Valerie is certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and licensed to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the state of California. She also holds a Speech-Language Pathology Credential through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Valerie received her Bachelor's of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI and her Master's of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Emerson College in Boston, MA.

Valerie's passion for helping others communicate began early in life. As a child, she would help her friend's with their articulation errors when she went on playdates. Her dedication only grew from there and she was able to continue her quest to help others communicate more effectively. Over the past 16 years, Valerie has provided speech and language services in a variety of settings, including preschools through high schools, homes and daycares, as well as a brick and mortar clinic. She enjoys working with the pediatric population and their families to make the work of therapy fun.

In her spare time, Valerie enjoys traveling, going to the beach, and spending time with her husband and two kids.