Destiny Gilbreath
Dublin
Summary
Certified Speech-Language Pathologist performs quality therapy services for diverse client base. Creates specialized treatment plans by diagnosing and assessing individual conditions. Exceptional treatment administrator utilizes expertise to inform proven technique utilization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech Pathology Group (SPG)
San Ramon, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Assess and treat a wide range of communicative disorders in both individual and group settings.
- Design and lead therapy sessions tailored to students’ unique speech and language needs.
- Deliver whole-group push-in therapy to promote inclusive learning environments.
- Collaborate with teachers to integrate language-rich activities and communication strategies into classroom instruction.
- Administer norm-referenced assessments to monitor and document student progress.
- Conduct informal assessments to refine and individualize treatment approaches.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
- Educate students and families on communication techniques and strategies to reduce misunderstandings and strengthen interpersonal skills.
- Document progress, write IEPs, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings to ensure comprehensive support.
- Maintain accurate records for compliance, progress tracking, and billing purposes.
- Implement Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems for students with complex communication needs.
- Provide therapy and support for children with learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and emotional or behavioral disorders.
Speech-Language Pathologist/ AAC Specialist
Suma Academy Nonpublic School
Pleasanton, CA
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Conduct speech and language assessments to inform individualized treatment plans
- Develop customized materials to meet the unique needs of each student
- Deliver individual, small group, and whole group therapy services
- Create assessment and treatment materials to support therapy goals
- Work with high-needs students, including those with severe behavioral challenges
- Collect and analyze data regularly to monitor student progress
- Manage billing for therapy services and ensure accurate documentation
- Collaborate closely with teachers and parents to support student growth
- Consult with teachers to provide interventions, including AAC implementation and functional language development
- Administer both informal and formal tests to evaluate communication abilities
- Document therapy sessions, observations, and progress; write and revise IEPs
- Actively participate in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss student progress
- Design and create AAC visuals, including posters or content for social media or hallway displays, to support communication and raise awareness
- Develop or customize communication boards, AAC devices, or other materials tailored to the specific needs of individuals
- Offer play-based and functional language therapy to engage students and meet communication goals.
Speech-Language Pathologist
LIVERMORE VALLEY JOINT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Livermore, CA
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Assess and treat a wide range of communicative disorders in individual and group settings
- Design and lead group and individual therapy sessions tailored to specific needs
- Deliver whole-group push-in therapy to support inclusive learning environments
- Oversee and execute the Response to Intervention (RTI) program to support early identification and targeted support
- Collaborate with teachers to integrate language-rich activities into classroom instruction
- Administer norm-referenced, authentic, and classroom-based assessments to track progress
- Conduct informal assessments to refine and personalize therapeutic approaches
- Document observations, write IEPs, and actively participate in multidisciplinary meetings
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for compliance and progress tracking
- Manage billing services for student therapies
- Assess and implement Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies for students with complex communication needs
- Complete Desired Results Development Profiles (DRDPs) to monitor developmental progress
- Work closely with children diagnosed with learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and emotional/behavioral disorders
Student Speech-Language Pathologist
Clovis Unified School District
Clovis, CA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Assess and treat a variety of communicative disorders
- Conduct group and individual therapy
- Incorporate play-based therapy
- Utilize norm-referenced, authentic, and classroom-based assessments
- Utilize informal assessments
- Convey observations and attend meetings
- Report writing
- Work closely with children with learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and emotional and behavioral disorders
Student Speech-Language Pathologist
SAINT AGNES MEDICAL CENTER
Fresno, CA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed dysphagia symptoms by providing bedside swallow evaluation, MBSS analysis, diet and texture modification, and exercise recommendations
- Evaluation and treatment for dysarthria, cognitive communicative rehabilitation, voice, and aphasia
- Collaboration with healthcare professionals
- Documentation
- Family and patient education
Student Speech-Language Pathologist
SPEECH-LANGUAGE AND HEARING CLINIC AT FRESNO STATE
Fresno, CA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Created assessment and treatment reports
- Conduct individual therapy
- Remote and in-person therapy
- Educated child's parents, adult clients, and other family members about their communicative skills and provided them with resources and tools to use at home
- Treated clients with ASD and ADHD who were diagnosed with articulation/phonology, language, and fluency disorders
- Treated stroke patients diagnosed with apraxic and aphasic disorders
Education
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
California State University
Fresno, CA01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
California State University
Fresno, CA01.2020
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Clovis Community College
Fresno, CA01.2018
Skills
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Attentive, empathetic listener with a client-centered approach
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in diverse situations
- Culturally competent and able to work effectively with individuals from various backgrounds
- Proficient in administering and interpreting both informal and formal assessments
- Patient, adaptable, and able to adjust strategies to meet individual needs
- Highly organized with a strong focus on detail and accuracy
- Efficient in managing time and meeting deadlines in high-demand environments
- Dedicated advocate for clients and their individual needs
- Skilled in accurate and thorough documentation and reporting
- Strong leadership and counseling abilities to support clients and colleagues
- Effective conflict resolution strategies to foster positive outcomes
- Committed to implementing evidence-based practices to ensure best outcomes
Certification
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Assessment and Implementation Certificate Course
- ATI10 Education L.L.C.
- 2023
- Enhances Expertise in AAC Assessment
- Informs Best Practices in Device Selection
- Improves Implementation Strategies
- Supports Evidence-Based Practice
- Supports a Diverse Range of Clients
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech Pathology Group (SPG)
01.2025 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist/ AAC Specialist
Suma Academy Nonpublic School
06.2024 - 12.2024
Speech-Language Pathologist
LIVERMORE VALLEY JOINT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2023 - 06.2024
Student Speech-Language Pathologist
Clovis Unified School District
09.2022 - 12.2022
Student Speech-Language Pathologist
SAINT AGNES MEDICAL CENTER
05.2022 - 08.2022
Student Speech-Language Pathologist
SPEECH-LANGUAGE AND HEARING CLINIC AT FRESNO STATE
01.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
California State University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Clovis Community College
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
California State University