Our Valuable Team

Our Valuable Team

The people make the place. Meet
the Dymond Speech & Rehab Team.

Our incredible team is passionate, experienced, talented and friendly. We truly have the best of the best. Get to know the people behind the business, who are dedicated to making sure your needs are not only met, but exceeded.

 
 

Barbara Dymond

Founder/Speech-Language Pathologist

Barbara has experience and training in reading intervention, expressive and receptive language disorders, and a specific passion for literacy.

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Marcy Martin

Clinical Manager/Occupational Therapist

Marcy has experience and training in therapeutic handling for facilitating motor development, sensory processing disorder, sensory-based pediatric feeding disorders, and lactation.

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Alexa Thayer

Occupational Therapist

Alexa has experience working in early intervention and with children with a variety of neurological and developmental disorders including ASD, ADHD, and Down Syndrome.

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Kacey Thies

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Kacey has experience with many kids with many different diagnosis including ASD, ODD, CP, intellectual delays, as well as sensory processing disorders including feeding challenges.

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Quinn Roderick

Physical Therapist

Quinn received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Utica University in New York after completing her Bachelor’s of Science in Health Studies. She has three years of pediatric experience within preschool and outpatient settings across New York and Arizona.

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Erin Kraus

Speech-Language Pathologist

Erin is originally from Pennsylvania and recently moved to North Carolina to begin her career as a Speech Language Pathologist. She earned her Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology at Kent State University where she also minored in Autism Spectrum Disorders. 

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Raelyn Lawrence

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Raelyn has experience providing therapy services to children of various ages and diagnoses, with training in multiple approaches, including therapeutic handling for motor development and sensory processing.

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Savannah Price

Speech-Language Pathologist

Savannah has experience working with all children, but has a special interest in early intervention, language disorders, and reading intervention. 

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Haley Poythress

Occupational Therapist

Haley has experience with a wide variety of diagnoses including Autism, ADHD, ODD, traumatic brain injuries, and many other neurological and developmental disorders.

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Brittney Hass

Speech-Language Pathologist

Brittney has experience in pediatric feeding, gestalt language learning, and play-based language learning.

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Lexi Olauson

Occupational Therapist

Lexi has experience in treating children with a variety of diagnoses including Autism, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, and birth injuries.

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Hallie Piehler

Speech-Language Pathologist

Hallie has experiences serving people across the lifespan with various communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.

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Kalindi Vaswani

Speech-Language Pathologist

Kalindi has experience with early intervention, autism, language delays, articulation, fluency, and cognitive communication disorders.

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Alex Woolverton

Occupational Therapist

Alex has experience working with kiddos that have Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, rare genetic conditions, and many others. 

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Joanna Maier

Speech-Language Pathologist

Joanna has experience with early intervention, autism, language delays, articulation, fluency, and cognitive communication disorders.

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Cindy Eisenberg

Speech-Language Pathologist

Cindy has experience and training in articulation, and expressive and receptive language disorders. 

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Rachael McWilliams

Occupational Therapist

Rachael brings experience working with clients across a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and diagnoses.

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Kennedy Wilkins

Speech-Language Pathologist

Kennedy experience and training in cognition, swallowing, and social communication. 

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Kiana Johnson

Speech-Language Pathologist
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Paola Catala Villanueva

Speech-Language Pathologist
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Kylee DeRocha

Physical Therapist 

Kylee DeRocha, brings 2.5 years of clinical experience to her role as a pediatric physical therapist. Kylee has a special interest in working with children with developmental delays,

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Weldon Maldonado Rodriguez

Speech-Language Pathologist
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Carly Sullivan

Occupational Therapist
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Diana Longwell

Occupational Therapist
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Zoe Longo

Speech-Language Pathologist
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Annie McKay

Occupational Therapist Assistant
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Robin Bilodeau

Occupational Therapist 
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Chris D

Practice Manager
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Leslie P

Care Coordinator
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Hallie T

Care Coordinator
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Kayla J

Care Coordinator
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Rylan S

Care Coordinator
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Ruby J

Care Coordinator
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Ashley N

Care Coordinator
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Ruby Jacinto

Care Coordinator
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Rylan Souders

Care Coordinator
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Join Our Team

Barbara Dymond MS, CCC-SLP
Founder/Speech Therapist

Barbara has experience and training in reading intervention, expressive and receptive language disorders, and a specific passion for literacy.

