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Interested in joining our dynamic team? We are always looking for highly motivated, skilled clinicians to bring their love of pediatric therapy to our offices! To see our openings, click here.
Mariana Marchitto received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences and Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in Early Childhood Development from the University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT and her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT. During her graduate studies she gained extensive experience working with a diverse caseload through pediatric outpatient rehabilitation facilities, specialty learning centers, public schools, university clinics, and telehealth experiences. She has worked with children with language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and feeding deficits. She also has had experiences working with children with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, cleft lip and palate, and velopharyngeal dysfunction.
Mariana is particularly passionate about working with infants and children ages birth to five and values the importance of building strong relationships with her clients and their families. She strives to implement an individualized, holistic approach to therapy that involves families and caregivers in treatment to provide support and carry-over into their homes and everyday lives.
A few of Mariana’s additional trainings and certifications include:
Lively Letters + Sight Words You Can See
PROMPTS for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (Level I)
How to Identify and Treat the Sensory Component of Pediatric Feeding Difficulties
Building a Treatment Plan for Feeding Success: Tools for Your Toolbox
Adventures in Early Intervention: Navigating Goals, Strategies, and Families
Responsive Opportunity to Responsive Guidance in Pediatric Feeding Therapy: Considerations for a Responsive Use of Tools in Therapy
How Breastfeeding “Ties” Into Feeding Therapy
Picky Eating in the Preschool Classroom: MD & SLP Team Up to Solve the Problem
Picky Eaters vs Pediatric Feeding Disorders vs Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder: Using a Differential Diagnosis Decision Tree to Guide Intervention
Feed the Peds by Learning to Screen the Peds
Trauma and Feeding: Supporting Families at Mealtimes with a Trauma-Informed Lens
In her free time, Mariana enjoys being outside, hiking and playing games, spending time with her family and friends, and playing with her dogs.
Sarah Aimone received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences and Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT and her Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology at the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, MA. Sarah has clinical experience working in a variety of settings including adult and pediatric outpatient facilities, public schools, and telehealth experiences. She has experience working with children with receptive and expressive language disorders, articulation and phonology disorders, autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, and children who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices.
Sarah is passionate about supporting her clients in communicating and expressing themselves through the most functional method that meets their individual needs. Sarah believes in the importance of incorporating the family into the therapeutic process to provide holistic care and support carry-over across environments. She is passionate about making therapy functional, personalized, and most importantly fun for her clients.
A few of Sarah’s additional trainings and certifications include:
AEIOU: An Integrated Approach to Pediatric Feeding
Lively Letters + Sight Words You Can See
In her free time, Sarah loves to hike with her dog, cook delicious food, practice yoga, and spend time with her friends and family.
Marina Lajoie received her Bachelor’s dual degree in Cognitive Science and Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences from the University of Connecticut and her Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Connecticut. She has gained clinical experience working in a variety of settings including adult and pediatric outpatient facilities, inpatient hospital settings, public preschool and elementary schools, university clinics, and telehealth platforms.
Marina is excited about working with the pediatric population. She has worked with children of all ages who have articulation and phonological disorders, receptive and expressive language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, acquired brain injuries and pragmatic language deficits. She also has experience working with children who have medical diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy. In addition to clinical experience, Marina has a strong research background where she utilized fMRI, EEG, and eye tracking technologies to analyze the psychological processes of language production and comprehension. Marina also recently participated in the Disney College Program where she was able to make magic for children from all over the world as an employee of the Walt Disney company. Marina strives to implement a multidisciplinary, collaborative approach to intervention that is fun and engaging for her clients and accessible for caregivers.
A few of Marina’s additional trainings include:
Lively Letters + Sight Words You Can See
Diagnosis and Treatment of Childhood Apraxia of Speech using Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC)
The Meaningful Speech Course
Focus on gestalt language processing and the Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) framework
In her free time, Marina enjoys baking, listening to music, spending time with friends and family, and playing with her new puppy, Baci!
Gianna earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communicative Disorders from The University of Alabama. Upon completing the undergraduate program, Gianna worked as a teacher at a preschool. She then began the graduate program at The University of New Haven where she received her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Gianna has experience in multiple settings including private practice, schools, transition clinics, outpatient clinics, and teletherapy. She has worked with children and adults with limitations in articulation and phonology, expressive and receptive language, fluency, voice, feeding and swallowing, cognitive aspects of communication, social aspects of communication, and various communication modalities.
