Mia attended West Virginia University where she earned her undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Child Development and Family Studies. She then obtained her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Pittsburgh. She is passionate about helping individuals improve their communication and confidence through evidence-based, compassionate care!

Mia graduated Summa Cum Laude from West Virginia University where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Child Development and Family Studies. Mia went on to obtain her Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Pittsburgh.

While attending the University of Pittsburgh, Mia participated in a wide range of clinical experiences. Her training included rotations at the Veterans Affairs Hospital, UPMC, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, and public schools, allowing her to work with diverse populations across the lifespan. I developed strong skills in evaluating and treating a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and creating individualized, evidence-based treatment plans. These experiences have prepared her to provide compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting individuals in achieving meaningful communication outcomes.

Mia wishes for her patients to not only progress in the therapy room, but also gain confidence and independence to create meaningful connections in their everyday lives. By partnering closely with families and creating a supportive, engaging environment, Mia strives to make each child feel seen, encouraged, and capable. Watching children grow, communicate, and succeed is what inspires her work and reinforces her commitment to making a lasting difference in their outcomes.

When Mia is not at work, you can find her taking trips to visit her family in Pittsburgh, hanging out with her cat, or at the beach with friends!

More About Mia…

What is your favorite food?

• My favorite food is any kind of pasta!

What is my favorite holiday and why?

• My favorite holiday is Christmas because I love having my family together creating meaningful memories.

What is a cool hobby of yours?

• One hobby of mine is pilates, I love to try every kind of pilates and new studios!

Favorite Halloween costume you wore as a child?

• My favorite halloween costume was definitely a witch, I loved the big hat and green face paint!

What did you want to be “when you grow up”?

• My answer to this question was always a ballerina, as I grew up dancing.

Why did you become a therapist?

• I wanted to become a therapist because I wanted to mesh a health profession with an education profession and create a meaningful contribution to people’s lives.

What’s the funniest thing one of your clients has said in a session?

• The funniest thing that happens to me in sessions is when I am the one being corrected by a client, there is so much to be learned from our clients!

What is one surprising/cool fact about you?

• One fact about me is that I grew up in Pittsburgh, PA and just recently moved down to Florida (no i am not missing the snow).

What pets do you have?

• I have one tuxedo cat named Walter who I have had since college.

What is your favorite movie?

• My favorite movie is Wedding Crashers!

What is your favorite song?

• My favorite song is 24k magic by Bruno Mars, it always puts me in the best mood!

What is your favorite book?

• My favorite book is anything by Frieda McFadden, I love thrillers!