For over 26 years, I've been honored to work as a speech-language pathologist, guiding children through challenges with speech, language, feeding, fluency and myofunctional disorders.
My philosophy is simple: true progress comes from addressing not only the delay itself but any root causes beneath the surface. That's why I partner with other specialists to provide evidence-based interventions while placing a strong emphasis on parent education and involvement- because when families are equipped and supported, children thrive faster and farther.
Whether we're meeting in the serene, therapeutic environment of my farm in Crossroads, Texas, or connecting virtually through HIPAA-secure telehealth, every session is designed with your child's comfort and success in mind.
Nothing brings me greater fulfillment than journeying alongside families like yours, watching little voices grow stronger and more confident. Let's work together to unlock your child's full communication potential- I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Parent testimonials
"Working with Tanya has been an absolute treasure for our family, and we recommend her wholeheartedly. From the very beginning, she brought clarity, hope, and joy into our son's speech journey. Within just 3 sessions, Tanya noticed things that had gone undetected for nearly a year with our previous speech therapist. She identified a tongue tie, recognized mouth breathing, and helped lead us to the discovery of enlarged tonsils that were severely impacting his breathing and speech. Her attention to detail and depth of knowledge is truly exceptional. Tanya's approach goes far beyond standard speech therapy because she incorporates myofunctional exercises and treats the whole child not just their symptoms. Thanks to her, our son has made incredible progress, and we can finally understand our 3-year-old. Tanya has been a true godsend, and we are beyond grateful for her."
"Working with Tanya has been one of the greatest gifts on our son's journey. The progress he's made in his speech has been beautiful to witness- he's now able to pronounce sounds that felt out of reach due to a mild tongue and lip tie. What sets her apart, is the way she leads with love, patience, and joyful presence. Each session is filled with laughter, games, and encouragement, and our son leaves feeling proud, seen, and celebrated. Tanya communicates with such care, always offering thoughtful updates and simple ways we can continue the work at home. You can feel how much she genuinely loves what she does and how deeply she believes in every child she supports. We are endlessly grateful to have found her. There is truly no one I would trust more to guide him through this tender and important part of his growth."
"We are beyond thrilled with the progress our daughter has made under the care of Tanya. We have witnessed remarkable improvements in her communication skills that have truly transformed our daily interactions with her. Her ability to express her needs and wants has seen a significant leap forward. Where there once were struggles and frustration, there is now clarity and confidence. Tanya has been instrumental in guiding her to express herself more effectively, which has not only boosted her confidence, but also our family's overall happiness. We cannot recommend Tanya highly enough. Her dedication, expertise, and genuine care for her clients' progress have been nothing short of stellar. Our family feels incredibly fortunate to have found such a compassionate and skilled professional to help our daughter find her voice."
Tanya Gerd
Speech-language pathologist