Gianna is very excited to be a part of the More To Say team! She is passionate about providing fundamental communication and feeding skills to the pediatric population, while providing education and support to caregivers. Gianna believes in the importance of using a play-based approach to support children in their growth and development of speech, language, and feeding skills.
Outside of work Gianna enjoys spending time with her friends and family, going to the beach, and traveling.
Johnna received her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts from Western Connecticut State University. During and after her undergraduate education, she taught classes in dancing, acting, singing, and sewing to school-aged children. Additionally, Johnna earned her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Southern Connecticut State University. She has clinical experience in a variety of settings including university clinic, elementary, middle, and high school, adult acute inpatient care, and teletherapy. She has supported individuals of all ages with disorders in language, fluency, articulation/phonology, social aspects, voice, motor-speech,
feeding/swallowing, and cognition. She also has experience working with children with diagnoses of autism, Down syndrome, and velopharyngeal dysfunction.
Johnna is extremely passionate about helping the pediatric population. With her background in the performing arts, she always strives to incorporate fun and creativity into her sessions. By creating the best learning environment possible, Johnna’s goal is to provide the most functional care for her clients and their families that can translate to life outside of therapy.
Outside of work, Johnna loves to spend time with her family and friends, take day trips to cute new coffee shops, and pursue the new hobby of crocheting with her fiance, Jeff!
Hannah Ciccarelli received her Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences from Sacred Heart University, where she minored in Speech Language Pathology and Psychology. She earned her Masters of Speech Pathology at Long Island University, Brooklyn, in December of 2020.
Hannah has been a travel therapist working in a variety of settings from pediatric clinics, adult outpatient facilities, acute hospitals, telehealth, and inpatient rehabilitations. She has worked in Arizona, Washington, Colorado, New Jersey, and now Connecticut where she is here to stay! She was recently a graduate student supervisor for three months in Belize, which continued her passion with working with infants and children ages birth to elementary, with interests in language disorders, articulation, phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, voice disorders, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and cleft-lip/palate.
Hannah is also an adjunct professor at Long Island University, Brooklyn and enjoys watching new members of the field find their passion. She strives to build trusts with her families and clients and takes a person-first, holistic approach.
A few of Hannah’s additional trainings and certifications include:
In her free time, Hannah enjoys being with her dog, drinking A LOT of coffee, and traveling to new towns, cities, and countries.
Meredith Wilson received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN and her Master’s degree in Communicative Disorders from East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN. She has clinical experience in a variety of settings including pediatric and adult outpatient clinics, public schools, university, adult voice clinic, and autism clinics. She has provided therapy for children with autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, fluency disorders, ADHD, expressive and receptive language disorders, social language impairments, Down syndrome, articulation delays, phonological impairments, and childhood apraxia of speech.
Meredith is excited about working with the pediatric population! She has worked with children in a variety of capacities for 17 years including as a preschool teacher, nanny, and special education paraprofessional. She is passionate about meeting children where they are and working alongside parents and families to develop functional therapy goals. Meredith is adept at utilizing evidence-based strategies to integrate speech and language techniques into everyday routines and activities. She strives to treat every child as an individual and to help them reach their full potential through play-based, engaging, and hands-on experiences and activities.
A few of Meredith’s additional trainings and certifications include:
Diagnosis and Treatment of CAS Using Dynamic and Temporal Tactile Cueing (DTTC)
Evidence-Based Tips for Implementing Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Using Dynamic Assessment to Reduce Bias and Identify Learning Potential
Using Video Modeling to Teach Play Skills in Children with Autism
In her spare time Meredith enjoys reading, exercising, being outdoors, and spending time with her husband, children, and two dogs.
Mackenzie earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communicative Disorders from the University of Rhode Island. She then went on to receive her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Southern Connecticut State University. Through her undergraduate and graduate studies, Mackenzie has gained extensive clinical experience in a variety of settings including public schools, preschools, hospital acute care/inpatient rehab units, outpatient clinics, home health care, early intervention, and teletherapy.
