Corie Viscomi, owner of The Speech Studio, is passionate about helping children of all ages and abilities achieve their communicative potential. She believes in a whole child approach, and takes pride in collaborating with a child's family, teachers, and other professionals to provide therapy that is both functional and fun. Her enthusiasm is constantly renewed by seeing the positive changes and confidence that result from a child's improved communication skills.
Corie graduated with honors from Binghamton University, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development. She then earned her Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Corie holds a certificate of clinical competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA), the national association for speech-language pathologists. She is also licensed by New York State and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Before opening The Speech Studio, Corie worked with children for over ten years across a variety of educational and therapeutic settings. This comprehensive background allowed her to gain experience evaluating and treating a broad range of clients. Since then, she has developed a specific interest in early intervention, executive function, literacy, and receptive and expressive language delays, all areas in which she has received advanced training. Corie is trained and certified in the Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Approach for reading and early literacy and Hanen's It Takes Two to Talk® Program for young children with language delays. She recently earned ASHA's Award for Continuing Education for a third time, a formal recognition for speech pathologists who have demonstrated a commitment to lifelong learning. Corie integrates her specialized training into every therapy session to create an individualized, developmentally appropriate program for each child.
Alissa Augustensen graduated from West Chester University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. She majored in Communication Sciences and Disorders and minored in Spanish. Alissa went on to earn a Master of Arts degree at Iona University in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Alissa has experience working with children from toddlers to teenagers in a variety of settings such as homes, daycares, schools, and private practices. Her areas of interest include language disorders, articulation disorders, early intervention, and social communication.
Patty Litzen earned a Master of Science in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University. A local mother of two, Patty went back to school after volunteering with The Yellow Finch Project, a Westchester-based theatre group for children with special needs.
Patty's clinical experience includes working with children with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability within a residential school setting, and evaluating and treating a variety of speech and language concerns at a clinic in the Bronx. Her areas of experience include language disorders, social cognition, fluency, and writing. Patty strives to provide her clients with the most up to date practices, and recently completed the Early Start Denver Model Introductory Course to better serve her young clients with autism.
Alyssa Wall graduated from the University of Connecticut, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. She majored in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences and minored in Cognitive Science. Alyssa went on to earn a Master of Science degree at SUNY New Paltz in Communication Disorders.
Alyssa has experience working with children from toddlers to teens in a variety of settings including private practice, homes, daycares, and schools. Her areas of interest include language disorders, articulation disorders, and phonological disorders.
Sofia earned a Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology from Hofstra University. She holds her Bachelor of Arts from Hofstra University as well, where she majored in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences and double-minored in Psychology and Disability Studies.
Sofia has experience working with children of a variety of ages, ranging from 18 months to 21 years. She has gained clinical experience in the areas of articulation disorders, receptive/expressive language disorders, and feeding disorders. She is passionate about providing functional, evidence-based therapy to improve communicative abilities.
Magdalini Villani earned a Bachelor of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Lehman College and a Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology from St. John's University. She subsequently pursued her love of literacy with a second Master of Education in Literacy Studies from Lehman College.
Magdalini's clinical experience includes working with children from preschool through highschool with a variety of diagnoses. Her specific area of interest lies in working with children who are complex communicators. She has vast experience supporting children with autism and also enjoys working with children who utilize assistive technology, an area in which she holds an advanced certificate.
Alyssa received a Master of Arts degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Hofstra University in Long Island, New York. She was enrolled in a Dual Degree Program and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hofstra as well, majoring in Speech-Language Hearing Sciences and double minoring in Cognitive Science and Music.
Alyssa has experience working with individuals across the lifespan, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Through her clinical practicums, Alyssa worked with clients facing a range of communication challenges, including receptive and expressive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, aphasia, apraxia of speech, autism, and swallowing difficulties. She is passionate about continually expanding her knowledge across different areas of speech pathology to be a well-rounded clinician, and providing evidence-based, individualized care tailored to each client and their families. Alyssa also hopes to combine her love for music into her therapy to enhance her therapeutic practice and offer functional, effective communication strategies for her clients.
Dina is an organized and detail-oriented office administrator who brings a wealth of experience from her background in small business. With a strong focus on efficiency and a knack for interpersonal connections, Dina ensures the office runs smoothly. As a "therapy mom" herself, Dina understands the importance of your child's sessions and is committed to providing a supportive and welcoming environment for families. She knows firsthand how valuable these services are and works hard to make sure everything is in place to help each child succeed.
When she's not keeping the office organized, Dina enjoys spending time with her husband, their two young boys, and their two senior dogs. She can often be found supporting community events and attending local activities with her family.