Introducing our new Speech Therapist, Britta Dabley!
Britta, a native of Billings, Montana, has a deep appreciation for her home state. She earned her undergraduate degree in education with a specialization in reading from Montana State University in 2012. Following her graduation, she worked in the public school system as a teacher and a speech therapy aide before earning her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Montana in July 2017.
Since then, Britta has gained extensive experience working with both pediatric and adult populations across various settings. She has earned certifications in the SOS Sensory Feeding Protocol, the Beckman Oral Motor Protocol, LSVT for Parkinson’s, hippotherapy level 1 training and further specialized training in Gestalt Language Processing and Literacy Development.
Britta believes that effective communication is fundamentally rooted in connection. She holds that relationships with others and the world around us are among our most valuable gifts, and that all children deserve access to these connections. With over 26 kids that call her “Aunt”, Britta understands that each child is unique, with their own ways of thinking, learning, and communicating. She is committed to providing individualized treatment tailored to each child’s needs.
Outside of work, Britta enjoys backpacking in the Beartooth mountains with her two dogs, baking, and spending time with her many nieces and nephews.
Pediatric Speech Therapy
Pediatric speech therapy is provided by licensed speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of speech and language disorders in children. The goal is to enhance a child’s ability to express themselves, understand others, and use language effectively in daily life.
Common conditions include:
- Speech Sound Disorders
- Language Disorders
- Social Communication (Pragmatics)
- Fluency Disorders (Stuttering)
- Voice Disorders
- Feeding and Swallowing Issues
Early Identification and Intervention
Pediatric therapists often identify developmental delays or challenges early on, which can lead to early intervention. This is critical because addressing issues at a young age can prevent more significant difficulties later in life. The earlier a child receives therapy, the more likely they are to achieve optimal outcomes.We are always happy to meet with you and discuss your concerns as well as offer information about how therapy could help your child.