Our Therapist
Dana Ann Hawkins, M.S., CCC-SLP, is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for helping individuals of all ages find their voice and thrive in communication. With years of experience in both clinical and educational settings, Dana specializes in speech sound disorders, orofacial myofunctional therapy, and early language development. She is dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care that empowers clients and supports families every step of the way. Dana creates a warm, supportive environment where therapy is not only effective but engaging and enjoyable. Her commitment to lifelong learning and client-centered care is at the heart of everything she does at Star Speech and Myo Therapy.
Common Speech Impairments
What is aphasia?
Aphasia is a language disorder affecting communication skills, resulting in difficulty speaking or understanding speech.
What causes stuttering?
Stuttering can be caused by neurological factors, emotional stress, or developmental delays, impacting fluency and flow of speech.
What is dysarthria?
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder that makes it hard to speak clearly due to weak facial muscles or neurological issues.
What is apraxia?
Apraxia affects the ability to plan and coordinate the movements necessary for speech, leading to inconsistent sounds.
What is voice disorder?
Voice disorders impact pitch, loudness, or quality of the voice, resulting in difficulty being heard or understood.
What is cleft palate?
Cleft palate can cause speech challenges due to physical abnormalities affecting the oral cavity, leading to articulation difficulties.
Speech Disorders
Explore common disorders and their associated speech impairments for better understanding and support.
Contact Us
Reach out for inquiries about speech impairments and disorders.
Speech Impairments
Explore common disorders linked to speech impairments and their descriptions.
Aphasia
A language disorder affecting communication, often resulting from brain injury or stroke.
Dysarthria
A motor speech disorder causing slurred or slow speech due to muscle weakness.
Helping children communicate effectively and confidently.
Get in Touch!
Email: Dana@mystarspeech.com
Phone: 815-931-9595
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