Meet Our Team of Dedicated
PEDIATRIC PROVIDERS
SPEECH - LANGUAGE THERAPY | FEEDING THERAPY | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Speech - Language Therapy
MEET OUR THERAPISTS
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Kristin Weingart
Owner & MS CCC-SLP
Education
Masters of Science - Western Illinois University
Bachelors of Science - Illinois State University
Minor in Children's Studies
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Clinical Interests
Kristin has experience working with children birth - 21 years of age with severe to profound disabilities. She specializes in Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC), Autism, and Language Development and is passionate about using your child's interests and daily routines to help them communicate. Kristin uses Evidence-Based therapy approaches and emphasizes the importance of caregiver involvement to best support the whole child as they learn to communicate. Kristin has decided to expand her team to include multiple disciplines as she believes in supporting the whole child and helping to assist families in receiving the appropriate supports for their children in a timely manner.
Hobbies
Kristin enjoys playing with her pups - Pepper, Jack,& Brie and spending time with her husband and son Oliver. When she's not working she's likely listening to a podcast, reading or organizing. ​
Julia Crouse
MS CCC-SLP
Education
Masters of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.
Bachelors of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology with a Minor in Special Education from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.
Clinical Interests
Julia has experience in various clinical settings including pediatric private practice, daycares, in home services, acute care, and inpatient rehabilitation. Julia has worked with both adults and children, having training and experience with feeding and swallowing. Julia enjoys working with expressive and receptive language disorders, AAC, and dysphagia.
Hobbies
When I am not working, you can find me on the beach, reading a book, playing with my dog, watching football, or working out.
Jenna Whisenant
C-SLP/A
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
minor in American Sign Language at Clemson University.
SLP Leveling Certification from Columbia College.
ASHA SLPA Certification
​Clinical Interests
My clinical interests are in the areas of Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) and expressive/receptive language disorders. I also love working with the babies! Jenna utilizes American Sign Language in her sessions to support her early communicators with their expressive language skills.
Hobbies
My hobbies outside of work are reading, traveling, crafting and spending as much time as I can with my dog Loki.
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Alyssa Rowe
MS CF-SLP
Education
Alyssa obtained her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from East Carolina University and her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Western Carolina University. She graduated from both institutions with Highest Honors.
​Clinical Interests
Alyssa has extensive experience across a variety of clinical settings, including private practice, schools, and university clinics. She has experience working with both children and adults, with specialized interest in expressive and receptive language disorders, early intervention, speech sound disorders, and AAC. Alyssa is committed to a family-centered approach, understanding that effective communication is not only shaped within the clinical environment but also through the involvement of family members and caregivers. Alyssa firmly believes in the importance of fostering long-term, sustainable progress and strives to create an inclusive environment where clients and their families can thrive in achieving their communication goals
Hobbies
When not working, you can find Alyssa reading, walking outdoors, taking hot yoga and pilates classes, relaxing at the pool or beach, and spending quality time with her family.
Occupational Therapy
MEET OUR THERAPISTS
Julie Kosik
Director of OT, MS OTR/L
Education
Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy- Salus University
Bachelors of Science in Health and Exercise Science- Syracuse University
Minor in Psychology
Clinical Interests
Julie has experience working with children in the outpatient and school-based settings, both in person and in the virtual settings. She has experience serving children with a wide variety of diagnoses including autism, Down syndrome, ADHD, and sensory processing needs. Julie is passionate about engaging children through play. She strives to meet children where they are at within a given session, at their individual developmental level, and within their family structure even if it may not look like she is “working” to the outside eye.
Hobbies
Julie enjoys going to the beach, spending time with family, reading, cooking, rooting for Pennsylvania teams— Go Pens, Go State (Penn State), and going to country concerts.​
Victoria Stout
COTA/L
Education
Graduated from Trident Technical College in 2021 as a COTA.
Clinical Interests:
Victoria has worked solely with the pediatric population upon graduation working in various settings such as daycares, home health, and the clinic. Experienced in working with children with various physical and cognitive disabilities. Passionate about working with children and assisting them with progressing in their daily life skills. Enjoys client centered therapy learning each child’s likes and dislikes to promote a fun, learning environment for each child. Eager to learn more about sensory based techniques through continuing education classes. Believes in the importance of parent education and carry over at home for the best possible outcome for each child.