Through her experience, she has worked with both the adult and pediatric populations with limitations in articulation and phonology, expressive and receptive language, cognitive-communication, hearing, fluency, voice, feeding and swallowing, and social aspects. She also has had experience working with diagnoses of autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, apraxia, individuals with assistive hearing devices such as cochlear implants, and gestalt language learners.
Mackenzie values the importance of interprofessional collaboration in the clinical setting, as well as providing caregivers with the proper education and support to best enhance their loved one’s growth and development. She is very passionate about working with the pediatric population and is thrilled to be a part of the More to Say team!
In her free time, Mackenzie enjoys going to the beach, reading, traveling, working out, and spending time with her family, friends, and mini Goldendoodle!
Riana Picagli received both her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences with a concentration in Public Health and a minor in Speech-Language Pathology from Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT. During her graduate clinical experiences, Riana worked in a variety of different settings including public schools, adult outpatient clinics, and skilled nursing facilities. Riana has experience working with children with articulation and phonological disorders, receptive and expressive language disorders, fluency disorders, literacy deficits, and autism spectrum disorder.
Riana is excited to grow as a clinician with More to Say! Riana is passionate about honing children’s communicative abilities to be functional and effective. She values the process of understanding the individuality of clients, tailoring treatment to each client’s specific needs, and allowing communication to flourish using an engaging approach to therapy. Riana believes in the incorporation of parent involvement to support successful carryover of client communication skills across various contexts.
In her free time, Riana enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and going to the beach!
Delaney received her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Disorders from Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT. During her graduate studies, she gained clinical experience in various settings including the university clinic, preschool through high school, pediatric outpatient clinic, and teletherapy. She has worked closely with the pediatric population with limitations in receptive and expressive language, articulation and phonology, fluency, literacy, social communication, feeding and swallowing, hearing, and voice. Delaney has experience working with individuals with various diagnoses and needs including autism, Down syndrome, and gestalt language learners.
Delaney is passionate about the pediatric population and prioritizes interprofessional collaboration with clinicians and families. She values the importance of a child-centered play-based approach to support growth. Delaney is excited to be part of the More to Say team and bring positivity and fun into each session.
In her free time, Delaney enjoys being with friends and family, exercising, and going to the beach!
Kate received her Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and Geography at University College Dublin and her Masters of Philosophy in Speech and Language Processing at Trinity College Dublin in Ireland. She completed a Master’s of Medical Science in Clinical Communication Studies and thereafter became a speech therapist at Sheffield University in the UK.
Kate has worked with children with a range of speech, language and communication difficulties in private practices, early intervention programs, schools and public health systems across Singapore, Ireland, and the UK.
Kate loves working with and getting to know children and their families. She is dedicated to helping each child meet their unique communication goals so they can fully participate and have fun at home, at school and at the playground!
A few of Kate’s additional trainings and certifications include:
Lee Silverman Voice Treatment ® LOUD
Kelsey Chacho received her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Bay Path University, East Longmeadow, MA and her Bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion Studies from Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, CT. She has clinical experience in an outpatient pediatric setting, as well as, a community-based adult mental health setting. During her fieldwork placements, she worked with various diagnoses, including but not limited to, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, developmental delay, sensory processing disorder, Down syndrome, Schizophrenia, and Schizoaffective.
Kelsey has worked with the pediatric population for 9 years while attending school. She has experience with children of all ages. She is extremely passionate about building relationships with children and their families. She takes great pride in providing client-centered and innovative interventions to her clients. Kelsey understands the importance of evidence-based practice and being a lifelong learner. She wishes to hold specialty certifications in sensory integration, therapeutic listening, and feeding in the near future. As an occupational therapist, Kelsey works closely with her clients and their families to maximize functional independence in activities of daily living.
Additional trainings and certifications include:
Complex Feeding & Swallowing Problems in Children: Discover the Underlying Causes of Food Refusal for a More Targeted Treatment Plan
Therapeutic Listening: Listening with the Whole Body
Oppositional, Uncooperative, and Aggressive Behavior
Sensory Integration and Telehealth: How do we facilitate from a distance?
Integration of Persistent Reflexes
In her free time, Kelsey enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing soccer, watching movies, and going to the beach.
Danielle Matos received her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina, and her Bachelor’s degree in Allied Health Sciences from University of Connecticut in Storrs, Connecticut. She has clinical experience in school-based and outpatient pediatric settings. She has worked with children with a variety of diagnoses and abilities, including but not limited to, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, developmental delay, Down Syndrome, and sensory processing disorder.
