Finding Answers for Your Health Concerns
Relief in One Place
The Center for Orofacial Myology combines trained professionals in various specialties that work together to identify the source of your health concerns, make a treatment plan, and give you the relief you have been seeking.
Meet your Team
Rian Chatterton
MS, CCC-SLP, COM, QOM, TOM
Certified Orofacial Myologist/ Prompt Trained
Rian Chatterton has worked as a Speech-Language Pathologist for the past 14-years. Rian has worked in a variety of settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology in 2002 from Idaho State University. In 2004 she completed her Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathologist from Idaho State University. Rian has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of communication disorders. She has specialized in areas of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders. Rian took over ownership of Boise Speech and Hearing Clinic in the summer of 2013.
Rian holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and a State of Idaho License for Speech Language Pathology. In 2016 Rian completed her certification process with the International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM) and is now 1 of 2 Certified Orofacial Myologists in the state of Idaho.
Rian has called Boise her home most of her life and LOVES the Treasure Valley! She loves to cook, be outdoors camping and hiking. Rian is a “self-help” book junkie and is always reading 3 books at a time. She loves coming up with crafts for herself and her kids to do. Her kids might say that their life is a constant sound track and dance party as she is always making up songs for everything and embarrassing them with her mediocre dance moves. Rian LOVES her job because she gets to play and make a difference every day!
Shannon Gardiner, PAC-C
ENT
Shannon Gardiner is a certified physician assistant working with Dr. Brian Affleck at the Saltzer Health otolaryngology (ENT) clinic.
In the clinic, she assists in surgery and performs office procedures such as biopsies, tympanostomy tube placement, flexible laryngoscopy, nasal endoscopy, fine needle aspiration, foreign body removal, tracheostomy care, cerumen removal and abscess drainage.
Shannon also reviews and orders imaging (MRI, CT, Ultrasound) and manages thyroid and parathyroid disorders, pre- and post-surgical evaluation and care, care for head/neck cancer patients, sleep apnea, and all other ear, nose and throat problems.
Previously, Shannon worked as a Physician Assistant at the Spine Institute of Idaho, Horizon Health and The Shoulder, Elbow, and Hand Clinic.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology and a bachelor ‘s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Idaho State University.
While attending Idaho State University, Shannon met her sweet husband Bill. They have 3 wonderful children. She enjoys spending time with her family camping, riding four-wheelers, hiking, and watching them play basketball. She also loves Broadway musicals, reading, and playing the piano.
Shannon is a member of the Society for Physician Assistants in Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Physician Assistants, Idaho Academy of Physician Assistants and the Idaho Medical Association.
Melanie Henstrom
BS, IBCLC, Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant
As a young girl, Melanie developed a passion for the birth world watching her father deliver babies. After she received her BS, she worked in adoption until she had her first child. She then became a stay at home mom for 16 years raising her 6 children. She breastfed them all, including tandem nursing her twins. Once all her children were in school, she became certified as a postpartum doula mainly serving families with twins, and triplets. A few years later she went back to school to become an IBCLC, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She has served over a thousand mothers and babies over the course of several years as a postpartum doula, and lactation consultant.
It has been her experience that many mothers do not have the resources to become successful at breastfeeding. She has extensive training and experience with tongue ties, and is able to educate mothers to make the right choice for their baby. She is also trained in infant massage, rhythmic movements, and craniosacral therapy. Her passion is to educate, nurture, and support new moms and babies through their breastfeeding struggles in a non-judgmental and compassionate way. Her reviews alone speak to how she has helped save breastfeeding for so many.
