Brandi-Lynn Grieg, M.S., CCC-SLP, Owner
Brandi-Lynn graduated from the University of North Dakota with a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. She furthered her education completing the Communication Disorders Program in Severe Disabilities through Western Carolina University. She has over 20 years experience in the specialized area of Speech-Generating Device (SGD) service provision to adults and children with complex communication needs with a wide range of cognitive abilities, utilizing both high and low tech equipment. Her experiences also include presenting at professional conferences locally & nationally, collaborating and consulting with professionals, family members and other team members regarding assessment, training and therapeutic interventions.
Brandi-Lynn moved to Colorado and opened Inspiring Talkers in 2007, providing home based therapy services to children in Northern Colorado. Her passions are for providing client centered care and supporting the whole family. It was through that passion that Inspiring Talkers grew to offer speech, occupational, and physical therapy to children throughout Northern Colorado.
Brandi-Lynn is active in her community, loves to spend time with her boys, all things outdoors, and traveling!
Speech Therapists
Jen has been with Inspiring Talkers since 2010. She holds a certificate in assistive technology from CU Denver. Jen spent five years as an intensive needs teacher prior to becoming an SLP. During this time, she recognized the need for quality speech language intervention for children with limited communication. Jen’s specialty is AAC, specifically working with children with complex learning, language, and behavior needs. She also teaches the graduate AAC class at the University of Northern Colorado. Jen enjoys being outdoors, spending time with her family, cooking, reading, and traveling.
Jen Clark, M.S., CCC-SLP AAC Specialist Windsor
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Firestone
Hannah began working at Inspiring Talkers in early 2022. She has 4+ years of experience working with AAC and complex communication disorders. While completing her graduate studies, Hannah worked as a support staff and enjoyed creating dynamic, language-filled activities for a variety of individuals. Prior to this, She worked in an AAC specialized facility school and enjoyed incorporating accessible communication into daily routines. In her free time, Hannah enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, creating art, listening to live music, and being outdoors.
Hannah Rosenbach, M.S., CCC-SLP Windsor
Lindsay graduated with her M.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University in 2017. During her graduate school experience, Lindsay completed an internship working under an AAC specialist in a hospital setting where she developed a passion for working with kids with complex communication needs. In this setting, Lindsay gained hands on experience utilizing AAC devices with a variety of populations. During her free time, Lindsay enjoys running, reading, playing tennis, skiing, and hiking.
Lindsay Valentine, M.S., CCC-SLP Therapy Center Supervisor, AAC Lead Firestone
Skylar received her B.A. in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from CU-Boulder and her M.A. in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Iowa. Her experiences working in an ASD Interdisciplinary Clinic, volunteering with SLPs in Jamaica, and being an SLP-A confirmed her passion for working with with complex communication needs. She loves working with kids and is interested in treating various disorders, but really enjoys AAC! Skylar completed her final internship at Inspiring Talkers and is happy to begin her career here. In her free time, Skylar enjoys paddleboarding, trying new foods, traveling, seeing live music, and spending time with her family and friends.
Skylar Fendrick, M.A., CF-SLP Firestone
I attended Metropolitan State University of Denver where I got my bachelors in speech language and hearing science and minor in special education in 2018. Since then, I have been working as an SLPA with children and adults with a wide range of disabilities in schools and clinics. Here, I have expanded my experience in assisting with AAC devices and ASL, and really enjoy it! In my free time I like to workout, spend time with my dog and husband, and enjoy my time outdoors.
Nicole Haye, SLPA
Windsor
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Firestone
Tristin received her B.A. in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from CU Boulder in 2017. During undergrad, she worked at a local day program for kids and adults with disabilities and developed a passion for working with kids with complex communication needs. This passion grew through her time in graduate school where she worked with with clients who use AAC. These experiences lead her to intern with Inspiring Talkers for her final placement. Tristin graduated with her M.S. in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Washington State University in 2021. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, camping, spending time with her dog, and crafting.
