We’ll find the therapist that best suits your child’s needs
We work hard to match your child with the most qualified therapist in your area who can best accommodate your schedule and service needs. We believe the right therapist will bring out the best in your child and connect with your family as a whole.
Meet Your Team
OWNER/FOUNDER
Crystal Smith
MA, CCC-SLP
Crystal Smith is the owner and founder of Moonbug. After graduating from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts in Theater and Speech, Crystal went on to earn her Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology at South Carolina State University. While being a committed and devoted wife and a mother of three, Crystal is extensively involved within the Midlands community. She helps better everyone around her through her leadership at Moonbug, her annual participation as a Lexington Kid’s Day partner, her active partnership with Radius Church, and her involvement in the Lake Murray Young Life Committee.
Crystal best describes her passion and purpose for speech therapy saying, “We were created for community, and community isn’t possible without communication. As SLPs, it’s our job to provide those without a voice a way to communicate. This includes the late talker verbalizing ‘momma’ for the first time or a nonverbal child learning to sign ‘I love you.’ Although this is only a snapshot of what we do as SLPs, it shows the beauty of our profession. I can’t think of anything more important than giving someone the opportunity to be a part of what they were ultimately created for, community.”
PRACTICE MANAGER
Abby Fordree
Abby joined Moonbug in 2017 as our Practice Manager. Abby was born in Columbus, OH before relocating to Columbia. She attended Spartanburg Methodist College and completed her Bachelor’s degree at the College of Charleston in 2010. She and her husband, Ben, have two beautiful daughters, Harper and Bekah. Abby’s favorite part about working at Moonbug is caring for the team that cares for the families of the Midlands so well.
“It’s truly rewarding to assist in providing care and relief for families looking to help further develop their children,” she stated.
When she is not busy taking care of her teammates at Moonbug or her family, Abby is a pianist, guitarist, vocalist and enjoys outdoor activities.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS & ONBOARDING MANAGER
Lacey Ray
MA, LPC
Lacey joined the company to help serve families holistically through the addition of our mental health therapy division. Lacey has years of experience in walking alongside women, adolescents and children in their journey toward healing! She is currently in her supervision candidacy to become an LPC Supervisor. Her primary role is recruiting & onboarding therapists of all disciplines, with a passion for building relationships! She is a resource to Moonbug therapists and families regarding community connections & mental health needs. You will find her attending events and partnering with other community organizations! Lacey holds a master’s degree in professional counseling from Liberty University and an undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston in Arts Management. Before pursuing a career in the mental health field, she lived in Argentina for three years working with college students and young women in ministry.
When she’s not working, Lacey enjoys spending time with her husband, and three children, gardening, and creating new recipes in the kitchen. She was born and raised in Lexington and loves growing deep roots in this beautiful town her family calls home!
REFERRAL SPECIALIST
Holly Seeby
Holly joined Moonbug as an administrative assistant to help connect families to our services and support the team along the way! She has experience in early intervention, teaching, ABA therapy and photography.
Holly was born and raised in Lexington, SC. She attended Winthrop University and received her Bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Science with a specialization in Early Intervention, in 2006. After graduating, she returned to Lexington, where she married her husband Timothy and they started a family. Holly and Timothy have two amazing daughters.
When Holly isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She can often be found traveling, shopping, or on the lake with her family.
“I have a passion for helping children to reach their highest potential and I’m so excited to be a part of a company that loves children and families so well.”
Our Occupational Therapists
Brittany Pinson
MSOT, OTR/L
Brittany Pinson is from Columbia, SC, and received her degree in Occupational Therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina. She loves using her creativity in her sessions and seeing the children she works with progress toward their goals.
Brittany also loves running, cooking/baking, shopping, spending time with friends and family, and watching movies.
Abbey Heldreth
MSOT, OTR/L
Abbey was born and raised in Lexington, SC, received her undergraduate degree from Wofford College and received her Master’s in Science of Occupational Therapy from Lenoir-Rhyne University. She has loved playing with children since she was old enough to babysit! It is her dream to have found a career that allows her to help children and families reach their goals developmentally, physically, and functionally- all through play and social interaction!