Danielle has experience targeting sensory processing, handwriting, fine motor coordination, visual motor integration, visual perception, motor planning, and self-care/daily routine independence. She has received certification in Learning Without Tears (Handwriting Without Tears K-5) and Interactive Metronome. She is passionate about facilitating independence and helping children thrive in their natural environments. Danielle works closely with families to determine collaborative and dynamic treatment plans for each child.
Additional trainings and certifications include:
Developing and Implementing Effective Sensory Diets for Children and Adolescents
Interactive Metronome
Learning Without Tears (Handwriting Without Tears K-5)
Primitive Reflex, Sensory, and Motor Integration
Therapeutic Listening
Treating Torticollis
In her free time, Danielle enjoys spending time with her family and friends, baking, being outside, and listening to podcasts.
Rebecca Hale received her Master of Occupational Therapy from Bay Path University and during her schooling she fell in love with working in the pediatric setting. She has clinical experience working within a school system for children aged 3-5 years old who were diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and sensory processing disorders. She believes children should learn and experience the world in a naturalistic environment which encourages self-motivation before jumping in and making the activity functional. This helps children learn cause and effect, as well as how to master their environments on their own. With children, it is important to incorporate family/caregivers into each session so they can allow for the transfer of learning within their homes. She believes that having the caregivers involved in the process can allow them to understand what occupational therapists aim to succeed in each session.
Lindsey received both her Masters in Occupational Therapy and Bachelors in Health Sciences with a minor in Sociology from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT. Her clinical experience includes outpatient pediatrics for children with autism spectrum disorder, residential programs for youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and inpatient neurological rehabilitation. Lindsey has always loved working with children and supporting their development, she has previously worked as a direct support professional for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities and as a preschool teacher aide.
Lindsey is passionate about providing fun and creative child-centered therapy to improve each child’s confidence in engaging with and mastering their own environment while also collaborating with families to promote progress towards goals in both the clinic and home & community environments. Lindsey has experience working with children of all ages delivering care in the areas of fine & gross motor coordination, sensory processing, visual motor skills, activities of daily living, and executive functioning. She looks forward to continuing her education and obtaining certifications in specialized areas including feeding and sensory integration to continue to grow as a clinician.
In her free time, Lindsey enjoys spending time with her friends and family, traveling, being active outdoors, and cooking!
Rachel received both her bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of New Hampshire. She has clinical experience in general outpatient rehabilitation, community mental health, and outpatient pediatrics. She has provided care for children with sensory processing disorder, autism, ADHD, anxiety, Down syndrome, and developmental delay.
Rachel is passionate about working with the pediatric population, and has experience working with children of all ages. She believes in using play-based strategies to build upon children’s skills and confidence, allowing them to thrive in their daily lives. Rachel emphasizes the importance of providing client-centered care by building meaningful relationships with each child and their families. She prioritizes continued education to provide the best care possible, and hopes to obtain certifications in sensory processing methods in the near future.
In her free time, Rachel enjoys spending time outside, reading, and being with her friends and family.
Megan earned her Master’s in Occupational Therapy and Bachelor’s in Health Sciences from Quinnipiac University. With a deep-rooted passion for working with children, she began her journey with the pediatric population through babysitting and being a camp counselor for many years.
Her clinical experience spans the school system, camp settings focused on children with neurological conditions, subacute rehab, outpatient pediatrics, and transition programs for young adults. Megan is dedicated to providing child-centered therapy that fosters growth and confidence. She also values collaborating closely with families to support progress in both clinical and home environments.
She is committed to ongoing professional development and aims to further her expertise in areas such as sensory processing. Outside of work, Megan enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, engaging in outdoor activities, and cooking.
Caitlin earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Providence College and achieved her doctorate in occupational therapy at Quinnipiac University. Throughout her graduate clinical experiences and subsequent professional journey, Caitlin has had the opportunity to gather extensive experiences across diverse healthcare settings including inpatient rehabilitation facilities, community-based mental health facilities, and skilled nursing facilities.
Caitlin has specialized in treating a wide range of diagnoses such as stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), anxiety, dementia, neuromuscular disorders, orthopedic injuries, and schizophrenia.
