Meet your Speech Therapist
Kelsey Paul-Charlson is a highly skilled and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), with extensive experience in treating adults with acquired and progressive neurological disorders.
As the owner of Iowa Speech Solutions, Kelsey is committed to providing personalized, experienced care to individuals facing communication, cognitive, and swallowing challenges.
With a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Central Oklahoma, Kelsey specializes in cognitive-communication therapy for individuals who have experienced brain injuries or other neurological diagnoses. She has a strong background in dysphagia intervention, including advanced training in the McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program (MDTP), and has honed her expertise in a wide range of therapeutic areas such as neuro rehabilitation, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), respiratory muscle strength training (RMST), dementia support, person-centered cognitive training, and motor speech/language therapy.
Kelsey’s dedication to continued professional development is evident in her recent certifications and training:
– Licensed SPEAK OUT! Provider, specializing in voice therapy for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
– Certified Lingraphica Technology Specialist, focusing on AAC and assistive technology.
– Advanced training in Respiratory Muscle Strength Training (RMST) and Expiratory/Inspiratory Muscle Training (EMST/IMT) through Modern MedSLP and Aspire.
– Training in Walt Fritz’s manual therapy foundations for voice and swallowing disorders.
– Phonation Resistance Training Exercise (PhoRTE) approved provider.
Kelsey is known for her collaborative approach, working closely with clients, care partners, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and effective care. Her passion for helping others and her tenacity in seeking the best outcomes for her clients make her a trusted and compassionate healthcare provider in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.
Born and raised in Dubuque, Iowa, Kelsey’s journey has taken her to several places, including Omaha, NE, and Edmond, OK, before returning to Iowa, where she lived in the Des Moines Metro area. She now resides in the Iowa City area with her spouse and their cherished pets—a cat and a chinchilla. She is a lifelong fan of The Beatles, and she dreams of spending time in Scotland!