When she’s not working, Abbey loves spending time with her siblings and family, cuddling with her two dogs, reading, and baking.
Esther Weathers
BSOT, OTR/L
A native of North Carolina, Esther Weathers received her degree in Occupational Therapy from East Carolina University. She has provided OT services in a variety of pediatric settings for over 20 years, but her primary passion and experience is working with her "littles" (infant/toddlers) and their families. Esther receives great joy in helping children achieve their developmental best while equipping families with the tools and training needed to maintain those successes at home and beyond. She is specialized in developmentally supportive infant positioning, tummy time success, head shape analysis, and visual motor processing.
In addition to OT, Esther is called to be a devoted wife and a mom of 2 sons. She enjoys spending time with her family & friends, going to church, just about anything music, learning photography, and any opportunity to go to the beach.
Melissa Peeples
BSOT, COTA/L, CPRCS
Melissa moved down south from Ohio in 2019 ago to pursue her COTA certification and decided to stay in South Carolina where she has been working in pediatrics ever since. Working with kids is her biggest passion in life, followed closely by working with horses (then maybe caffeine!). She is also a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor and hopes to combine her passion for therapy and for horses one day. Seeing her therapy kiddos accomplish milestones and goals they have is the best feeling in the world and she feels absolutely blessed to be a part of that journey!
When she is not working you can find her at home with her two kids and husband, probably brushing the horses (she has three at home), or driving the tractor.
Isabelle Porter
MSOT, OTR/L
“Izzy” is originally from Alabama and received her masters of occupational therapy from the University of South Alabama. She has always been passionate about pediatrics and has worked with children in various capacities since she was a child herself. She loves using sensory strategies in all of her sessions to help kids reach their full potential! She is currently pursuing pelvic floor therapy training and looks forward to bringing pediatric pelvic floor therapy to Columbia.
When she’s not at work, she loves spending time with her husband, their dog, and their many house plants!
Kennedy Young
ASOT, COTA/L
Kennedy is from a small town in rural West Virginia and she moved to the midlands in 2017 with her daughter. Through her own personal life experiences, she has discovered a passion for pediatric therapy services. She graduated with an occupational therapy degree from Southeastern College. She loves working with kids on emotional regulation, sensory regulation, and adaptation to help them succeed in their own passions for the rest of their lives!
When she is not working, Kennedy can be found outdoors growing in her knowledge of self-sufficient farming practices! She enjoys practicing mindful meditation and on a rainy day, she loves to read fantasy novels.
Kami Insley
MOT, OTR/L
Kami was born and raised in West Michigan. She attended Messiah University in Pennsylvania for both undergrad and graduate school. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in applied health sciences with minors in both Special Education and Disability and Family Wellness, and then she obtained her Master of Occupational Therapy in the summer of 2023.
Her goal as a therapist is to equip children and families with the necessary tools through interactive play and meaningful activities so they can live life to their fullest potential!
When she is not working, she loves to be out in the sun, hang out with friends & family, play pickleball, or sit back & relax while watching a good show!
Courtney Pressley
ASOT, COTA/L
Courtney was born and raised in Stuart, FL, and moved to SC in 2006. After working as a massage therapist for 7 years, she opted to return to school to begin a new career in OT. She received her associates degree for occupational therapy assistant from Greenville Technical college in 2011. The majority of her years in practice have involved working with the pediatric population. She loves working with children of all ages and getting to see them learn new skills while building self-confidence.
She has several fur babies and a very patient hubby! When she’s not working, she enjoys reading, hanging in her hammock, kayaking, and playing video games.
Our Speech and Feeding Therapists
Amy Moss
MS, CCC-SLP
Amy graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health and a minor in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She received her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Western Carolina University.
Amy gained experience working with the pediatric population in the school system, community clinics, and private practices while working toward her degree. Before beginning her journey at Moonbug, Amy worked in the public-school setting. She has experience working with a vast array of pediatric patients targeting articulation and phonological disorders, expressive/receptive language delays, functional communication, social/pragmatic language, fluency disorders, feeding aversions, and augmentative and alternative communication.
In her spare time, Amy enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, her dog, Briggs, family, and friends, reading, going out on Lake Murray, and cheering on the Gamecocks.
