Tiana Magnan, M.A., CCC-SLP
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with specialized clinical experience in neurological rehabilitation, seeking to expand expertise and broaden scope of practice across inpatient and outpatient settings. As an early-career clinician, I am highly motivated by continuous learning and adapt quickly to new environments, teams, and complex patient needs. My experience in adult neurological rehabilitation deepened my understanding of the nuanced recovery process while strengthening my clinical decision-making, intuitive problem-solving, and ability to remain calm and confident in fast-paced clinical settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SLP at Back 2 You SLP
Adult Neurological Rehabilitation Outpatient
Virtual
10.2025 - Current
- Evaluated and treated specialized caseloads for concussion and traumatic brain injuries across cognitive-communication domains via HIPAA-compliant telepractice.
- Implemented dynamic assessments using medical records, standardized evaluations, and PROMs to better analyze complex patient profiles and inform treatment decisions.
- Tailored person-centered cognitive rehabilitation care plans based on neuroplasticity principles, applying compensatory and restorative strategies to improve patient outcomes.
- Designed individualized return-to-school/work plans addressing cognitive communication needs for optimal reintegration.
- Created evidence-based psychoeducational resources and interactive session materials to enhance patient understanding of symptoms and actively engage them in their treatment.
SLP at Neuro Speech Solutions
Adult Neurological Rehabilitation Outpatient
Virtual
07.2025 - Current
- Virtually assessed new patients and transitioned in-person caseload; treating cognitive-linguistic impairments related to neurological conditions, including Dementia, MCI, MS, ADHD, TBI, and concussion.
- Delivered multimodal therapeutic interventions that enhanced voice, expressive and receptive language, executive functioning, attention, memory, pragmatics, and fatigue management outcomes.
- Coached communication partners in real-time, facilitating strategy generalization and minimizing caregiver burnout.
- Provided structured counseling and psychoeducation on neurological profile, recovery expectations, and mental health support strategies.
- Adapted interventions for online delivery, utilizing interactive tools and visual modifications to maintain high service quality.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient progress in an EMR system, compliant with practice policies.
SLP Clinical Fellow at Neuro Speech Solutions
Adult Neurological Rehabilitation Outpatient
Amherst, NY
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of swallowing, voice, speech, language, and cognition using standardized tools (e.g, Cranial Nerve and Oral Mechanism Exams, TOMASS, CLQT+, ACE-III, HVLT, FAVRES, WAB, CAPE-V, etc).
- Evaluated and treated adults with complex medical profiles related to stroke, PD, MCI, dementia, PPA, MS, TBI, ADHD, cerebellar ataxia, schizophrenia, post-cancer, and long COVID to improve functional communication and quality of life.
- Delivered person-centered treatment via telepractice and in person for restorative and maintenance care.
- Applied individualized dysphagia management strategies, including safe-eating protocols, oral care, evidence-based swallowing exercises, and EMST-150 to support airway protection and reduce aspiration risk.
- Implemented SPEAK OUT! treatment and Clear-speech protocol to enhance breath support, vocal quality, and intelligibility.
- Developed customized low-tech AAC boards to promote communication autonomy and support individual needs.
- Strengthened language networks through EBP, including CART, IDT, SFA, PCA, VNeST, LRCT, NADIIA, RET, and conversational training.
- Facilitated a weekly dementia conversation group using multimodal strategies, enhancing social engagement and inclusivity for participants with varying levels of functioning.
- Collaborated weekly with SLPs to discuss therapeutic interventions and problem-solve case studies.
Education
Master of Arts - Communicative Disorders and Sciences
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Speech and Hearing Science, Minor in Counseling
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2021
Skills
- Clinical focus in cognitive rehabilitation
- Strong clinical documentation
- EMR/EHR proficiency
- Clinical decision-making
- Patient counseling and caregiver coaching
- Group therapy facilitation
- Telehealth and computer literacy
- Teletherapy techniques
- Therapeutic resource creation
- Person-centered approach
- Adaptability and problem-solving skills
- Analytical thinking
- Time management and organization
- Interpersonal skills and rapport building
Certification
- North Carolina State License in Speech-Language Pathology, NCBOESLPA, 08/25
- New York State License in Speech-Language Pathology, NYSED, Office of the Professions, 08/25
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, ASHA, 07/25
- Registered MBSImP Clinician, 05/26
- SPEAK OUT! Certified, 05/26
References
- Annie Rabe M.A., CCC-SLP, Neuro Speech Solutions, Buffalo, NY, (315) 559-1632, agrabe1224@gmail.com, CF Supervisor
- Kristen Paler M.S., CCC-SLP, Back 2 You SLP, Buffalo, NY, (716) 200-6957, kpaler@back2youslp.com, Externship Supervisor and Employer
- Laura Roberts M.A., CCC-SLP, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, (716) 474-5134, lr82@buffalo.edu, Graduate Supervisor and Professor
Continuing Education And Professional Development
- MedBridge Membership for ongoing clinical development, Active
- FEES Observation at Roswell Hospital, Buffalo, NY, 02/24
- Clinical Voice Foundations Mentorship Program, Virtual, 05/23 - 09/23
- Medical Speech Elective analyzing pathological voice case studies, Buffalo, NY, 05/23 - 07/23
- Scoping Workshop with flexible and rigid endoscopy equipment, Buffalo, NY, 03/23
Work And Mentorship
- Clinical Administrative Assistant at UBASLP Clinic, Buffalo, NY, 04/23, 12/23
- Second-Year Student Clinician Mentor at UBASLP Clinic, Buffalo, NY, 08/23, 12/23
- Exchange Program Leadership at at UBASLP Clinic, Buffalo, NY, 07/23
Timeline
SLP at Back 2 You SLP
Adult Neurological Rehabilitation Outpatient
10.2025 - Current
SLP at Neuro Speech Solutions
Adult Neurological Rehabilitation Outpatient
07.2025 - Current
SLP Clinical Fellow at Neuro Speech Solutions
Adult Neurological Rehabilitation Outpatient
09.2024 - 06.2025
Master of Arts - Communicative Disorders and Sciences
University At Buffalo
Bachelor of Arts - Speech and Hearing Science, Minor in Counseling
University At Buffalo