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MEET YOUR THERAPISTS

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TRICIA STONE-SHUMAKER, MA, CCC-SLP CAS CERT B.B.M.,
Ayer’s Sensory Integration Certified, Lactation Consulting

Speech Language Pathologist - Owner

Tricia was raised in a military family, and moved throughout the United States during her childhood. She officially set root in Central California. Tricia owns a private practice that services the tri-county area of the Central Valley (Kings, Tulare, and Fresno Counties).

 

Tricia received her Bachelor’s degree as well as her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders and Deaf Studies from Fresno State. Tricia has experience working with all ages, infants through geriatric years. Her focus remains on the pediatric population, primarily working with early intervention, orofacial myofunctional disorders, and autism populations. Tricia’s clinical experience includes providing services in the home, clinic, preschool, and medical settings.

Tricia has evaluated and treated patients of various ages and delays associated with the following: feeding disorders, speech/language delay, autism, various genetic disorders, traumatic brain injury, stroke, Parkinson’s, voice, childhood apraxia of speech, Down syndrome, cleft lip/palate.

She is licensed to practice speech language pathology in the state of California, and has her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language Hearing Association.​

Tricia has two sons in college. Both of her sons grew up attending speech therapy in a variety of settings. Orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) is near and dear to her heart because her son had a severe tongue thrust, which led her to the speech language pathology profession. If you’re looking for kindness and compassion, Tricia is the therapist to manage your speech therapy needs. She has the combined perspective of a parent and therapist when it comes to speech therapy and orofacial myofunctional disorders.

Trainings/Certifications/Awards:

  • Hanen Certified - It Takes Two to Talk® - (Early Intervention)

  • Hanen Certified - More Than Words® - (Autism)

  • Understanding the Orofacial Complex with Kristie Gatto
    4-Day Comprehensive Pre-Certification Training Course
    2020

  • Infant Frenectomy Protocol Training

  • ASHA ACE (Two-Time Award for Continuing Education) award recipient

  • Board Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) - IBCCES

  • Member: AAPPSPA - American Academy of Private Practice in Speech Pathology and Audiology

  • Member: American Laser Study Club

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Peyton Sitterding, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathologist

Education:
Ball State University 
Muncie IN
2017
Master of Arts in Speech Language Pathology 

Professional Focus:
Myofunctional therapy, lactation counseling, and early intervention

Personal Interest:
Spending time with family, Outdoor adventures, and reading  

Ashley Blomquist, MA, CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathologist

🎓 Education: Master of Arts in Communicative Disorders and Deaf Studies emphasis in Speech Language Pathology. California State University, Fresno 2018.

📜 Professional focus: examples— early intervention, articulation

🏊 Personal interests: crafting, traveling, spending quality time with family and friends. 

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Jeanne Stoddard, MA, CCC-SLP

Education: Master Degree with Distinction - Communicative Disorders - Speech Pathology 1985

Member:  ASHA since 1985

Licensed by State of California since 1985

Experience in the following areas:

Private Practice -20 years (+ 4 years at ACCESS)

Early Intervention -25 years   

Public School Special Services/Communication -10 years

Professional Focus:

Articulation Disorders

Language Disorders

Early Intervention

Infant/Preschool Language Development

Autistic spectrum Disorder

Hobbies:Travel, Gardening, Cooking, Grandchildren

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Heather Kleinhans, BS-SLPA, Doula, Lactation Specialist,
Education: Graduated from Arizona State University with her Bachelor of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Science in 2010 and completed her Lactation Education with Arizona State University Academy of Lactation Programs in 2023.
Professional Focus: Heather has advanced training and professional focus in the areas of lactation, feeding therapy and myofunctional therapy.
Personal Interest: In addition to spending time with her family and being involved in music, Heather also enjoys supporting new parents, NICU parents and parents with children who struggle with feeding difficulties, sleep and airway efficiency and tethered oral tissues/oral ties.

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Clarissa Uribe, MA, CCC-SLP
🎓 Education:
Mater of Arts with Distinction, Communicative Disorders - Speech-Language Pathology Option, California State University, Fresno, 2014

📜 Professional focus: early intervention, articulation, phonology, language, pragmatics, and AAC 

🏊 Personal interests: going to the beach, going on cruises, trying new things, and spending quality time with family, friends and my pets 

Juliana Verdugo, MA, CF-SLP

Education:  Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology, California State University, Fresno, Class of 2024

Professional Focus: Bilingual/Spanish, Early Intervention, and Articulation disorders

Personal Interests: Traveling, Cooking, Taking my dog on dates 

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Sarena Foreman, BA, SLPA - SLP Grad Student

Education: Bachelor of Science Communication Sciences and Disorders, Sacramento State 2019. 

Unsure if you want this one but almost done! Masters of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of South Carolina, 2025

Focus: Early Intervention, AAC, articulation, social communication disorders 

Personal interests: I love to read, craft, play with my cat Milo, and travel :)

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Clarissa Lopez, BA, SLPA
Education: Fresno State University, BA in Communicative Science Disorders-Speech Language Pathology-Graduated 2021
Loma Linda University- Speech Language Pathology Assistant- 2022
Maryville University, MS in Speech Language Pathology- Current

Professional Focus: Early Intervention, Myofunctional Therapy, Childhood Apraxia of Speech & Feeding 

Personal Interests: I really enjoy spending time with my family, yoga, finding a good book, and taking my dog for a walk! 

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Karina Guadian, BA, SLPA

Education: California State University, Fresno: Bachelor’s in Communicative Disorders, Graduated 2017

· Loma Linda University: Speech Language Pathology Assistant Program, Completed 2021

Professional Focus: Articulation Therapy, Language Development, Phonology Awareness, Early Intervention Strategies, Behavior Management.

Personal Focus: During my spare time, I enjoy diving into the latest novels or binge-watching compelling series, which helps me relax and unwind after a busy week. I also find joy in playing board games, as they bring friends and family together for fun and laughter. Additionally, I enjoy attending local events and festivals, where I can socialize and discover new interests in my community.

Support Staff

 Kaila 

Professional goals: Dental Hygienist 

Personal Interests: Working out, reading, and hiking 

Faby

Professional goals: I’m currently a Junior at Fresno State University majoring in communicative disorders/speech pathology. I aspire to get my masters in speech pathology and eventually pursue a career within this field. 
Personal interests: My personal interests include working out/going to the gym, Pilates, and cooking/baking. 

Mia

​Professional goals: physical therapist
Personal interests: reading, traveling, and shopping with friends

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