M.S., CCC-SLP, Speech Pathologist
Concordia University Portland: B.A. Biology
Pacific University: M.S. Speech-Language Pathology
ASHA and Oregon Board Certified. SOS (Sequential-Oral-Sensory) Approach to Feeding, and PROMPT (Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Targets.
Keesha has specialty training in treating and assessing sensory feeding along with notable experience in cognitive-communication deficits/executive functioning challenges, selective mutism, autism spectrum disorder, social communication and articulation.
Keesha is originally from Union, Oregon, and has been with Parkwood since 2023. She enjoys working with both the children and adult populations. During graduate school, she completed clinical placements at Beaver Acres Elementary Independent Skills Center, implementing AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) to support functional communication and Maryville Skilled Nursing Facility, assessing and treating adults with cognitive-communication deficits, aphasia and dysphagia.
Outside of work, Keesha enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, playing/watching basketball, and walking her dog, Blue.
Parkwood Clinic is a pediatric private practice that provides individualized, evidence-based, and family-centered speech and language services.
Selective mutism (SM) can feel challenging for children and their families, but with patience, understanding, and thoughtful strategies, you can create a supportive environment to help your child grow in confidence.
With a little creativity and some playful strategies, you can turn mealtime into an exciting opportunity for kids to explore flavors, textures, and experiences.
Help kids with language disorders summarize by: previewing, chunking text, using visuals, paraphrasing, and practicing. Summarizing boosts comprehension and confidence.