Ashley Potter
BA, SLPA
South Carolina native Ashley B. Potter, BA, SLPA, is a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant currently practicing natural environment speech therapy for Moonbug. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from South Carolina State University in Orangeburg, SC, and an Associate’s degree in Commercial Graphics from Midlands Technical College in Columbia, SC. Ashley was an ABA therapist for the South Carolina Autism Project for two years which helped her realize her passion for helping children with special needs. After working in the graphic design field for a year, she decided to pursue a bigger dream of becoming a pediatric speech therapist.
Ashley has been with Moonbug since 2012 serving the Gaston, Swansea, and Pelion areas. She specializes in Pediatrics, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Developmental Delays. Ashley enjoys being a part of each child's individual accomplishments, big or small, and becoming a part of each family she treats. She loves watching kids overcome obstacles and seeing how proud they are of themselves.
Ashley has been married to her best friend Josh for 13 years and their greatest accomplishments are their two boys Easton and Sawyer. Ashley enjoys singing, spending time with family, hunting, fishing, watching her boys be involved in sports and outdoor activities, loving on her toy poodle Ginger, and watching Gamecock Athletics!
Genia Dillon
BA, SLPA
Genia Dillon grew up in the Netherlands. In high school she spent some time living in Ireland and South Carolina. She graduated from Columbia College with a degree in Speech-Language Pathology and is currently in Emerson College’s online graduate program for communication disorders. Within the field of speech therapy, Genia enjoys working on early intervention for language-delayed children and play therapy. She loves the role that she gets to play in the lives of the children she treats, and she has so much fun laughing and playing with kids. One of the many reasons Genia loves working with kids as a speech therapist is that they always keep her on her toes. They are constantly learning and taking in the world, and she enjoys being a part of that with the kids. She also loves building relationships with her patients and their families. She strongly values the family-centered aspect of therapy. It is a joy for her to spend her workdays playing with such sweet little people!
When she is not working, Genia enjoys spending time outside with her husband and two sons, baking new recipes, reading a good book, and thrift store hunting.
Jill Krell
BA, SLPA
Originally from New Springfield, Ohio, Jill received her BA in Speech and Language Pathology from Columbia College. Jill graduated with a specialization in Early Childhood Education. During her professional career, Jill has had the opportunity to work with a variety of disorders from infancy through teenage years across all settings, specifically with Moonbug for over 10 years.
Jill is especially passionate about following a family-centered approach and collaborating with caregivers and other professionals to ensure a successful outcome in therapy. She says “there are uncountable reasons why I love being a speech therapist and parent educator. Mainly it’s being entrusted by a family to be a part of their child’s journey. To be a part in sharing the “first words” with parents from their child brings me such joy. The “first reached” milestones for each individual child is the most important goal for me, no matter how big or small.”
Jill has been happily married to Brandon, a Lexington County Firefighter, for over 20 years and they have two daughters Selena and Sophia.
When not working, Jill enjoys family time, church, and traveling!
Lindsay Resnick
MA, CCC-SLP
Gaffney native Lindsay B. Resnick is a speech-language pathologist with Moonbug. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Columbia College and a Masters in Speech Pathology from the University of South Carolina. Lindsay has been working for the school district since 2007, specifically focusing on the preschool population. Lindsay was lucky enough to have several amazing practicum students through Columbia College to work with at the school district. After graduating she became an SLPA with Moonbug, and she was able to continue mentoring them as a supervisor. “It has been a wonderful experience helping to mentor our SLPA's and watching many of them move on into master's degree programs.”
Her specific areas of interest are phonological and language delays in preschoolers. She loves to help her little ones find their voices.
In her spare time, Lindsay enjoys traveling with her husband and spending time on Lake Murray. They are both avid Carolina fans, so they also enjoy heading to Columbia to watch the Gamecocks play as often as possible.
