Shane James, MS, CCC-SLP

Shane received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, with a minor in Zoology from Weber State University in 1998 and a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Brigham Young University in 2001.

Areas of Interest

Shane’s clinical interests include post-traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, child language acquisition and specific language impairment, articulation, phonology, swallowing, memory, and treatment of neuro-cognitive disorders.

Experience

For more than 20 years, Shane has been working in various health care settings, including hospice, home health, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and hospitals, providing patient care as well as focusing on business development and growth. He also has enjoyed working with children in the school settings on occasion, including a preschool for children with developmental disorders. Shane holds his Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) and is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the State of Utah. He is also a member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA).

Shane spends his free time with his family, enjoying his kids’ success in cycling, soccer, academics, gymnastics, as well as running, cycling, and anything in the out of doors.

Shane James

Diane Nilsson

Diane Nilsson, MS, CCC-SLP

Education

Bachelor of Science in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, Brigham Young University (1999)

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology, Brigham Young University (2001)

Areas of Interest

Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Child Language Disorders, Autism, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Oral Myofunctional Disorders (Tongue Thrust)

Experience

Diane has worked in public and private schools, speech clinics, and private practice. She has training in ABA and Verbal Behavior, and is trained in PROMPT technique and intervention. Diane holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) and is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the state of Utah. She is a member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA).

John Wald, MCD, CCC-SLP

Education

Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Family Relationships, Brigham Young University (1981)
Master of Communicative Disorders, Brigham Young University (1985)

Areas of Interest

Articulation including apraxia, preschool language, and dysfluencies.

Experience

For more than 32 years in public schools, John has worked in a variety of settings including Head Start, and preschool through Jr. High. John holds his Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) and is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the State of Utah. He is also a member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). John enjoys time with his 5 children, 8 grandchildren, his reptile collection, and he’s not too bad at mudding sheetrock!

John Wald

Brittni Bergstrom

Brittni Bergstrom, MS, CCC-SLP

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders, Brigham Young University (2014)

Minor in Visual Arts, Brigham Young University (2014)

Master of Science in Communication Disorders, Brigham Young University (2017)

Areas of Interest:

Neuro-cognitive disorders, aphasia, apraxia of speech, voice rehabilitation.

Experience:

Brittni has worked in public schools, a rehabilitation facility, and a private speech clinic. She is a member of the National Student Speech and Hearing Association (NSSLHA) and is a licensed SLP in the State of Utah. Brittni is excited to be joining the team at Summit Speech Therapy.

Kathleen George, MS, CCC-SLP

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Science, University of Utah (2003)
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology, University of Utah (2005)

Areas of Interest:

Stuttering / Fluency, Early Intervention, language acquisition, articulation and phonology,
aphasia and dementia.

Experience:

Over the years Kathleen has enjoyed working with toddlers through early intervention, and
adults in short-term rehabilitation settings. She also has experience in long-term care settings
and in the Home Health industry. As a child, Kathleen saw first hand how therapy helped her
mother with her own significant voice disorder. This created a deep love for Speech and
Language therapy and for the individuals who work so hard to turn communication
weaknesses into strengths.

Kathleen George

Lindsey Goodman

Lindsey Goodman, MA, CFY-SLP

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, BYU 2019

Bachelor of Science in Communicative Disorders and Deaf Education, USU 2020

Master of Arts in Communicative Disorders and Deaf Education USU 2022

Areas of Interest:

Pediatric language and articulation disorders, aphasia, motor speech disorders, treatment of neuro-cognitive disorders.

Experience:

Lindsey completed externship placements in in-patient rehabilitation, schools and in early intervention, along with her clinical work as a graduate student at USU. She has experience working with ages across the lifespan treating a variety of disorders. She is competing her certificate of clinical competence in SLP (CCC-SLP) and is licensed in the State of Utah to practice Speech Pathology.

Melinda Carter, MA, CCC-SLP

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorder, BYU 2020

Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology, Utah State University 2022

Areas of Interest:

Listening and spoken language development for children with hearing loss. Speech sound disorders, receptive-expressive language disorders, early intervention.

Experience:

Melinda completed an internship in Cache County School District providing services to preschool and elementary aged children. She completed internships at Logan Regional Hospital and Craig H.Nielsen Rehabilitation Hospital, working with adults and geriatrics. Her graduate training also included a special emphasis in listening and spoken language services for children with hearing loss. In her free time, Melinda enjoys hiking, running, reading a good book, watching a musical, or spending time with her family.

Melinda Carter

Lindsay Crane

Lindsay Crane, MS, CFY-SLP

Education:

Lindsay received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Science and Disorders from BYU in 2021. And received her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Utah in 2023.

Areas of Interest:

Lindsay enjoys working with a variety of disorders and ages. Including swallowing, feeding, and treatment of articulation and treatment of people with disabilities.

Experience:

Lindsay provided care at the University of Utah Speech, language and hearing clinic where she treated both the pediatric and adult populations. She completed internships at the Davis Medical Center and with Granite School District. She is a member of the American Speech Language Association and is licensed in the State of Utah to practice Speech-Language Pathology.

Rachel Mederos, MS CFY-SLP

Education:

Rachel received her Bachelors of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Central Florida in 2017. And received her Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Utah in 2023

Areas of Interest:

Rachel is interested in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) fluency, gender-affirming voice & communication change, upper airway disorders, aphasia, post-traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, and treatment of neuron-cognitive disorders.

Experience:

Rachel completed externship placements at the LDS Hospital Voice and Swallowing Center and Near Therapy Services and TOSH along with her clinical work as a graduate student at the University of Utah.She has experience evaluating and treating both children and adults in the areas of voice and upper airway disorders, dysarthria, aphasia, fluency, articulation, receptive/expressive language, neurocognitive disorders and augmentative-alternative communication (AAC) systems. Rachel also has previous experience providing ABA services. She is currently completing her certificate of clinical competence in SLP (CCC-SLP) and is licensed in the State of Utah to practice Speech-Language Pathology.

Rachel Mederos