Speech-Language Pathologists have extensive education and training!

FOUNDER/CEO

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Loren began her career as a speech-language pathologist after receiving her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees at Towson University. While at Towson, Loren graduated Magna Cum Laude in her undergraduate studies and was a recipient of the Faculty Award for Graduate Academic Excellence in graduate school. She has been a practicing speech-language pathologist for over 19 years. Loren has experience in evaluating and treating children and adults with varying diagnoses and disorders in a variety of settings. However, she has a passion for pediatrics and has chosen to specialize in childhood disorders and delays. She has received specialized training in Hanen’s “It Takes Two To Talk,” PROMPT and PECS. Loren holds her Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed to practice in the state of Maryland. She has received an ASHA Award for Continuing Education (ACE) in 2008 and 2017 for her commitment to lifelong learning by attending above and beyond the required hours of course work to further her expertise within the field of speech-language pathology. She also subscribes to The Informed SLP to stay up to date monthly on the most recent research to implement into her evaluations and treatment sessions.

CLIENT COORDINATOR 

Amy was born and raised on a dairy farm in Mars, Pennsylvania and grew up doing daily chores, milking and showing their cattle during the summer months. After high school she attended Butler County Community College in Butler, PA receiving her Associates degree in Applied Science with an emphasis in the medical field. Amy has several years experience working with children, their families and the public. Helping people, no matter what the age, has always been a passion for Amy. She became a stay-at-home mom for 7 years while her 3 children were young and then rejoined the workforce as a family liaison for a school-based behavioral health program. Amy then moved into a billing specialist position with the same agency and still works part-time for them. She is also still milking cows 3 days a week for a local farm to help pay for her horse habit. She currently resides in Greenville, PA and enjoys spending time with her kids, her animals and her friends. She has 2 dogs, 5 cats (only 2 indoor) and 4 horses. Her favorite thing to do in her spare time is haul her daughters to barrel races on the weekends and camp. She is a member of the Penn-Ohio Barrel Racing Association where she holds a position on the board and has held the website coordinator position for the last 3 years. Amy also loves watching her son play football.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST / CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Shelby Mongelluzzo is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist who earned her Bachelor’s degree from Bloomsburg University, where she also minored in Psychology and Special Education. She went on to obtain her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Radford University.

Shelby’s passion for helping others began at a young age, inspired by her brother with special needs and her experiences volunteering at a camp for individuals with disabilities. These early influences shaped her commitment to supporting others in finding their voice and achieving greater independence through communication.

With over seven years of diverse experience, Shelby has worked with both children and adults across a wide range of diagnoses and settings. Her background includes not only direct clinical work but also leadership roles, allowing her to approach therapy with a well-rounded perspective.

Shelby is excited to be part of this dedicated team and looks forward to continuing to expand her skill set to best serve and support the clients and families in our community.

 SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT

Connie is a licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in Maryland and a proud graduate of the University of Maryland, where she earned her B.A. in Hearing and Speech Sciences. She has a passion for working with children and helping them grow into confident, capable communicators.

In her role with Strides, Connie supports speech and language development through fun, play-based activities designed to keep kids engaged and motivated. She loves building strong relationships with her clients and their families, making every session a positive and
encouraging experience.

Outside of the therapy room, you can find Connie spending time with her husband, Joey (mostly playing pickleball!), anything fitness related, and exploring new towns and cozy coffee shops.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST / EDUCATIONAL SERVICES MANAGER

Brooke has a background as a Speech-Language Pathologist working in pediatrics within both the school and home health settings. She is passionate about supporting others in meeting their goals, whether that be helping students in developing their communication skills or assisting therapists in finding their dream position. Raised in the Midwest, she currently lives in Denver and loves all things nature, being a cat mom, reading, yoga, meditation, and reality TV.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST / EDUCATIONAL SERVICES MANAGER

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Admin Assistant

Kenny Mae Velasco is a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in healthcare recruitment, administrative support, and client services. She has a proven track record of managing full-cycle recruitment processes, including candidate sourcing, screening, and onboarding, while maintaining strong relationships with both clients and healthcare professionals. Her background also includes sales, marketing, and business operations, supported by a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Marketing Management.

Currently, she serves as an Admin Assistant at Strides Therapy & Educational Services, where she provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to ensure efficient day-to-day functions. Kenny is recognized for her strong communication skills, professionalism, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality results and contributing to organizational success.

Clinical Fellow Speech-Language Pathologist

Julia moved from North Carolina to Maryland to attend graduate school at Towson University and quickly fell in love with the area, deciding to make it her home. As a speech language pathologist, she has experience working with individuals across a variety of ages, but her true passion lies in pediatrics. Julia believes in a child-led, play-based approach to therapy that allows each child to take the lead and learn through meaningful, engaging experiences. She strives to create a supportive environment where communication growth feels natural, fun, and rewarding. In her free time, Julia enjoys exploring new areas, spending time outdoors, doing crafts, and connecting with friends and family.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT

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Speech-Language Pathologist

BUSINESS MANAGER and SPECIAL EDUCATOR/TUTOR

I am excited to join the Strides Therapy & Educational Services team! I am a former elementary school teacher and
a mom of 3 kids, 2 of whom currently receive speech therapy. I have 10 years of experience teaching in both MD and TX.
I have taught First, Second, and Third grade, as a General Educator as well as a Special Educator. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and a Master‘s Degree in Special Education. I am also National Board Certified in Early Childhood Generalist. I enjoy CrossFit, reading, and snowboarding when I get the chance. I also love Disney! 

Ally Novosel, M.S. CF-SLP

CLINICAL FELLOW SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

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