ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

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Laura Fanizzi

Paraprofessional, Office Manager

Laura Fanizzi is a Developmental Therapist with Speech Start, p.a. Since 1999. She has been providing behavioral therapy in individual and group settings, creating and implementing individual behavior programs for clients. Her experience with DIR, OPTIONS, and Verbal Behavior are part of a toolbox to assess and provide clients with the appropriate interventions.

Laura has assisted teachers in preschool classroom settings as well as shadowing special needs children in typical environments. Additionally she is a inclusion specialist who provides training for staff on current inclusion practices for teachers and paraprofessionals and in-services to school staff on social skills training. When not wearing these hats, Laura can be found managing the Speech Start offices, overseeing scheduling, scheduling, billing, building maintenance, and more.

“My goal is always what’s best for a child; working with families through challenges to become successful.”

Laura Fanizzi

Paraprofessional, Office Manager

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Alexis Hamm

Group Facilitator, Office Staff

Alexis Hamm

“My goal is always what’s best for a child; working with families through challenges to become successful.”

Alexis Hamm

Group Facilitator, Office Staff

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Noelle Parrino

Group Facilitator, Office Staff

Noelle is an undergraduate student at Monmouth University working towards her degree in Health Science with a focus in communication sciences and disorders. She is passionate about pursuing a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Since 2018 she has been working in both daycares and summer camps. Noelle has always wanted to be part of a profession that serves the public and always likes to be someone who will go the extra mile for another. Noelle is excited to begin her journey at Speech Start and learn more about the services and programs they provide!

My strongest sense of reward comes from witnessing the positive impact that my actions have on others.

Noelle Parrino

Group Facilitator, Office Staff