Current Certification:
IBCLC International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with IBLCE
Previous Certifications:
PCD (DONA) Postpartum Doula
CPD (CAPPA) Postpartum Doula
CLE (CAPPA) Lactation Educator
CIMI (Loving Touch) Infant Massage Instructor
NRP (Karen Strange) Neonatal Resuscitation
CPR (Red Cross)
Trainings:
2018 International Conference for International Consortium of Ankylofrenula Professionals in Toronto, Canada
2019 Hosted and spoke at Conference “The Tongue: A Mighty Muscle”
CST1 & CST2 Craniosacral with Upledger Institute
Shellie Oakley, PT
Physical Therapy
I have been a physical therapist for over 20 years. I specialize in Craniosacral Therapy (CST), Myofascial Release (MFR), pediatrics, and Women’s Health. I have clinical expertise in orthopedics, sensory integration, kinesiotaping, strengthening/stretching programs, and Neurodevelopment Treatment (NDT) as well. I have treated the whole spectrum of ages, from premie newborns to geriatric clients. I am John E. Upledger and John F. Barnes trained with over 250 hours of instruction. Based on my many years of clinical experience, I integrate multiple forms of treatment, but I believe CST and MFR techniques are the most effective. Outside of my work of helping people on their healing journey, I am married to a wonderful man and have three amazing daughters. I enjoy reading, many outdoor pursuits (especially hiking!), travelling, and love to dabble in many art forms.
Services: I provide physical therapy using Craniosacral Therapy (CST) and Myofascial Release (MFR) for both pediatric and adult clients. I also treat pediatrics with special needs for overall physical development by using Neurodevelopment Treatment (NDT) to help retrain and use appropriate movement patterns to progress fine and gross motor skills. I believe education is key to overall progress and I provide extensive home care instructions for my patients.
Stephanie Thomas
MS, CCC-SLP, QOM
Qualified Orofacial Myologist
Stephanie received her Master’s of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from Idaho State University in August of 2017. She was an intern at Boise Speech and Hearing Clinic since January of that year, and knew since then that she loved this clinic! Before entering graduate school, Stephanie worked in the Boise School District in a junior high classroom for students with special needs. There she learned how much she loved working with kids at all skill levels, and discovered a passion for teaching her students how to better communicate with the people around them.
Stephanie has lived most of her life in Boise, but she spent five years living in Singapore with her family. She loved living there, and still enjoys traveling the world, but Boise will always be home!
Stephanie got married in August of 2014, and she lives with her husband and their two dogs. In her free time, she loves reading and writing, playing with the dogs, and breakfast dates with her husband.
Jaimee Tyson-McOmie
MS, CCC-SLP, COM, QOM, TOM
Qualified Orofacial Myologist
Jaimee is from upstate New York where she had the privilege of growing up in a family with a shared passion of working with adults with special needs. She chose to enter the field of Speech-Language Pathology to continue to support individuals with disabilities. In 2006 she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication Disorders and Sciences from the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh.
After completing her undergraduate program, she moved to Virginia where she attended Hampton University and earned her Master of Arts in Communicative Sciences and Disorders in 2008. Throughout her time in graduate school she worked as a Speech Therapist in a school-based program for children with Autism.
Shortly after completing her graduate degree, she moved to Idaho Falls where she worked with children with Autism for six years. Jaimee considers herself fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with people of many ages and abilities throughout her life.
She and her family relocated to Boise at the end of 2014 and she began working at Boise Speech and Hearing Clinic in January of 2015. Since that time, Jaimee has focused on remediating Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders in children, teenagers, and adults. Outside of work, she most enjoys spending time her family.
Blake Edes
MS, CCC-SLP, TOM Trained
Blake received her Master’s degree from the University of Virginia in December of 2018. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and a State of Idaho License for Speech-Language Pathology. Blake has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of communication and swallowing disorders from a variety of clinical settings. She has the most passion for the areas of fluency, voice, and swallowing. She is qualified in Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) and Videostroboscopy for voice. Blake absolutely loves the field of work that she is in and couldn’t imagine her life without being able to work with and help people of all ages and disorders every day. Blake has a stutter and is thankful for the ability to connect with patients.
Prior to graduate school, she went to Boise State University where she graduated with a Health Science degree and American Sign Language minor. She was also a swimmer and team captain for the BSU swim team. Blake grew up in Michigan and Nebraska, but quickly fell in love with the state of Idaho and all that it has to offer. She loves to go mountain biking, swimming, and rock climbing.
She got married in September 2019, and absolutely loves life with her husband Dillon. They love to do all things together like rock climbing, playing with their cats, and board games. Blake is a happy person who loves to bring joy and positivity everywhere she goes!
Amber Kroeger
MS,CCC-SLP
Amber received her Masters of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from Idaho State University in August of 2019. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and a State of Idaho License for Speech Language Pathology.
