Meet the Team!
Our therapy team at Sweet Talkers brings together years of combined experience in pediatric speech and occupational therapy. Our dedicated therapists have worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient clinics, hospitals, schools, ABA centers, preschools, teletherapy, and private practices, gaining valuable expertise along the way. We are passionate about providing personalized care and implementing evidence-based treatment techniques to address the unique needs of each child we work with. At Sweet Talkers, we consider it a privilege to support our patients and their families on their journey towards improved communication, motor skills, independence, and overall well-being.
Christina
Lead Therapist
Speech-Language Pathologist
Christina has experience treating children and adolescents in both school and private practice settings. Our patients fall in love with Christina's kind and patient demeanor, and the love and compassion she has for children is evident in everything she does.
Christina's specialties include early intervention, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Gestalt Language Processing, AAC, speech sound disorders, language disorders, and social communication disorders.
Rachel
Occupational Therapist
Rachel has experience in the clinic, ABA, home, daycare, and outpatient rehab settings. She has been trained in the Astronaut Program and the SOS approach to Feeding therapy. She provides expert support for kiddos who are always on the move! Our patients love Rachel's sweet demeanor, and her calming approach to therapy.
Some of Rachel's specialties include Feeding Therapy, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Auditory-Vestibular-Visual system integration, and fine and gross motor delays.
Nichole C
Speech-Language Pathologist
Nichole has over seven years of experience in pediatric, school, rehabilitation, and teletherapy settings.
Nichole’s collaborative, play-based approach to therapy helps children feel seen, heard, and supported. Families appreciate her warm, compassionate demeanor and her ability to create individualized, engaging therapy sessions that motivate patients while building confidence and functional communication skills.
Nichole’s areas of expertise include AAC, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Language-Based Learning Differences, Executive Functioning, Social-Emotional Communication, and Cognitive-Communication Disorders. Her specialized training and experience include AAC systems, Modified Barium Swallow Studies, voice endoscopy support, and working with bilingual and multilingual families.
Caroline
Occupational Therapist
Caroline has clinical experience in a variety of pediatric and medical settings, including outpatient clinics, hospitals, and community programs.
Families love Caroline for her kind, patient, and compassionate nature, as well as her natural ability to connect with children. She creates a warm, supportive therapy environment where each child feels seen, understood, and encouraged to work toward their goals.
Caroline’s areas of expertise include early developmental delays, sensory processing needs, stroke rehabilitation, and functional skill-building. She is passionate about tailoring therapy to each child’s unique strengths while supporting confidence and independence.
Maria Enriquez
Office Manager
Maria is the beautiful, smiling face that greets you when you walk into our clinic. She is in charge of everything from scheduling to billing. Maria has years of experience in the pediatric clinic setting, and she knows what it takes to keep things running smoothly!
Our patients love Maria because she is kind, organized, knowledgeable, efficient, and just a positive, happy person all around!
Bridget
Speech-Language Pathologist
Bridget specializes in working with young children and loves being in the private practice setting because it is where she feels she is able to make the most difference in the lives of her patients and their families. Bridget has the biggest heart, and her kindness and compassion are evident in her therapy.
Some of Bridget's specialties include Feeding Therapy, Autism Spectrum Disorder, AAC, Gestalt Language Processing, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, oral motor delays, and language delays.
Christie
Speech-Language Pathologist
Christie has over 20 years experience serving the pediatric population in outpatient and private practice settings. Before she came to Sweet Talkers, she was the Lead Speech Pathologist at UCLA Medical Center in the Outpatient Rehabilitation department. Christie's clients love her because of the creative ways she makes learning fun! She has a skillful way of incorporating therapy into creative play and exciting activities so therapy doesn't feel like therapy at all!
Some of Christie's specialties include Autism Spectrum Disorders, Phonological Disorders, Executive Functioning, Language Disorders, and Early Intervention. She is specially trained in PROMPT, Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cuing (DTT), and Natural Language Acquisition for Gestalt Language Processing.