Caitlin is deeply committed to a patient-centered, play-based approach in designing treatment sessions to enhance engagement and focus on what matters most to her clients. Caitlin is passionate about utilizing a strengths-based approach to bolster children’s confidence.
As part of the More to Say team, Caitlin is dedicated to personal and professional growth, striving to infuse every session with joy and positivity. Caitlin takes great pride in fostering genuine connections with children and their families while providing holistic treatments that address their unique needs.
In her free time, Caitlin enjoys traveling, going to the beach, and spending time with her friends, family, and dog, Riley.
Lindsey Heaton received her Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from Western New England University in Springfield, MA and her Bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in biology from Elmira College in Elmira, NY. She has clinical experience working in school-based therapy, as well as community-based mental health. Lindsey has experience working with individuals with various diagnoses, including autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities, ADHD, developmental coordination disorder, and more.
Lindsey has worked with children of all ages within the pediatric population for the past 10 years. She believes in providing client-centered occupational therapy through meaningful activities to children and their families in a naturalistic environment. Lindsey has experience developing handwriting skills, fine motor coordination, sensory processing, and visual perceptual and visual motor skills. She is a lifelong learner and is interested in furthering her knowledge on the role of OT in feeding and hopes to pursue further certifications in sensory processing.
In her free time, Lindsey enjoys spending time with her family and friends, baking, knitting and reading lots of books.
Megan Yates received her Master’s in Occupational Therapy and Bachelor’s in Occupational Science with a minor in aging studies from Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY. She has clinical experience in an outpatient pediatric setting, a neonatal intensive care unit, and a skilled nursing facility. Throughout her fieldwork experiences, Megan has worked with children from birth to 8 years old with varying diagnoses including autism, sensory processing disorder, ADHD, torticollis, cerebral palsy, and more. Megan has always enjoyed working with children and creating opportunities to foster their confidence with previous experience as a dance teacher and camp counselor.
Megan is passionate about utilizing play-based, individualized interventions to help children expand their skills and allow them to have fun while doing so. She believes that family involvement is key in helping children reach their full potential and is committed to building strong relationships with the families she works with. Megan is additionally passionate about health promotion initiatives, helping equip families in the community with educational resources, and opportunities to support pediatric development and overall well being.
Megan looks forward to obtaining further training and certifications in sensory integration and feeding to continue to support the delivery of evidence-based interventions. In her free time, Megan enjoys cooking, skiing, and spending time with friends and family.
Angelina Failla received her Master’s in Occupational Therapy as well as her Bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in Sociology at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT. During her time in graduate school, she gained experience in several pediatric settings, including outpatient clinics and schools. She also completed fieldwork in an adult outpatient setting. She has worked with a wide range of diagnoses common in pediatric populations, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and intellectual disabilities. She has developed treatment interventions for various performance areas, including fine/gross motor, sensory integration, visual-motor, emotional regulation, and daily-living skills.
Angelina is very passionate about pediatric OT because she enjoys the naturalistic and play-based nature of working with children and she greatly values collaboration with families for a holistic, client-centered approach to care. She is also enthusiastic about bringing creativity to treatment activities and helping children to build confidence in their skills through positive experiences as they develop and grow. She is eager to continue her education in treatment areas such as feeding, sensory processing, self-regulation, and reflex integration.
In her free time, Angelina enjoys listening to music, going for walks, spending time with her family, and taking care of her dog, Charlie.
Avery will greet you in the afternoons and on Saturdays at our Oxford office! She is a recent graduate of the University of New Haven where she earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Health Sciences. She is currently enrolled in a masters program for Healthcare Administration.
She has experience working with children as a preschool dance teacher and a summer camp counselor.
In her spare time, Avery enjoys traveling to her family cottage in New Hampshire, spending time on her boat, and being with friends.
Sarah brings a wealth of experience to the More to Say team as an insurance coordinator, having transitioned from a notable 26-year career in office administration within the Real Estate field. Over the span of 16 years, Sarah excelled in a high-performing office generating over a billion dollars in annual revenue. In this capacity, she successfully managed the transactions of a diverse team of 140+ agents. Sarah played a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient execution of each transaction, demonstrating exceptional organization and timeliness, all while adhering to company and legal requirements.
