Speech-Language Pathology Assistants.
Michele's favorite part about working at MMG is the relationships she forms with the families.
"The services here are personalized to each family. It is rewarding to see the progress and impact that our services make in the lives of the children and their families. We have created a strong group of professionals that are dedicated and knowledgeable. Each team member assists with making MMG a place I am proud to work at."
Rachel is MMG's Office Manager. She has been a valuable member of the team sinc ethe summer of 2020. Her duties include answering the phones, directing messages to the appropriate persons, scheduling, greeting clients and managing the day to day operations in the clinic. Rachel ensures that everything runs smoothly and most efficiently for our families and providers.
Rachel graduated from the University of Washington, with her bachelors degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Criminal Justice.
Rachel's favorite part of working at MMG is the relationships, especially with the kids. She absolutely loves being able to interact with the kids as they come in every week. Rachel also loves that she has been able to first hand see the progress that the kids are making.
AUTHORIZATION COORDINATOR
Sierra is MMG's Authorization Coordinator. She can answer all of your questions regarding authorizations, referrals, insurance and payments due.
Sierra has experience working in medical reception and administration for an ENT clinic.
Her duties at MMG include: authorizations, referrals, billing, payments and as
AUTHORIZATION COORDINATOR
Sierra is MMG's Authorization Coordinator. She can answer all of your questions regarding authorizations, referrals, insurance and payments due.
Sierra has experience working in medical reception and administration for an ENT clinic.
Her duties at MMG include: authorizations, referrals, billing, payments and assisting with managing the day to day operations in the clinic.
Sierra's favorite part of working at MMG is working with the families. She finds satisfaction in assisting family's in efficiently obtaining authorizations and reimbursement. Sierra is excited to be part of the team!
BILLING COORDINATOR
Andrea is MMG's Billing Coordinator. She can answer all of your questions regarding insurance and payments due.
Andrea has formal training and holds a certificate as a Medical Assistant, from Pima Medical Institute. She also attended Concorde Career Institute where she obtained a certificate in Medical Billing & Coding
BILLING COORDINATOR
Andrea is MMG's Billing Coordinator. She can answer all of your questions regarding insurance and payments due.
Andrea has formal training and holds a certificate as a Medical Assistant, from Pima Medical Institute. She also attended Concorde Career Institute where she obtained a certificate in Medical Billing & Coding.
Andrea has experience working a a Certified Medical Assistant, Lead Front Office Assistant, Patient Coordinator, Billing Admin and Receptionist.
Her duties at MMG include: billing insurance, collection of payments and assisting with clerical duties.
BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER
Dave is MMG's Business Operations Manager.
Dave holds a bachelors degree in Occupational Safety & Health. He served in the US Air Force for 20 years, before becoming a full- time employee of MMG.
His primary duties are: maintaining our building, to include the indoor and outdoor areas and equipment. He also part
BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER
Dave is MMG's Business Operations Manager.
Dave holds a bachelors degree in Occupational Safety & Health. He served in the US Air Force for 20 years, before becoming a full- time employee of MMG.
His primary duties are: maintaining our building, to include the indoor and outdoor areas and equipment. He also participates in meetings for safety & clinic and program improvements. Dave is involved in the maintenance and compliance related aspects of running a business.
Lead Speech-Language Pathologist
Claire is a Washington State licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Claire received a Masters of Medical Speech-Language Pathology and a Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of
Lead Speech-Language Pathologist
Claire is a Washington State licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Claire received a Masters of Medical Speech-Language Pathology and a Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of Washington. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Santa Clara University.
Claire has experience working in private practice setting, with children. During her experience she has gained skills with pediatric assessment of oral motor skills, speech, language, pragmatics, "picky eaters", feeding/swallowing, cognition, fluency and voice.
Claire has obtained professional development in the following areas: Pediatric Feeding Disorders, Myofunctional, Oral Motor, and Speech Sound Development, Social Communication and Neurodiversity and Sound Therapy.
Her continuing education courses include: PROMPT Training, "SOS" Approach to Feeding (trained therapist),
Functional Assessment & Remediation of Tethered Oral Tissue, Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention, Feed the Peds, Strengths Based Approach to Autism and Behavior, The LPT Approach to Autism [Learn, Play, Thrive] , and Foundational Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) Training & Certification.
"My favorite thing about working at MMG is being able to collaborate with an amazing team of providers and look at each treatment session using a whole-child approach to best support our kids and their families."
Speech-Language Pathologist
Jehna is a Washington State licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Jehna has been working in the field 14+ years. Jehna received a Master of Science in Communication Sciences & Disorders / Speech-Language Path
Speech-Language Pathologist
Jehna is a Washington State licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Jehna has been working in the field 14+ years. Jehna received a Master of Science in Communication Sciences & Disorders / Speech-Language Pathology from Missouri State University, in 2010. She received a Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology from Lehman College and an AAS in Early Childhood Development from Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Jehna has a wide range of experiences in a variety of settings, to include private private, teletherapy services and schools. Jehna is a "PROMPT Level I" and "SOS Feeding" trained therapist. She has also received continuing education in "DIR Floortime".
Jehna is a 2023 "ASHA ACE Award" recipient. This is the formal recognition of professionals who have demonstrated their commitment to lifelong learning by participating in a number of continuing education courses.