Lauren
Occupational Therapist
Lauren has gained clinical experience in a variety of settings, including outpatient pediatrics, acute care hospitals, mental health programs, and skilled nursing facilities. Families love Lauren for her kind nature, as well as the structure and clarity she brings to each therapy session. Her sessions are well-planned and carefully tailored to each child’s goals, creating a supportive environment where children feel confident, motivated, and set up for success.
Lauren’s areas of expertise include fine motor development, sensory processing, self-regulation, reflex integration, and activities of daily living (ADLs). She is passionate about delivering purposeful, engaging therapy that supports meaningful progress for every child.
Kevin
Speech-Language Pathologist
Sensory Haircuts
Kevin has experience treating children in a variety of settings including early intervention, school-based therapy, and outpatient clinics. He brings a creative, play-based approach to therapy and is known for incorporating music, movement, and sensory strategies into his sessions.
Families love Kevin for his fun, joyful energy and the meaningful connections he builds with every child. He is widely known as “The Singing SLP” on Instagram and is especially beloved for offering Sensory Haircuts—creating safe, empowering experiences for children with sensory sensitivities.
Kevin’s specialties include speech sound disorders, apraxia, receptive and expressive language delays, AAC, and sensory integration. He is passionate about making therapy fun, functional, and accessible for every child.
Karen
Patient Care Coordinator
Karen is an essential part of our Duluth clinic and plays a key role in keeping the administrative and insurance process running smoothly. She works closely with our billing team and insurance providers to secure authorizations, supports patient intake, and assists with daily coordination to ensure services begin without delay.
With strong experience in patient coordination, Karen knows how important it is to handle every detail with care.
Our families and staff love Karen because she is organized, reliable, thorough, and an excellent communicator. Her behind-the-scenes work helps everything flow seamlessly so our therapists can focus on what matters most—caring for children.
Angie
Speech-Language Pathologist
Angie loves working with kiddos in the private practice setting. She has a youthful spirit and brings so much energy and love to her sessions! Our patients adore Angie's positive, energetic personality, and her creative ways of making therapy fun!
Some of Angie's specialties include Autism Spectrum Disorder, Gestalt Language Processing, Articulation/Phonology, Receptive/Expressive Language Disorders, and Fluency Disorders.
Nicole K
Speech-Language Pathologist
Myofunctional Therapist
Nicole has over 13 years experience as a Speech Pathologist in the rehabilitation, school, and private practice settings. Nicole's passion and enthusiasm for her work, combined with her warm and compassionate demeanor, make her a favorite among our patients. She has a unique talent for creating a comfortable environment while inspiring and motivating patients to achieve their fullest potential.
Nicole's areas of expertise include Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, AAC, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Feeding and Swallowing Disorders, Articulation, Executive Functioning, and Motor Speech Disorders. Nicole's specialized training includes PROMPT, TOTS: Tethered Oral Tissues, Beckman Oral Motor, Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, and Talktools Feeding First.
Chrystal
Occupational Therapist
Chrystal has extensive experience providing occupational therapy across the lifespan, with a strong focus on pediatric outpatient and skilled nursing settings. Her diverse clinical background allows her to thoughtfully support children with complex needs through compassionate, structured care.
Families love Chrystal for her calm, nurturing presence and her ability to help children feel safe and supported, even during challenging moments. She is especially skilled in supporting self-regulation and provides steady guidance that helps children build confidence and independence.
Chrystal’s areas of expertise include sensory regulation, emotional self-management, and feeding therapy. She is passionate about helping children fully participate in meaningful daily activities through creative, personalized, and supportive therapy.
Brenda
Patient Care Coordinator
Brenda is the friendly, welcoming voice that greets families when they call Sweet Talkers and a warm presence at the clinic. She manages everything from scheduling and intake paperwork to coordinating communication with providers, helping ensure each child’s therapy journey starts smoothly. With a background in healthcare administration, Brenda knows what it takes to keep things organized and running efficiently behind the scenes.
Our families love Brenda because she is compassionate, professional, detail-oriented, and always happy to help. She brings kindness, clarity, and a calm, supportive presence to every interaction.