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Meet the Staff
Marissa A. Barrera, MS, MPhil, TSHH, MSCS, CCC-SLP
 Ms. Barrera is the owner of New York Neurogenic Speech-Language Pathology, P.C. She is a licensed speech-language pathologist (NY/NJ) and Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist (MSCS) with extensive training in the evaluation and treatment of individuals with neurologic conditions. Ms. Barrera primarily works with individuals with Multiple Sclerosis, however, actively treats patients with Parkinson's Disease, Aphasia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Dementia, Primary Progressive Aphasia, Alzheimer's Disease, Spinal Cord Injury, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Huntington's Disease, Myasthenia Gravis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). She also certified in the delivery of LSVT LOUD® and VitalStim®.
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| Ms. Barrera has previously worked in a variety of settings including, acute care (hospital), outpatient rehabilitation, home care and private practice. She has several publications in peer reviewed journals in addition to giving invited lectures at local, state, national and international conferences (See Press). Ms. Barrera is an adjunct lecturer at CUNY, Lehman College and Hunter College's graduate programs for Speech-Pathology where she teaches Acquired Motor Speech & Swallowing Disorders and Adult Neurogenic Communication Disorders. In 2008, she became a NY state representative for the National Aphasia Association (NAA). In addition, Ms. Barrera sits of the Clinical Advisory Council (CAC) for the NYC chapter of the National MS Society and is the recipient of the 2010 MS Rehabilitation Fellowship. |
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While studying to become a speech-language pathologist, Ms. Barrera worked at the Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University conducting occupational health and safety research. Ms. Barrera is a graduate of Columbia University and is currently working towards her PhD in Neurolinguistics (language science). She is active member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and the New York State Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She is also a supporter for the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers, the National Parkinson Foundation, the New York City Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the National Aphasia Association. Ms. Barrera's strong background in research along with specialized clinical training allows her to provide her patients with the highest quality of clinical care.
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Tatiaana L. Laine, MA, TSLD, CCC-SLP
Tatiaana L. Laine, MA, TSLD, CCC-SLP is the Director of Pediatric Services at New York Neurogenic Speech-Language Pathology, P.C. She is a New York State licensed speech-language pathologist and holds a New York State Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) certificate. Ms. Laine specializes in pediatrics, particularly those with medically fragile diagnoses and neurological impairments such as Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. She has worked in several school districts and many school settings within those districts, including Autism, Multiply Disabled, Emotionally Disturbed, General Education, Learning Disabled, Specific Learning Impairment, and Hearing Impaired populations, from 6 months of age to adulthood.
She earned her BS from The University of New Hampshire, majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders, with minors in Psychology and Sociology. She earned her MA from The College of New Jersey, and is currently pursuing her PhD at the CUNY Graduate Center. She is bilingual, with Finnish having been her first language. Additionally, Ms. Laine has also been writing book reviews for The Brooklyn Rail and several other publications since 2008.
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Tamara Levenson, MS, TSSLD, CF-SLP
Ms. Levenson is a speech-language pathologist with experience working with both pediatric and adult populations. She is a graduate of New York University’s Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders (Master of Science) and holds a New York State Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) certificate. Ms. Levenson has clinical experience working with clients of all ages in both school settings and in private practice. In the recent past, she has provided both treatment and evaluation of pediatric speech and language disorders, including expressive-receptive delays, language processing difficulties, articulation/phonological disorders and social-pragmatic deficits (including Autism Spectrum Disorders). Her experience with adult clients includes working with individuals who have suffered strokes, sustained Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and dementia.
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Melissa Goldstein, MS, TSLD, CCC-SLP
Ms. Goldstein is a speech-language pathologist who has experience working with both the pediatric and adult population. She is a graduate of Hunter College's Department of Communication Sciences (Master of Science) and holds a New York State Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) certificate. In the recent past, Ms. Goldstein has worked in clinical settings including public schools, preschools, outpatient rehabilitation, and adult private practice. Her pediatric experience includes evaluating and treating children with articulation, language and phonological disorders. She is a LSVT LOUD® certified therapist and actively treats adults with Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Aphasia. |
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Michaela Medved, MA, TSSLD, CF-SLP
Ms. Medved is proud to be a member of the New York Neurogenic Speech-Language Pathology family. She has extensive clinical experience working with both the adult and pediatric populations. Ms. Medved, a native and fluent Russian speaker, earned her BA in Psychology from Binghamton University, completed her MA in Speech-Language Pathology at CUNY, Lehman College, and holds a New York State Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) certificate. Prior to becoming a speech-language pathologist she worked in the field of physical therapy. As a LSVT LOUD® certified therapist, Ms. Medved has provided individualized voice treatment sessions as well as a variety of group therapy programs. She has additional experience providing elective accent reduction therapy and participated in an intensive program focused on providing treatment to individuals who stutter.
Pediatric experience for Ms. Medved includes administering treatment to children with expressive/receptive language disorders and pragmatic deficits, specifically children classified as having an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). With over 250 hours of specialized training specific to neurorehabilitation, her clinical experience with adults include individuals with aphasia, Parkinson’s disease, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and dementia. As a huge proponent of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) paired with speech/language therapy for individuals with dysphagia, Ms. Medved’s services always focus on improving the health and quality of life of her patients!
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Diane Brown, MA, CCC-SLP
Ms. Brown is a New York State licensed speech-language pathologist with a special interest in working with neurogenic communication disorders that affect the adult population. She is a LSVT LOUD® certified therapist with experience administering the treatment via Skype as well as in the one-to-one setting. Ms. Brown has experience working with adult clients who have suffered strokes, sustained Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), as well as individuals with Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and developmental disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Asperger's Syndrome. Ms. Brown enjoys the balance of working with children as well as adults, and has experience with a wide range of communication disorders in children, including phonology and articulation, learning disabilities, and cognitive disorders. Ms. Brown earned her MA from the Speech, Language, and Hearing Science Department at CUNY Lehman College.
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Diana Zavala MA, MS, TSSLD, Bilingual CF-SLP
Diana Zavala MA, MS, TSSLD, Bilingual CF-SLP, is a New York State licensed bilingual (English/Spanish) speech-language pathologist. She is a graduate of Hunter College's Department of Communication Sciences (Master of Science) and holds a New York State Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TSSLD) certificate. Ms. Zavala's special interests include working with children and families in the areas of Autism, motor-speech and feeding/swallowing disorders. She has experience working with pediatric clients with expressive-receptive language delays, reading and writing difficulties, auditory processing, and social-pragmatic deficits. Her experience with adult clients includes working with individuals who have suffered strokes, sustained Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and dementia. Ms. Zavala regularly attends conferences on the topic of Autism and is a supporter of Autism Speaks.
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Mahnaz Farhadi, MS, TSSLD, CF-SLP, Multilingual
Ms. Mahnaz Farhadi is a trilingual speech-language pathologist. In addition to speaking English, Ms. Farhadi is fluent in Persian (her first language) and conversationally proficient in Spanish. She is a graduate of New York University’s Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders (Master of Science) and holds a New York State Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) certificate. Ms. Farhadi has clinical experience working with both adult and pediatric patient populations in a variety of settings including public schools, outpatient rehabilitation centers and private practice. Her pediatric experience includes evaluating and treating children with articulation, language and phonological disorders, as well as children with neurological disorders including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual disabilities. Ms. Farhai is also passionate about evaluating and treating adults who have suffered strokes, sustained traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and individuals with Parkinson's disease, Multiple Sclerosis and dementia. Ms. Farhadi's knowledge, enthusiasm and interpersonal skills allow her to provide personalized care while establishing meaningful relationships with her patients.
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