I was born and raised in Taiwan until the age of 14 before moving to Minnesota, where I attended high school. My passion for communication science and disorders was ignited during my junior year in college, and I immediately developed a deep love for this field. I obtained my bachelor’s degree in biology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and subsequently pursued my master’s degree in speech-language pathology from Syracuse University. I graduated from the doctoral program in speech-language pathology at Northwestern University. Every day, I feel immense joy knowing that I have the opportunity to make a positive impact on people’s lives and foster meaningful connections with families.

I work with children who have a variety of speech and language needs, with a particular focus on bilingual Mandarin-English children and autistic individuals. My approach is grounded in naturalist, child-led, relationship-based, neurodiversity-affirming, strength-based, and family-centered methods. Recognizing that each child is unique, I tailor my interventions and treatment plans based on their individual strengths and interests, ensuring that they receive evidence-based care.

As a non-native speaker and an international student, I have often found myself in the minority within the field. There have been moments of self-doubt along my journey, but I have come to realize that my diverse background has shaped me into a compassionate and empathetic therapist. I embrace my unique perspective and use it as a strength to provide the best possible care for those I serve.