Marcy Martin OTR/L, CLC
Clinical Manager/Occupational Therapist

Marcy graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne University and has been working in pediatrics and early intervention for over 20 years. Marcy has specialized training and experience in therapeutic handling for facilitating motor development, sensory processing disorder, and sensory-based pediatric feeding disorders. She enjoys providing family-centered care to ensure positive experiences for both parents and children. She recently became a Certified Lactation Consultant in order to further address early feeding difficulties.

Alexa Thayer MS, OTR
Occupational Therapist

Alexa was born and raised in New Gloucester, Maine. She attended Husson University, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration and Public Health and a Master’s in Occupational Therapy. Alexa relocated to North Carolina in 2024 to begin her career as a pediatric occupational therapist. She has experience working in early intervention and with children with a variety of neurological and developmental disorders, including ASD, ADHD, and Down Syndrome. Alexa is passionate about providing meaningful services and support to both her clients and families to promote independence for a successful future. When Alexa is not in the office, she enjoys exploring her new town of Apex, spending time outdoors, golfing, and hanging out with her cats, Luna and Sunny.

Kacey Thies COTA/L
Occupational Therapist Assistant

Kacey was born and raised in Rhode Island, but has recently made the exciting leap down to North Carolina! She graduated from New England Institute of Technology in 2018 and has been practicing OT for 5 years. Kacey has been working in pediatrics for 2 years in the school setting as well as in outpatient clinics and loves working with her kiddos. Kacey joined the team in December 2023 and she is excited to continue to learn and grow her skills! Kacey has worked with many kids with many different diagnosis including ASD, ODD, CP, intellectual delays, as well as sensory processing disorders including feeding challenges. Kacey believes that play is the way! She is a full supporter that the child should be the biggest leader and influencer for progress. FUNctional therapy is one of the best ways to establish growth! When she isn’t at work, Kacey loves to craft, read, bake and hangout with her fur baby Augustus.

Quinn Roderick PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Quinn received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Utica University in New York after completing her Bachelor’s of Science in Health Studies. She has three years of pediatric experience within preschool and outpatient settings across New York and Arizona. Quinn is passionate about making therapy fun and using play-based methods to help children improve their confidence and independence. In her free time, Quinn enjoys reading, building legos, going on walks, and playing board games with her family.

Erin Kraus MA, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Erin is originally from Pennsylvania and recently moved to North Carolina to begin her career as a Speech Language Pathologist. She earned her Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology at Kent State University where she also minored in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Erin utilizes individualized, play-based, child-centered approaches while working with her clients. She was inspired to be an SLP by her sister who was a non-verbal communicator. In her free time, Erin enjoys going on walks, going to the beach, painting, and being with her two cats.

Raelyn Lawrence COTA
Occupational Therapist Assistant

Raelyn, a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant originally from Torrington, CT, brings over 20 years of experience providing therapy services to children of various ages and diagnoses. With particular interests in sensory integration, Raelyn is committed to following a neurodiversity-affirming, child-led, and play-based approach in her sessions. She prioritizes meaningful occupations for both the child and their family to foster motivation and fun in occupational therapy. Adept at assessing developmental needs, implementing individualized therapy plans, and collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams, Raelyn is passionate about achieving optimal outcomes and enhancing the lives of students with diverse needs. When Raelyn is not working, she is outdoors enjoying hiking, biking, and walking her dogs.

Savannah Price MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Savannah attended Appalachian State University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Reading Education. She later obtained a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Carolina. Savannah is passionate about working with children of all ages, with a particular interest in early intervention, language disorders, and reading intervention. In her free time, she enjoys going to the beach and spending time with her dog, friends, and family.