Rachael Vaughn
MCD, CCC-SLP
Cayce native, Rachael Vaughn, holds a Bachelor of Art in Early Childhood Education and a Master’s in Communication Disorders from the University of South Carolina. After working as a kindergarten teacher, Rachael desired to work in a field that would allow her to work one-on-one with children to help meet their individual goals. In therapy, she enjoys working on early-language learning, articulation, receptive and expressive language, food aversion, and literacy skills. As part of working as a speech therapist, Rachael finds that training the parents and caregivers is also very important for the success and progress of the child. She loves seeing the confidence grow in her kiddos when they meet new goals and gain new skills. Her favorite aspect of her work is helping children effectively communicate and seeing the positive impact that has on their quality of life and ability to connect to other people. She also loves being able to support parents through their child’s communication journey.
Outside of work, Rachael loves spending time with her husband and two precious children, yoga, cheesy Hallmark movies, getting outdoors, and all things Christmas!
Nicole Hold
BA, SLPA
Nicole earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech-Language Pathology in her home city of Columbia at Columbia College. Before working at Moonbug, Nicole worked in the Newberry County School district after graduating college. Nicole knew at an early age that she wanted to help people with their communication as she grew up with a sister with special needs. Her sister has been an inspiration to her as she works with children to help them find their abilities to communicate.
Nicole loves being able to work in the one-on-one setting that clinical therapy provides. She also adores her clients and their families and being able to see the progress that they can make together as a team. “I have treasured every moment of the past 12 years getting to be a part of the team and blessing the children of the midlands to the best of our ability!”
Outside of her sessions, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband, Mike, and daughter, Hudsen, and traveling to the beach and the mountains. As a family, they love spending time at the barn with Hudsen and the horses, as that is Hudsen’s love!
Lisa Crouch
BA, SLPA
Lisa, a native to South Carolina, received her BA from Columbia College in Speech and Language Pathology. She also received an Associates from Midlands Tech in Commercial Graphics. She has worked with children from a variety of backgrounds and disorders. Lisa enjoys working one on one with kids and their families to make their child successful. She enjoys celebrating with families each and every step; whether it be just learning to say “Mama” or better understanding a child who struggles with sounds.
When not working, Lisa likes to spend time with her husband and four kids. No matter if she is at the soccer fields, the lake, the pool, the campgrounds, the horse barn, or the archery range, she is treasuring every moment.
Jaylinn Areheart
BS, SLPA
Jaylinn recently graduated from Columbia College, South Carolina with a bachelor's degree and received her Speech and Lanuguage Pathology Assistant's license. She is originally from Massachusetts but has lived in South Carolina since she was nine years old. She was inspired by an SLP in school to become a therapist. She enjoys working with children who have language difficulties because it allows for creativity and great activities that are fun for the children and fun for her as well! When she is not working, Jaylinn enjoys spending time with family, relaxing at home with her husband, lounging outside and shopping!
Rebecca Bonnette
MA, CCC-SLP
Originally from Sandy Run, SC, Rebecca Bonnette has her Master’s degree from South Carolina State University, and she has been treating as a Speech-Language Pathologist for twelve years. Rebecca began her career working in the public school setting and has since transitioned into working in private therapy. Rebecca specializes in working with children with Autism and using sign language with kids.
One thing that Rebecca loves about working as a speech therapist is when she sees improvement in children’s communication skills and abilities.
When she is not in therapy, Rebecca enjoys boating, horseback riding, and being in the mountains.
Rhonda Riley
MSP, CCC-SLP
Rhonda S. Riley is a Speech-Language Therapist from Columbia. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Columbia College and a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Carolina. Rhonda began her career working as a Speech Therapist in Lexington School District 1 in Lexington, SC in 1994. After working in the elementary school setting, Rhonda began working with mentally-handicapped adults with the Babcock and Burton Centers. She currently works with special needs children on a part-time basis. She loves working with the sweet children who come to Moonbug.
When Rhonda is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, including 4 children and one daughter-in-law and friends. She also enjoys helping her husband with his home-based business, Just Koi Water Gardens.
April Hughes
Ed.S., CCC-SLP
April is from South Georgia and graduated with a Masters in Communication Disorders from Valdosta State University in Georgia. April has worked in school settings as well as clinical settings, with over 15 years of experience. She has worked with children and adults from birth through 21 years of age, specifically with moonbug for over 10 years. April specializes in developmental delays, phonological delays, early language learning, and feeding.