Tristin Moreland, M.S., CCC-SLP Firestone
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Belle Deschler, SLPA
Windsor
Maddie attended James Madison University, graduating with a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology in 2019. She has a B.A. in Linguistics and a background of working at a summer camp for children with medical needs. Maddie has a passion for early language learners, neurodiversity-affirming therapy, and play-based therapy. She loves co-treating and collaborating with PTs and OTs! Maddie likes spending her free time being in the mountains, crafting, playing board games, loving her dog, Otis, and enjoying theater and live music!
Madeline Dippold, M.S., CCC-SLP Firestone
Occupational Therapists
Dani graduated with a Master’s of Occupational Therapy from Colorado State University in 2013. She earned her Board Certification in Pediatrics through the American Occupational Therapy Association in 2019. Dani has completed additional trainings and coursework in several areas including ASD, ADHD, emotional regulation, trauma, movement disorders, and social participation. Dani loves outdoor activities, reading, and spending time with her husband and daughters.
Dani Geyer, MOT, OTR/L, BCP OT Supervisor Firestone, Windsor
Brittanie is a Doctor of Occupational Therapy, who grew up in Northern Colorado. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Northern Colorado and graduated with her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Creighton University in 2018. She has had experience working in pediatrics, schools, in-patient rehab, and outpatient therapy. She has completed continuing education hours in vision and visual motor skills and has training in the Get Permission approach to feeding therapy. In her free time, Brittanie enjoys hiking, kayaking, painting, and spending time with her family.
Brittanie Lauer, OTD, OTR/L Feeding Lead Firestone, Windsor
Delaney graduated with a Masters in Occupational Therapy from Colorado State University in 2019. Prior to working at Inspiring Talkers she practiced in early intervention, acute care, and educational settings. Delaney has always had a passion for pediatrics as well as helping children grow and succeed in the activities of their daily lives. In her free time Delaney enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and working in her garden.
Delayney Frady, MOT, OTR/L Windsor
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Aneta Piotrowski, COTA
Firestone
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Jann Yankee Boulder
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Beth Armbruster, Boulder
Physical Therapists
Lydia Ockert, PT, DPT
Chief Operating Officer
Lydia received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia in 2013. In July 2021 she completed her exam to become a Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy. Since graduating, she has worked in pediatrics with birth to 21 in both the early intervention environment and in an outpatient setting. She enjoys working with children with a wide variety of diagnoses. In her free time she enjoys traveling, hiking, camping and biking and spending time with her family.
Lydia Ockert, PT, DPT Chief Operating Officer Firestone, Windsor
Lauren graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 2023 receiving her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Growing up in the sport of gymnastics influenced Lauren to pursue becoming a physical therapist, and coaching the sport led her to find a passion for working with children. During her time at the University of Rhode Island, Lauren gained experience working in pediatric and adult acute care, outpatient, and early intervention as well as spent time working as a pediatric home based therapeutic services provider. She recently moved to Colorado from Connecticut. In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking, cooking, and spending time with her family and pets.
Lauren Parenet, PT, DPT Firestone
Administrative Support
Arien is originally from California and has lived throughout the west coast landing in Colorado in 2017. Colorado feels like home, she enjoys hiking, paddle boarding, meditation and helping people. Arien has done many things throughout her life, which have lead her to Human Resources and Payroll.
She is here for you should you need anything, please reach out!
Arien McCrea
Human Resources, Payroll, and PARs
Linella is super excited to be with Inspiring Talkers! She was a teacher for 20 years and really enjoys working with kids of all ages. A few years of her teaching career were devoted to working with kids will special needs, so she has a special place in her heart for those kiddos! In her free time Linella is a student of art at Rocky Mountain Collage of Art and Design. She crafts, draws, paints and spends time with her amazing son, boyfriend and family.
Linella Miller
Administrative Support Specialist
Windsor, Boulder
I was born and raised in the Frederick area and still reside there with my family. My husband, Bo and I have three children Hailee, Emilee and Sonny. Hailee and Emilee both attend Colorado State University, and Sonny is a Freshman at Frederick High School. We enjoy traveling, sports, and spending time with our family and friends. I have been with Inspiring Talkers for three years and couldn’t imagine myself anywhere else. I love the fun, positive environment. It has been amazing to be a part of the continued growth happening here at Inspiring Talkers!
Jen Hurtado
Medical Billing Specialist
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Ido Macias
Administrative Support Specialist
Firestone