Amber has always wanted to work with children and loves helping others achieve their goals. Prior to graduate school Amber was a substitute teacher and a preschool karate instructor in California. Amber has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of communication disorders. Clinical interests include early intervention, fluency, and speech sound disorders. Outside of the office Amber enjoys kayaking, hiking, crafting, and spending time with her family and cat, Mochi.
Rebecca Daniel
MS,CCC-SLP, IAOM Certification Candidate
Becky received her Master’s of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from Idaho State University in August of 2005. Prior to attending graduate school, she worked at St Luke’s Children Hospital with the Child Life team. It is there that she discovered her desire to help people better communicate.
Becky has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of communication and swallowing disorders in a variety of clinical settings. She has the most passion for the areas of preschool language, orofacial myofunctional disorders, articulation and executive functions. Becky holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and a State of Idaho License for Speech Language Pathology.
Becky has lived all of her life in Idaho, growing up in Idaho Falls and then moving to the Treasure Valley in junior high. Idaho will always be home. Becky lives with her husband, daughter, son and pug. In her free time, she loves hand lettering, taking barre classes, baking, being outside, and anything that involves family.
Lyndsey Evans
MS, CCC-SLP, TOM Trained
Prompt Trained
Lyndsey is a born and raised Idaho native. She received her Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology in 2015 from Idaho State University. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and a State of Idaho License for Speech Language Pathology. She is also PROMPT trained.
As a daughter of a 2nd grade teacher, Lyndsey always knew she wanted to work with kids. She fosters a therapeutic environment filled with learning, creativity, and positivity. Lyndsey’s professional experience includes treating patients across the lifespan with a variety of communication disorders and medical backgrounds. Her clinical interests include orofacial myology, social language, and motor speech disorders.
Outside of the office, you can find Lyndsey with her golden retriever, Henley, close to her side. Together, they volunteer through GO TEAM Therapy Dogs and make a splash at dock diving competitions. Lyndsey promotes an “I can do hard things” mentality with all her clients. She is so excited to help her future clients meet their goals!
Joni Loftin
MSP-CCC-SLP, COM®
Certified Orofacial Myologist
Joni earned her Speech-Language Pathology degrees at Appalachian State University and the University of South Carolina. She has experience working with young children and their families to address early speech and language disorders and, her primary passion, working with children and adults to address myofunctional disorders to support proper development of mouth and face structures, chewing, swallowing, and speech. She was a Clinical Professor in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Idaho State University for 32 years, where she instructed students in clinical practicum and taught a variety of courses, including the first course fully dedicated to the topic of orofacial myology in an SLP graduate program in the U.S. She was involved in numerous master’s theses research projects focused on tongue tie and “tongue thrust”, and published in the International Journal of Orofacial Myology. Joni is a Certified Orofacial Myologist (2012) and joined our clinic in Fall 2022, eager to do more direct clinical work! She loves the challenge of helping clients “put all the pieces together” to figure out how to address the root causes of their concerns.
Growing up, Joni lived in Missouri, New Jersey, (mostly) Pennsylvania, and North Carolina. She and her husband moved to Idaho in 1990 to pursue their love of the outdoors. They raised two daughters in Pocatello and moved to Boise in 2016. Joni loves hiking, biking, camping, paddling, snowshoeing, and eating amazing food! She loves to explore new places, and has vacationed in 46 of the 50 states (so far), with the fondest family memories made closer to home in the Tetons and Sawtooths.
Allison Schmidt
MS, CF-SLP
Mollie Glaspell
MS, CCC-SLP
Mollie received her Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from California State University, San Marcos in May of 2020. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and a State of Idaho license for Speech Language Pathology, as well as an active license in California. Mollie has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of communication needs in both the schools and in private practice. She also has experience working on multidisciplinary craniofacial teams in the medical setting. Mollie has a passion for serving individuals with cleft lip and palate, craniofacial disorders, and resonance disorders. Mollie was a recipient of a graduate craniofacial training grant, and she created an evidence-based psychosocial educational program for elementary school children with craniofacial disorders. Mollie is passionate about making a positive impact on her clients’ communication skills as well as improving their quality of life!