Speech-Language Pathologist & Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist
Rachael is a Washington State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Rachael received a Bachelor of Arts in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences from Temple University. Sh
Speech-Language Pathologist & Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist
Rachael is a Washington State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Rachael received a Bachelor of Arts in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences from Temple University. She then received a Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology, from the University of South Dakota.
Rachael has gained experience through her fieldwork working with children in the school setting and with adults in a rehab setting.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Anna is a Washington State licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Anna has been a part of the MMG team for several years. She was initially a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant and receptionist. She then acquired
Speech-Language Pathologist
Anna is a Washington State licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Anna has been a part of the MMG team for several years. She was initially a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant and receptionist. She then acquired her masters degree from the University of Oregon. Anna then began working as a masters level Speech-Language Pathologist at MMG.
Anna also has experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum as a registered RBT before she was a Speech Assistant. Anna's areas of clinical interest include: early intervention, bilingual language development and voice therapy.
Anna is a 2024 "ASHA ACE Award" recipient. This is the formal recognition of professionals who have demonstrated their commitment to lifelong learning by participating in a number of continuing education courses.
Anna's favorite part of working at MMG is building a connection with families and getting to see how much clients progress over their time here.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Manon is a Washington State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
Manon received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Disorders from Northern Arizona University. She then received a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Nova Southeastern University.
Manon has experience working as both a Speech-La
Speech-Language Pathologist
Manon is a Washington State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
Manon received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Disorders from Northern Arizona University. She then received a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Nova Southeastern University.
Manon has experience working as both a Speech-Language Pathologist and Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant in elementary schools,working with kindergarten to 8th grade students. Through these experiences she worked in both general education and self-contained environments. She has gained knowledge working with children whose needs required AAC devices, articulation therapy, and comprehension and social emotional support. Manon also has experience working with children as an english, reading, and math tutor in the public schools, a peer mentor and a summer camp counselor from the YMCA.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Mollie is a Washington State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Mollie received a Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Science from the University of Washington. She then received a Master of Arts inSpeech-Language Path
Speech-Language Pathologist
Mollie is a Washington State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. She is also a certified member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Mollie received a Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Science from the University of Washington. She then received a Master of Arts inSpeech-Language Pathology from the University of Colorado.
Mollie has experience working in the school setting, in both Washington and Colorado.
Lead Occupational Therapist & Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist
Lauren is a Washington State licensed and certified Occupational Therapist and a member of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Lauren is also a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
Lauren graduated with a Bachelor of Sci
Lead Occupational Therapist & Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist
Lauren is a Washington State licensed and certified Occupational Therapist and a member of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Lauren is also a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
Lauren graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, from the University of Puget Sound in 2009.
She has experience working in outpatient pediatrics, inpatient rehabilitation and schools. She has been a part of the MMG team since 2015.
Lauren enjoys working at MMG due to the deep connections she forms with no only her clients but their families. Lauren loves being a part of the team!
Occupational Therapist
Heidi is a Washington State licensed Occupational Therapist. She is also a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
Heidi graduated with a Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from the University of Mary, and a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Montana State University.
Heidi has gain
Occupational Therapist
Heidi is a Washington State licensed Occupational Therapist. She is also a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
Heidi graduated with a Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from the University of Mary, and a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Montana State University.
Heidi has gained experience through her fieldwork with hand therapy, back to work conditioning, adult group home settings for adults with developmental delays and cognitive deficits, outpatient pediatrics, and schools.
Claire has obtained professional development in the following areas: The Greenspan Floortime Approach & Oppositional, Defiant & Disruptive Children and Adolescents: Non-medication Approaches to the Most Challenging Behaviors. She also has a strong interest for dance. She was a dance teacher for children age 3-18.
Heidi is a passionate OT who enjoys working with individuals of all ages to maximize independence and improve quality of life.
Occupational Therapist
Josie graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, from Washington State University and a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, from the University of Puget Sound.
She has gained experience through her fieldwork with pediatrics in schools and with adults in the hospital and outpatient settings.
Her clinical in
Occupational Therapist
Josie graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, from Washington State University and a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, from the University of Puget Sound.
She has gained experience through her fieldwork with pediatrics in schools and with adults in the hospital and outpatient settings.
Her clinical interests include: feeding therapy, D.I.R/Floortime, and sensory integration. She is passionate about working with children and believes in fostering a therapeutic environment that is safe, welcoming, and collaborative.
Josie enjoys working at MMG due to the opportunities to engage in client-centered practice, develop meaningful relationships with clients and their families, and work with the interdisciplinary team.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
April is a Washington State licensed and certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. April has been a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association,
since 2008.
April has also been a member of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, since 2011.
April has skills throug
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
April is a Washington State licensed and certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. April has been a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association,
since 2008.
April has also been a member of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, since 2011.
April has skills through related coursework and experience with: myofascial release, fall prevention, modalities, kinesio taping for functional movement, trigger point in motion, Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) for functional movement, orthopedic assessment and treatment of should, wrist, forearm and hand.
April has experience working in skilled nursing, rehab, hospitals, the pediatric outpatient setting, and a school for blind and/or deaf individuals.
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