Danielle Leprine
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Credentials
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How to start your own Telepractice
NORTHERN SPEECH SERVICES, INC.Apr, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Communication Choice and Agency: Thinking Beyond Spoken Language for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Mar, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Integrating AAC in School Settings
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Feb, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Innovations for Tele-practice Success in a School Setting
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Jan, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Managing Dysphagia in Individuals with Dementia
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Dec, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2)
Cronin AssessmentOct, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Improving Outcomes for Students with Severe Disabilities
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Oct, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Hiding in Plain Sight: Ensuring Proper Diagnosis of Autistic Girls
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Aug, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Instructional Strategies for Students with ASD
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Aug, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Supervising SLPAs: Let the Collaboration Begin!
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Aug, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
MBSImP Training: Modified Barium Swallowing Impairment Profile
NORTHERN SPEECH SERVICES, INC.Jul, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
Experience
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Sigma Health Rehab
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Speech Language Pathologist
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Aug 2023 - Present
-Specialize in working with dysphagia patients to ensure safe eating and drinking -Provide communication therapy for individuals with aphasia, helping them regain language skills -Developed cognitive communication strategies to support residents' cognitive function and communication abilities -Implement tailored interventions for residents with dementia to enhance their quality of life and communication. -Conduct thorough evaluations to assess residents' speech, language, and swallowing abilities. -Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans and ensure holistic resident well-being. -Offer individualized treatment plans to address residents' specific needs and goals. -Train caregivers and staff in communication techniques and strategies for better resident interactions. -Continuously monitor and adjust treatment plans based on residents' progress and changing needs. -Play an active role in fostering a supportive and enriching environment for residents and their families. Show less
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The Stepping Stones Group, LLC
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Speech-Language Pathologist
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Feb 2023 - Aug 2023
-Provide teletherapy services to a diverse population of elementary-aged students targeting articulation, phonological processing, fluency, social communication, childhood apraxia of speech, and expressive/receptive language disorders-Provide screening and thorough evaluations to determine eligibility for speech and language services -Collaborate with teachers, occupational therapists, psychologists, and other service providers to provide the best quality of care -Attend and lead IEP meetings to address speech and language concerns, and their impact on academic development-Collaborate with parents to ensure generalization of skills Show less
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Speech-Language Pathologist
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Aug 2020 - Feb 2023
- On-site Speech-Language Pathologist for elementary-aged students (K-5)- Provided services to students with autism spectrum disorder, articulation, and voice disorders- Provided services to students with complex medical needs - Supervised our Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant - Conducted screenings and evaluations to determine eligibility for speech and language services- Utilized Proloquo2go communication devices and Augmentative Alternative Communication for minimally and non-verbal students -Educated teachers and other services providers on AAC and the utilization of devices in the classroom - Collaborated with teachers, occupational therapists, psychologists, audiologists, and other service providers to provide the best quality of care- Attended and led IEP meetings to address educational concerns regarding speech and language- Collaborated with parents to ensure generalization of skills Show less
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Center for Communication Disorders
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United States
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Speech-Language Pathologist Graduate Student
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Aug 2018 - Aug 2020
-Utilized tools to assess laryngeal functioning for voice disorders -Utilized tools to assess laryngeal and pharyngeal functioning for swallowing disorders -Adept at utilizing: Stroboscopy, Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing, Modified Barium Swallowing Impairment -Utilized the Computerized Speech Lab and CAPE-V for acoustic and perceptual analysis of voice -Utilized tools to assess laryngeal functioning for voice disorders -Utilized tools to assess laryngeal and pharyngeal functioning for swallowing disorders -Adept at utilizing: Stroboscopy, Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing, Modified Barium Swallowing Impairment -Utilized the Computerized Speech Lab and CAPE-V for acoustic and perceptual analysis of voice
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CORAL DESERT REHABILITATION
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Speech-Language Pathologist Graduate Student
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Jan 2020 - Apr 2020
-Provided screening, evaluation, and treatment for adult to geriatric patients with communication and swallowing disorders -Completed bedside swallow evaluations, provided dysphagia therapy for rehabilitating swallowing functions with the use of compensatory strategies, exercises, and change in diet consistencies -Analyzed modified barium swallow studies and clinical swallow evaluations to determine best plan of care -Collaborated and consulted with physical and occupational therapists, doctors, and nurses to achieve functional outcomes -Screened, assessed, and treated patients with cognitive-communication, language, speech and voice disorders -Designed and executed individualized treatment plans for medically complex disorders, including dementia, dysarthria, stroke, traumatic brain injury, head and neck cancer, aphasia, patients with craniotomies, and malnourishment -Attended in-service meetings -Presented best practices to the facility on how to assist residents with communication disorders -Formulated and implemented cognitive stimulation group therapy programs -Counseled patients, family, and caregivers by educating them on communication and swallowing disorders, providing support, and skills that enable them to become advocates -Adept at utilizing the Rehab Optima computerized system and Point Click Care Show less
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Ashford Assisted Living and Memory Care
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United States
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Medical Practices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Speech-Language Pathologist Graduate Student
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Dec 2018 - Apr 2019
-Provided services to geriatric patients with cognitive-communication disorders (e.g., memory loss, attention deficits, executive functioning deficits, problem solving skills, orientation, and language impairments) -Administered comprehensive assessments of their cognitive-communication abilities utilizing the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) -Developed individualized treatment plans to improve their cognitive-communication skills -Collaborated with other services providers and family members to provide best quality of care Show less
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Ridgefield Aquatic Club
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head Development and Senior Swim Coach
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2014 - 2018
- Led the 12 & under Development and Olympic Way squads - Led the 13 & over Senior squad - Assumed all responsibility for communication with parents and caregivers - Assumed all responsibility for the staff working under my direction - Developed a seasonal training plan - Assumed all responsibility for meet entries - Led the 12 & under Development and Olympic Way squads - Led the 13 & over Senior squad - Assumed all responsibility for communication with parents and caregivers - Assumed all responsibility for the staff working under my direction - Developed a seasonal training plan - Assumed all responsibility for meet entries
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Swimming Director/Head Counselor
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2010 - 2012
-Head counselor and swimming director at a summer camp from June-August (2010, 2011, 2012) -Organized and implemented the swimming program for the entire camp, overseeing all aspects of swimming instruction, safety, and equipment -Tested the swimming skills of the campers and assigned them to appropriate skill levels -Led overnight excursions for campers -Demonstrated strong leadership skills, working effectively with other counselors and staff members to create a positive and supportive camp environment -Provided overall leadership and direction to the cabin's counselors and campers -Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the cabin, ensuring that all activities were safe, age-appropriate, and fun Show less
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Education
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2017 - 2018
Sacred Heart University
Speech-Language Pathology Prerequisite Series, 4.0 GPA -
2018 - 2020
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Masters of Science, Speech-Language Pathology with a Medical Emphasis -
2009 - 2013
Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Sociology and Anthropology
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