What April loves most about being a Speech-Language Pathologist is helping children find their voices! Seeing a child go from frustrated by not being able to express his or her wants and needs to flourishing as a communicator is a gift and a reward unlike any other. She loves seeing the progress her sweet speech kiddos make and helping their families learn how to foster hearty language environments in their home, every day of the week, and not just when it’s speech time!
When not working, April enjoys spending time with her husband and four wonderful children, singing, church activities and brunch with friends.
Kellie Malo
MS, CCC-SLP
Kellie graduated in May 2022, from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. She enjoys working with the Pediatric population and especially with kids who have autism. She now resides in South Carolina with her husband, three children, and two rambunctious labradoodles. She aspires to get her doctorate, write children's speech and language books, and to be a university professor someday.
In her free time, she enjoys reading, swimming, and spending time with family.
Caralee Lowry
MSP, CCC-SLP
Caralee went to the University of South Carolina where she earned her Bachelor's degree in Public Health and later her Master's degree in Speech Pathology. She has always had a love for working with children, and decided a role in Speech-Language Pathology fit her goals and passions. Caralee enjoys working with families to meet individualized needs and goals for the children she serves. She strives to build a relationship with each child and family to ensure trust and successful outcomes. She particularly enjoys working with children in early-language intervention, and integrating play into sessions.
Caralee and her husband live in downtown Columbia and enjoy going to every USC sporting event they can! They love spending time outdoors and can often be found at one of Columbia's many riverwalks.
Pam Staples
MS, CCC-SLP
Pam Staples grew up in Camden and has resided in Lexington since 1989. She graduated from Winthrop University with a MS in Speech Pathology with additional coursework from the University of South Carolina.
She has been privileged to serve a diversified population in a variety of settings to include schools, daycares, the natural environment and residential settings for the developmentally disabled.
She believes this profession has provided endless opportunities to work with all ages. She shares that "Communication is key to compassion and should never be taken for granted."
When she is not treating patients, Pam enjoys flowers, spending time with her friends and family, and kayaking. She also enjoys anything coastal.
Shannon Aikens
MS, CCC-SLP
Shannon grew up in Baltimore, Maryland and graduated from Loyola University Maryland with a bachelor's and master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. After graduating, she moved to Northern Virginia and spent most of her career in the non-public school setting, primarily serving students with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and emotional disability. She gravitated to the field of speech-language pathology as she has always been inspired by the curious mind of a child. She enjoys the ability to support speech and language development through connection, creativity, and play. She finds it so fulfilling to share in the process of progress and learning. She also has a growing passion in the field of pediatric feeding and swallowing following her time as a student working at HSC Pediatric Center in DC.
When she is not working, she coaches lacrosse and enjoys playing golf. She likes reading thriller/mystery novels, playing board games, spending time with loved ones, and taking care of her energetic yellow lab, Quincy!
Morgan Hughes
MS, CCC-SLP
Morgan is originally from Hillsborough, New Jersey and moved down to South Carolina for school in 2016. She received both her Bachelors degree in Public Health and her Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Carolina! She was inspired to become a speech therapist by her dad who suffers from unilateral hearing loss. She completed a school externship at Moonbug and loved it so much, she accepted a position with us! She really enjoys working with children diagnosed with Autism.
When Morgan is not working, she enjoys traveling, reading, spending time with family and friends, and cheering on the Gamecocks!
Our Physical Therapists
Lisa Pierce
MS, PT
Lisa received her BS in Biology from James Madison University with a minor in Psychology. She also has a MS degree in Physical Therapy from Duke University. Her passion for physical therapy was sparked at a young age, volunteering at a children’s hospital in her hometown of Wilmington, DE. Lisa loved the energy and enthusiasm of the kids and knew she wanted to pursue a career in physical therapy. She is now an expert in movement analysis and an educator on posture, movement, health, and strengthening for optimal function. Over the course of her career, she has worked with children across the age spectrum, and with a large variety of diagnoses.
After 20 years as a physical therapist, she still loves working with kids, having silly, simple play with babies and toddlers, developing creative treatments and games for elementary-age children and their families, and celebrating their milestones. She loves being able to serve in the Columbia/Lexington area and working at Moonbug allows her to balance her work schedule with family life.
