Greetings from Shimra!

Hi! I'm Shimra, known to some of my clients as “Shimmy”, I am a passionate speech pathologist dedicated to enhancing lives through evidence-based practice and personalized care.

My journey in speech pathology began at Yeshiva University, where I pursued a major in speech and audiology. Fueled by a desire to make a meaningful difference, I furthered my education at Iona College, earning a master's degree in speech therapy in 2017. Since then, I've embarked on a diverse professional journey, gaining invaluable experience across various settings including early intervention, nursing homes, and public schools.

Credentials:

• Certification of Clinical Competence from American Speech and Hearing Association (CCC-SLP) since 2017

• Teletherapist since 2019

• Licensures in Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New York, and Ohio

• Schools certifications in Illinois (PEL) and New York (TSSLD)

• Bachelor's degree in Speech and Audiology from Yeshiva University (2015)

• Master's degree in Speech Therapy from Iona College (2017)

• Extensive in-person and virtual experience across diverse settings including:

  • Early intervention programs

  • Nursing homes

  • Public schools

• Specialization in evidence-based neuroaffirming practice and personalized care

• Expertise in telepractice and virtual education

• Supervisory experience in guiding speech graduate students, particularly in telehealth

• Dedication to continuous learning and professional growth

• Commitment to making a meaningful difference in clients' lives

I am currently based in Evanston, IL where I live with my husband Jonathan and my daughter Nessa.