Mollie and her husband moved to Boise in the summer of 2020, and they absolutely love it! They enjoy many outdoor activities, such as camping, mountain biking, and hiking. Their dog Rio loves all the nature that Idaho has to offer. Mollie is also an avid gardener in the spring and summer months. Mollie loves the sunshine and strives to spread positivity and gratitude!
Rose Hays-Martinez
Office Manager
Rose moved to Idaho in 2018 to be closer to family and enjoy the 4 seasons. She has 3 children and 3 grandchildren.
Rose has been in the medical field for over 20 years. Starting off as a Nursing Assistant, in a hospital setting, Rose knew that the medical field was for her. She became interested in the rehabilitation therapy portion of patient care in regards to Physical Therapy. She spent the next 4 years as a PTA applying her knowledge in modalities and procedures for patients with orthopedic injuries. Always looking for a challenge, Rose became an Office Collections Supervisor for a company that had 15 Physical, Occupational, and Speech offices. It was spending 15 years there that she realized her passion for fighting insurance denials and being a voice for the patient. With her daughter starting school at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, she chose to move to Central California. There she was an Office Manager for a Physical Therapy Clinic for 3 years before moving to Boise and joining the Boise Speech and Hearing Team.
She enjoys going to church, reading, walking her dogs, and gardening in her spare time. In the future, she hopes to become more involved with her church and Hospice.
Katie Bracken
Credentialing Specialist
Katie is married and has two children. She moved to Idaho for her husbands job in 2007 and quickly made Boise their home.
Katie has several years experience working retail, as an assistant for an accounting office and most recently with children at an Elementary School.
In her free time, Katie enjoys going to the movies with her family, hiking, traveling, watching her boys play sports, and spending time with her two cats.
Lisa McHatton
Client Retention Specialist
Lisa has lived in the Treasure Valley for 30 years. She graduated from nearby Centennial High School and went to Boise State University to originally pursue a degree in Health Promotion. She is currently finishing up her degree in Psychology at Boise State. Lisa has worked in the fitness industry as a Personal Trainer and a Group Fitness Instructor and in the legal field as a Legal Assistant and Contract Review Specialist.
Lisa and her amazing husband, Abe, together have 5 wonderful children. They love to go to church together, spend time exploring, and finding new restaurants. Lisa loves going for walks on the Greenbelt, baking yummy treats and doing anything outdoors with her beautiful family. She loves to travel, especially to warm, tropical destinations and is always looking forward to her next adventure.
Sara Powell
Front Desk Receptionist
Sara is a born & raised Idahoan growing up in McCall where she met and married her high school sweetheart, Clyde Jr. In 1987, they made the jump to move out of McCall to Kuna to be closer to Clyde’s work and continue to live there. They finished raising their 3 kids in Kuna who all have families of their own now giving us some wonderful grand littles that bring so much joy and laughter.
Angela Voll
Front Desk Receptionist
Angela grew up primarily in Central Florida (she loves the beach!) and Phoenix. She moved to Boise in August 2005. She worked in Employee Benefits and HR for several years. After becoming a mom to an amazing daughter, she stayed at home until her daughter was old enough for her to return to work as a substitute teacher in one of our local school districts (just in case she looks familiar).
As a single mom, Angela loves spending time with her daughter, shopping, eating out, paddleboarding, musicals, family genealogy, binge watching a favorite show or reading true stories. As a small child she began collecting clowns, and they always brighten her day. One day she hopes to travel and show her daughter where she grew up by the Atlantic Ocean.
Veronica Burdess
Billing Specialist
Veronica is a cum laude graduate from California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo. She has twelve years of experience in the healthcare field, working in physical and occupational therapy settings, medical billing, along with speech therapy, and geriatric memory care. Veronica has worked with all ages from one to 100 years old, and loves helping everyone succeed in their healthcare goals.
In her spare time, Veronica loves watercolor painting, going to concerts, and exploring Boise with her husband and two dogs, Daisy and Gonzo.
Cynthia Espinosa
Intake Specialist/Referral Coordinator
Cynthia has lived in the Treasure Valley for over 28 years where she has opted to plant some roots and raise her kids. She is married with three children and enjoys supporting their passions. In her spare time she loves traveling with her family and watching crime documentaries or reality shows like Survivor. She is excited to find a good work-life balance during a phase of her children’s life where presence is key.
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