Haley Poythress MS, OTR
Occupational Therapist

Haley is an occupational therapist born and raised in North Carolina. She received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Appalachian State in 2020 and her Masters in Occupational Therapy from East Carolina University in 2022. She has training in DIR Floortime, and is particularly passionate about providing child and family centered care to help patients to achieve their maximum potential. When Haley is not in the office she is most likely riding horses, making music/playing the flute, or spending time with her dog Hazel.

Brittney Haas MS, CCC-SLP, CLC

Speech-Language Pathologist

Brittney Haas, M.S., CCC-SLP, CLC, joined our team in March 2025. She graduated from Bowling Green State University in 2023 and has worked in pediatrics since. Her clinical interests include pediatric feeding, gestalt language processing, and play-based language development. As a Certified Lactation Counselor, Brittney integrates feeding support into her sessions and prioritizes child-led, functional approaches that center around play and daily routines. She values parent education to support carryover of skills at home. Outside of work, Brittney enjoys running, cooking, and cheering on the Cleveland Browns and Cavaliers.

Lexi Olauson, OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Lexi Olauson received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Methodist University. Lexi’s approach to therapy is client-centered, and she loves helping families create schedules, add structure, build community connections, and promote healthy lifestyles for their children. She prioritizes parent education as an invaluable part of the treatment process, ensuring that children benefit and successfully carry over learned strategies into their daily environments. On weekends, Lexi enjoys walking in her neighborhood with family, painting on canvas, and traveling.

Hallie Piehler MS, SLP-CCC
Speech-Language Pathologist

Hallie was born and raised in Morehead City, NC. She received her undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Appalachian State University and her master’s degree in Speech Pathology from East Carolina University. Hallie has experience serving people across the lifespan with various communication, cognitive, and/or swallowing disorders. When Hallie is not working in the clinic, she is often walking her cocker spaniel, Ginny, painting, or reading a good book!

Kalindi Vaswani MS, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Kalindi earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and completed her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Kalindi brings five years of experience working with children and has supported clients with articulation and phonological disorders, language disorders, autism, and craniofacial differences. After graduation, she remained in North Carolina and joined the Dymond team. In her free time, Kalindi enjoys hiking, reading, and walking her dog.

Alex Woolverton MS, OTR
Occupational Therapist

Alex, a North Carolina native, earned her undergraduate degree from UNC Chapel Hill in 2021 and her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from East Carolina University in 2024. She joined DSR in 2025 and has experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, and rare genetic conditions. Alex has a special interest in helping adolescents with autism build independence in driving and community mobility. She uses a play-based, child-centered approach and values strong collaboration with families. Outside of work, she enjoys crafting, reading, and spending time with her husband and dog.

Joanna Maier MS, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Joanna is a licensed speech-language pathologist with a passion for supporting communication and language development across various populations. They bring experience from multiple clinical settings and are committed to providing individualized, evidence-based care. Their approach emphasizes collaboration, functional goals, and helping clients reach their full potential. Outside of work, Joanna enjoys staying active and spending time with family and friends.

Cindy Eisenburg MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Therapist

Cindy is a licensed speech-language pathologist who is passionate about helping individuals strengthen their communication skills across a range of needs and backgrounds. They have experience in diverse clinical settings and are dedicated to delivering personalized, evidence-based therapy. Their approach focuses on functional goals, collaboration with families, and empowering clients to thrive in everyday life. In their free time, Cindy enjoys being active and spending quality time with loved ones.

Rachael McWilliams, OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Rachael is a passionate occupational therapist who joined the DSR team in June 2025 after earning her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Duke University. She has experience working with individuals of various ages and backgrounds, and her approach is child- and family-centered, focusing on functional participation through fun, engaging activities. During graduate school, she partnered with the Autism Society of North Carolina to create a puberty education program for adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder, sparking her passion for neurodiversity-affirming care and accessible education. Rachael is also a proud hearing aid user and the author of The Little Computers Behind My Ears, a children’s book about hearing impairments. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, trying new restaurants, and listening to country music.

