Melissa Poghossian, M.A., CCC-SLP is the Lead Speech Therapist at Theracare Pediatrics, a pediatric speech language pathologist supervisor and evaluator throughout Maricopa County, AZ. Her primary strengths involve evaluating/treating those with a variety of communication disorders, working closely with families, collaborating with other professionals and supervising speech language pathologists who are new to the field. A Speech-Language Pathologist for the last 20 years, with primary strengths involving comprehensive evaluation of those with a variety of communication disorders. An excellent collaborator and very knowledgeable regarding the many facets of this diverse field. https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissapoghossian/
Having worked in hospitals, acute rehabilitation facilities, provided home based services and worked in schools throughout her career. She has supervised two American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Clinical Fellows and mentored six State Licensed Speech Language Pathology Assistants (SPLA). Very aware of the state and federal guidelines associated with the rights of those with disabilities. Also enjoys collaborating with families and other professionals to ensure the best possible overall programming. She has owned and directed her own practice in Ohio and Arizona. She enjoys working with children and young adults.
Awards/Presentations/Distinctions: STEPS: Serving The Exceptional Student Population Services, Inc. July 2016 Presenter: Educationally Based Speech and Language Services Leader on the Prowl Award Recipient: Copper King Elementary March 2016 Pendergast Elementary School District Special Board Meeting January 2016 - Presenter: Featuring PALS Inclusion and Supports
University of Cincinnati, 1998 M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology Thesis: Teachers’ Responses to a Survey Regarding Interactions with Children Who Stutter in the Classroom • Speech-Language Pathology Transition Grant Recipient • University Graduate School Scholarship Recipient • Presenter at the Ohio Speech Language Hearing Convention Indiana State University, 1996 B.A. in Communication Disorders • Cum laude • Graduate of the University Honors Program
In Melissa's free time she loves to spend time with her 15 year old daughter and nephews. Melissa grew up in the northeast with her parents, younger brother and sister and remains is very close to all of them. An avid sports fan who enjoys watching all New England teams play. She loves to travel, primarily to visit friends and family.
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Specialty, Math, Special Education, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, School Psychology, Social Emotional Learning