Lisa is a mom to 3 children, ranging in age from preschool to high school. Outside of work, Lisa loves reading, hiking, traveling, cooking, spending time with friends/family, and volunteering at church.
Kristen Sheehan
MPT, PT
Kristen brings over 18 years of physical therapy experience to Moonbug! She is a graduate of Saint Louis University, a Chicago native, and has been living in South Carolina for the past 2 years. She does not miss shoveling snow! After completing her first clinical rotation at a large Chicago hospital in pediatrics, she was hooked on working with kids! She enjoys treating kids of all types - from babies with torticollis to high school athletes looking to return to their sport. She recognizes the magic of development that occurs in the first year of life and finds that time very exciting!
When she isn't working with kids as her patients, she enjoys spending time with her husband, three beautiful children, and shih tzu pup. She enjoys yoga, walking, reading, exploring South Carolina, cooking and baking!
Shannon Hicks
DPT, PT
Shannon was inspired to become a physical therapist because she developed a love for special needs children and athletic injuries while working at a physical therapy clinic during college. She has always wanted to help others achieve their goals and physical therapy seemed like a good fit. She grew up in Lexington and went to USC-Aiken to receive her Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise and Sports Science and then went to the University of Saint Augustine to receive her Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Ryan and her 2 children, Kyleigh and Beckham. Some of her passions include being outdoors and crafts. I also enjoy exercising and reading in my free time as well as traveling if time allows.
Our Mental Health Therapists
Colleen Corbin
MSW, LISW-CP Supervisor
Colleen joined Moonbug to provide quality supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSWs) in the field. In supervision, she is passionate about investing in the growth, well-being, and professional development of each therapist first, so they are then able to serve their clients best. She is now accepting LMSWs!
Colleen received her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Columbia College and a Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina. She is a trauma informed therapist with a broad range of experience with children and families as well as academic experience teaching courses in psychology, leadership and social work.
Karen Hunter
EdS, LPC
Karen Hunter became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2021 with six years as an associate counselor under supervision. She aims to meet people where they are and has a desire to provide a safe space to work together in therapy. She has over 30 years of experience working with youth and parents in the juvenile justice and school systems. She grew up a small town, southern girl in Bishopville, SC and now calls Camden home. She entered the University of South Carolina, Columbia in 1982 and has been in the Columbia & Lexington areas ever since- over 30 years. She has three degrees from USC with a BS in Criminal Justice, Masters in Public Administration and Education Specialist in Counselor Education. She is working on her fourth degree as a PhD Candidate in Counselor Education.
When she’s not helping others in therapy, she enjoys traveling and exploring with her new husband, Tim. She loves to read, enjoys quiet time in nature, and spending time with her little fur babies- Mocha and Dallas.
Dallas Nicholson
MSW, LMSW
Dallas earned her Bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of South Carolina and obtained her Master of Social Work degree from Winthrop University. Her journey as a mental health therapist was ignited by recognizing a pressing need for social workers within the field of early intervention. As a former Early Interventionist (EI), she witnessed firsthand the critical role that early support plays in a child's development. Her extensive background has allowed her to gain significant experience working with diverse families and children of all ages. She is passionate about empowering families to play an active role in the intervention process because she firmly believes that parents and caregivers know what works best! Collaboration is at the heart of her approach as she believes it is key to delivering the most comprehensive care to children and their families.
When she’s not serving the community, she enjoys reading, traveling, playing outside, and spending quality time with her husband and their three fur babies.
Elizabeth Dixon
MSW, LISW-CP
Elizabeth joined Moonbug out of a desire to nurture growth and resilience in children, youth, and families through a supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach. Her experience and passion includes working with anxiety disorders, trauma, social difficulties, attachment, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She views parents as an integral part of the journey and partners with them to support each child.
Elizabeth graduated with a BA in Psychology and Bible from Columbia International University and earned her Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina. She has clinical and research experience working with children with developmental disabilities and their families and is a strong advocate for the autism and neurodivergent community.
During her free time, Elizabeth enjoys playing in her garden, hiking, biking, and spending time with her husband and daughter. She is an active member of Church of the Apostles in Downtown Columbia.