Natalie Perez
Irving,TX
Summary
Motivated speech-language pathology graduate clinician with experience providing individualized and group therapy services to pediatric populations. Skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, families, and caregivers to develop, implement, and monitor evidence-based treatment plans. Dedicated to continuous learning and delivering compassionate, effective therapy that supports communication, language, and feeding development across diverse populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
SLP Graduate Clinician
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted bedside evaluations and interventions for dysphagia, cognitive-communication disorders, and aphasia.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results to address client needs.
- Participated in MBS assessments, implementing diet recommendations and compensatory strategies to enhance patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary medical team, including physicians, nursing, PT, and OT, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Documented evaluations, progress notes, and treatment plans in electronic medical record per hospital policies.
SLP Graduate Clinician
Mike A. Myers Stroke Center
Dallas, Tx
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Assessed and treated adults with post-stroke aphasia, apraxia of speech, dysarthria, and cognitive-communication disorders under supervision of licensed SLP.
- Delivered evidence-based interventions, including Verb Network Strengthening Treatment (VNeST) and Melodic Intonation Therapy (MIT).
- Collected session data and maintained documentation to track patient progress.
- Provided education to patients and families on communication strategies and home practice.
SLP Graduate Clinician
Sanctum Health Partners
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided home-based speech-language therapy to children from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Delivered individualized intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD/ADD, fluency disorders (stuttering), speech sound disorders, language disorders, and feeding difficulties.
- Implemented and supported AAC, including high-tech systems, to increase functional communication.
- Used play-based, child-led, and evidence-based approaches within natural environments to support generalization of skills
- Collaborated closely with caregivers to provide education, modeling, and home strategies to support carryover.
SLP Graduate Clinician
Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Provided individual and group speech and language therapy to students with articulation, phonological, fluency, and language disorders.
- Participated in IEP meetings and contributed to goal writing and progress reporting.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support students’ communication skills across settings.
SLP Graduate Clinician
TWU Speech and Hearing Clinic
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided individualized speech-language therapy to pediatric clients presenting with articulation disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders, and developmental disabilities, including Down syndrome
- Implemented evidence-based, play-based interventions to support speech sound production and language development.
- Collected data and documented progress to inform goal development and treatment planning.
Speech Communication Aide
Irving ISD
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Interpreted speech therapy sessions for Special Education students (ECS–high school).
- Provided accurate, verbatim interpretation of sessions between English and Spanish.
- Facilitated communication between the SLP and parents by making phone calls and translating.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2023
Skills
- Quick learner
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
- Professionalism and time management
- Active listening
- Clear documentation
- Cultural sensitivity
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
SLP Graduate Clinician
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
01.2026 - Current
SLP Graduate Clinician
Mike A. Myers Stroke Center
08.2025 - 11.2025
SLP Graduate Clinician
Sanctum Health Partners
05.2025 - 07.2025
SLP Graduate Clinician
Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD
01.2025 - 05.2025
SLP Graduate Clinician
TWU Speech and Hearing Clinic
08.2024 - 12.2024
Speech Communication Aide
Irving ISD
05.2023 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
University of North Texas