Hobbies
Victoria loves traveling and spending time with her family and her silly dog named Luka. One of her favorite places to travel is to the mountains in the fall. She also enjoys sports, especially women’s basketball and college football! She’s a Gamecock fan for life! Victoria has a passion for working with children as well as helping those in need.​​
Tayler Barry
COTA/L
Education
Graduated from Horry Georgetown Technical College in 2024 as a COTA.
Clinical Interests:
I have experience in various clinical settings during fieldwork including acute care, daycares/public schools, and pediatric outpatient clinic. My clinical interests are in the areas of supporting pediatric feeding and sensory processing disorders through play-based, client-centered interventions that promote independence and joy in daily activities
Hobbies
My hobbies outside of work that I enjoy doing most are walking outdoors with my dog Duke, reading, traveling, and spending time with family.
Charleigh Watson Foor
COTA/L
Education
​Graduated from Horry-Georgetown Technical College in 2024 as a COTA
Clinical Interests:
Charleigh has a passion for working with children and finds joy in seeing their growth and progress. She has experience with a wide range of diagnoses, including autism, ADHD, and Down syndrome, in a pediatric outpatient clinic, as well as additional experience in inpatient rehab with adults. Charleigh especially enjoys helping children develop daily life skills, enhance sensory processing, and strengthen emotional regulation
Hobbies
Charleigh enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, listening to country music, and anything that involves her golden doodle, Cash
Administration
MEET OUR TEAM
Amber Caterina
Pediatric Care Coordinator
Education:
Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology at East Carolina University.
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Interests:
Amber has over 8 years of experience working in outpatient therapy settings, primarily working as a therapy tech. Her favorite groups to work with are pediatric and neurological patients! Working with children has been a theme throughout her life. She has worked babysitting jobs, in a church nursery, as a resort’s kids club director, and currently performs off and on as characters for children’s parties
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Hobbies:
Amber loves exploring with her husband and daughter, they all prefer to be outside! If her orange tabby cat would let her put him on a leash she would take him outside too. She has a wide range of hobbies that include crochet, running, working out, singing and dancing, reading, and caring for plants. She is always looking to grow and learn something new!
Rebekah Wanless
Lead Claims Recovery + Authorization Specialist
Education:
Rebekah graduated from Lakeland University, Magna Cum Laude, and is also a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. She loved puzzles growing up as well as doing volunteer work with children. Accounting in the pediatric field has provided a wonderful space to use her attention to detail. She also has experience as an Accounting Manager for a trucking and storage company. Trucks are fun, kids are more fun!
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Interests:
As a parent to a young child herself, Rebekah is passionate about all of the work Communication Cottage Therapy offers to its young patients.
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Hobbies
Rebekah is also interested in gardening, art, music, reading, going on walks, and going to the park with her husband and daughter.
Family is a big priority to Rebekah, and she strives to help care for your family the way she wants hers cared for.
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Jacq Polhen
Medical Billing Specialist
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Education:
Jacq is a Nursing undergradute and an experienced Medical Billing Specialist with a strong focus on accurate claims processing, coding, and insurance reimbursement. She is known for attention to detail, efficiency and dedication to help healthcare providers navigate billing challenges and streamline financial workflows.​
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Interests:
Jacq finds joy in spending quality time with her daughter, nieces, and nephew. She has a creative eye for mini room makeovers and enjoys turning spaces into something special. In her downtime, she enjoys listening to music, watching movies, and making the most of family moments.
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Ashleigh W. Freeman.
Administrative Assistant
Education
Masters of Science - Francis Marion University
Bachelors of Science - Francis Marion University
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Clinical Interests
AshLeigh main interests include feeding/swallowing, play-based therapy, and expressive/receptive language disorders. Throughout her clinical internships she gained a variety of experience in many settings including private practice, SNF, and with Horry County Schools. She has a passion for maximizing communication and coaching caregivers in their natural routines/environments through Evidence-Based approaches!
Hobbies:
AshLeigh enjoys being at the river with her fiancé and boys, fishing, playing with her two pups, and being with family and friends!​
Join Our Team
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We are actively seeking Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and Occupational Therapists (OTR/L's) to join our growing team.
We believe in collaboration and cannot wait to meet you.
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