About Melinda Neal
Hi! I’m Melinda. My passion for speech-language pathology began when I was 14 years old and witnessed the impact speech therapy had on my nephew, Jonathan, who was nonverbal and had multiple medical diagnoses. Through him, I learned that communication is not limited to spoken words and that alternative forms of communication can be just as powerful, meaningful, and life-changing.
That experience inspired me to pursue a career where I could help individuals connect, express themselves, and build meaningful relationships in ways that honor their unique strengths and abilities. I feel privileged to support clients and families as they work toward greater confidence, independence, and quality of life through communication.
I’ve continued to expand my clinical knowledge through specialized training, including certification in VitalStim therapy, an FDA-cleared neuromuscular electrical stimulation treatment used to support individuals with dysphagia and swallowing disorders. I’m passionate about combining evidence-based techniques with compassionate, individualized care to help clients make functional progress in everyday life.
My therapy approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and highly individualized. I strive to create supportive, collaborative therapy experiences that empower clients while honoring all forms of communication.
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Education and background
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Board certifications
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Education and training
- University of Montevallo, Master's in Speech Language Pathology
- University of Montevallo (Bachelor's)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1225656150
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What practice does Melinda Neal work with?
Melinda Neal works with Expressable Speech Therapy.
Which board certifications does Melinda Neal have?
Melinda Neal is certified by American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
What languages does Melinda Neal speak?
Melinda Neal speaks English.