Sarah enjoys working closely with the families at More to Say, assisting them in navigating their insurance benefits to make the process as easy and seamless as possible.
In her free time, Sarah enjoys gardening, reading, traveling, going to the beach and spending time with her husband, dog, and family.
Jessica earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health from Nova Southeastern University. Her passions align with the values of More to Say, as she is dedicated to promoting access to high-quality healthcare and services. In her role as Front Desk Receptionist, she is enthusiastic about supporting families in their communication with the practice and she enjoys greeting families as they walk through the door!
Outside of work, Jessica enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Talia will greet you in the mornings and afternoons in our Branford office! In her role as Front Desk Receptionist, she supports patients and families each day, helping them coordinate getting their children the services they need. Talia has over eight years of experience working with children, teaching them ballet at New Haven Ballet. She is enthusiastic about her role on the More to Say team, where she can continue to work with children and families to help them reach their goals.
Outside of work, Talia enjoys hiking, cooking, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.
Mikayla Taraian is a Front Desk Receptionist at More to Say, where she brings her exceptional organizational skills, friendly demeanor, and strong customer service abilities to create a welcoming and efficient environment for families and staff alike. Known for her people-oriented approach and problem-solving mindset, Mikayla excels in handling multiple tasks while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and service.
Mikayla is currently pursuing a degree in Psychology at National University, where she is deepening her understanding of human behavior and communication. She is passionate about using this knowledge to improve customer interactions and create positive experiences in every setting.
Prior to her role at More to Say, Mikayla worked as a Cable Technician at Powr2. She worked as the department lead, overseeing the wiring department, where she was responsible for managing a team, ensuring quality control, and resolving technical issues. This experience honed her leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, which she now applies to her current position.
In her free time, Mikayla enjoys reading, volunteering, and exploring new opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Michele is one of the amazing Billing Specialists on the More to Say team! With over 25 years of experience in the medical field, she brings much value and knowledge to the billing department. She enjoys using her experience to help families understand their benefits and coverage with their insurance plans. Within her role at More to Say, she specializes in insurance claims and payments.
In her spare time, Michele enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, traveling, and going out to eat!
Olivia holds the position of Community Engagement Coordinator at More to Say. She is a graduate of Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing in 2019. Within her role at More to Say, Olivia shares information about the organization with the public through local events and social media channels, with a primary focus on fostering long-lasting relationships. Her efforts are geared towards showcasing the company’s values in alignment with our overarching mission of empowering all children to live happy, fulfilling lives, promoting their well-being and happiness.
Olivia is known for her positive demeanor and her commitment to making a meaningful impact in every interaction she encounters. Her motivation is firmly rooted in her desire to help others and create positive change. Continuing education and self-improvement are very important to her evident through her avid reading habits, her dedication to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and her willingness to embrace new challenges within the realm of fitness.
As a Billing Specialist at More to Say, Kathryn handles insurance claims and payments. She brings two decades of expertise from her extensive experience in outpatient therapy practices. With a profound understanding of coding and billing procedures, she plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and efficient billing processes for our patients and their families.
In her spare time, Kathryn enjoys spending time with her husband, watching her kids at sporting events, and relaxing outside with family and friends.
With over 15 years of experience in medical settings, Kristen’s career journey is marked by diverse roles that have shaped her expertise. Beginning as a receptionist in an orthopedic office at the age of 16, she progressed to become an executive assistant and administrator in a plastic surgical group. Following these roles, she served as a surgical coordinator and authorization specialist in a pain management office.
Kristen’s passion lies in assisting patients with financial matters and navigating complex insurance issues which she is able to fulfill in her role as Billing Specialist at More to Say. Her enthusiasm for being a part of the More to Say team reflects her dedication to contributing her wealth of experience to the clinic’s mission and fostering positive interactions with the community
In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her dog and family, hike, travel, and go to the beach.
Kaitlyn is the friendly face that will welcome you to our Oxford location Tuesday through Saturday! With a background in education and customer service, Kaitlyn is passionate about supporting the well-being of children and their families. She previously worked as a paraeducator at the middle school level, primarily with seventh graders, honing her skills in communication and care.
As a receptionist at More to Say, Kaitlyn is here to assist you with any questions or needs related to our services, ensuring a seamless and positive experience.
In her free time, Kaitlyn enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with friends and family.