Patricia Grant, MA, CCC, COM
Speech Language Pathology
Certified Orofacial Myologist
Patricia J. Grant is a licensed speech-language pathologist and board certified orofacial myologist in Arroyo Grande, CA. She is the only certified orofacial myologist in San Luis Obispo county. With over 30 years of experience, and extensive post graduate training in evaluating and treating articulation/speech sound disorders, stuttering, voice disorders, motor speech disorders and orofacial myofunctional disorders, Patricia is considered an expert in her field.
Patricia's practice, Central Coast Speech Pathology and Orofacial Myology, provides specialized expertise and comprehensive evaluations with close coordination with medical and dental professionals and referral sources. Personalized individual treatment programs are provided with patient and parent training. With a strong emphasis on motor learning principles, daily home practice and habituation, successful achievement of treatment outcomes occurs in a timely, efficient manner.
Expertise, integrity and service are core values of Central Coast Speech Pathology & Orofacial Myology
Education/Training
1980: BA; Suma cum laude from University of California, Santa Barbara
1982: MA: Cum Laude from University of Colorado, Boulder
1985: COM: International Association of Orofacial Myology
Bio
A California native, born in Los Angeles, Patricia received her BA degree from University of California, Santa Barbara in 1980 and MA degree from University of Colorado, Boulder in 1982. She spent 25 years in Colorado, initially working in acute rehabilitation then managed an outpatient pediatric therapy clinic. She opened her first private practice in 1993. In 2005, Patricia and her family moved to St. Croix, US Virgin Islands and again worked in an acute care hospital and private practice with St. Croix Ear, Nose, and Throat. In 2009, she moved to the Central Coast with her son. After 5 years as a staff speech pathologist with Lucia Mar Unified School District, Patricia opened her own practice in the Village of Arroyo Grande. Patricia enjoys golf, swimming, and travel. She is a dedicated soccer mom for 15 year old Grant, who made the JV soccer team at Arroyo Grande High School as a freshman.
Memberships
American Speech Language Hearing Association
International Association of Orofacial Myology: Past President: 1999-2001
California Speech Language Hearing Association
Central Coast Speech Pathology Alliance: President: 2016
Other Languages
Spanish
Payments Accepted
Insurance: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, United Healthcare. Cash, check, credit cars
License:SP-6072
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 Specifics of practice and comments from patients:
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Speech-Language Therapy
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Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders
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Apraxia
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Raspy Voice / Muscle Tension Dysphonia
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Auditory Brainstem Response Testing (ABR)
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Speech Sound Disorders
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Child Speech/Language Disorders
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Stuttering
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Developmental Delays
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Vocal Coaching for Singing and Performing
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Motor Speech Disorders
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Voice Disorders
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Online / Video / Teletherapy
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Licenses/Certifications
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ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)
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Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM)
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Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (State)
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