Kennedy Wilkins MS, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Kennedy Wilkins is a Clinical Fellow in Speech-Language Pathology and a recent graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Originally from a rural town in southern Virginia, she is excited to begin her career serving the Sanford community. Throughout her academic training, Kennedy gained valuable experience working with children in an elementary school setting, as well as those with craniofacial differences and neurological disorders. She is passionate about providing client-centered care and has special interests in cognition, swallowing, and social communication. Outside of her clinical work, Kennedy enjoys baking, discovering new coffee shops and bookstores, and spending time on hiking trails.

Kiana Johnson SLP-CCC
Speech Language Pathologist

Kiana Johnson is a Speech-Language Pathologist who earned her Master’s degree from Radford University in Radford, Virginia. She has six years of experience working with the pediatric population using child-led play therapy with a focus on expressive/receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, fluency disorders, and AAC. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, camping, traveling, and spending time with family. 

Paola Catala Villan M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Kylee DeRocha PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Kylee DeRocha, brings 2.5 years of clinical experience to her role as a pediatric physical therapist. Kylee has a special interest in working with children with developmental delays, Autism spectrum disorder, Down Syndrome, Genetic conditions, and Torticollis. She believes that meaningful progress emerges when children feel motivated, supported, and confident, and she prioritizes family collaboration to help carry therapeutic strategies into daily routines. In addition to her clinical work, Kylee serves as a clinical instructor, mentoring physical therapy students and helping them develop strong, practical skills as they advance in their education. Outside the clinic, Kylee enjoys kayaking, baking, and watching women’s basketball.

Weldon Maldonado Rodriguez M.S.,CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Weldon Maldonado Rodríguez, is a bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist with over 10 years of experience working with children and families across clinical, school, and early intervention settings. Weldon provides individualized therapy in English and Spanish, specializing in early language development, autism spectrum support, and AAC. His approach prioritizes collaboration, culturally responsive practices, and building functional communication skills that support everyday life. Originally from Aibonito, Puerto Rico, Weldon enjoys photography, gardening, exploring nature, and spending time with his cat, Argus.


Carly Sullivan MOT, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Carly was born and raised in Connecticut, but recently relocated to North Carolina!  She graduated from Bay Path University with her Master’s of Occupational Therapy Degree and has been practicing for 5 years. She has always worked in pediatric outpatient settings and has a passion for helping children reach their full potential. Carly has worked with a variety of neurological and developmental disorders, including but not limited to: ASD, ODD, ADHD, Down Syndrome, intellectual disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and feeding. She believes that optimal results are achieved through a triangle approach between the client, caregiver, and therapist. She prioritizes finding the intrinsic motivation within each child and what is most meaningful to them to make the therapeutic process fun! When she isn’t at work, Carly enjoys being outdoors, reading, baking, and hanging out with her two cats Penelope and Marty. 


Diana Longwell. OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Diana Longwell is an experienced occupational therapist with a background in inpatient and outpatient neuro-rehabilitation. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Virginia Tech in 2011 and her Doctor of Occupational Therapy from Creighton University in 2017. Her clinical interests include sensory processing and executive functioning. Diana provides neurodiversity-affirming, play-based therapy grounded in the belief that all children have the potential to thrive when given the right support. She values authentic connection and takes a holistic approach to empowering children and their families. Outside of work, Diana enjoys hiking, traveling, homeschooling, and spending time with her kids.

Zoe Longo M.A., CFY-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Zoe has experience supporting individuals across the lifespan and holds a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from West Chester University. Her clinical interests include AAC, autism, geriatric swallowing disorders, and language disorders, and she utilizes a patient-centered, family-focused approach to provide compassionate, functional, evidence-based care. Outside of work, Zoe enjoys spending time with her cat, traveling, and connecting with friends and family.

Annie McKay COTA/L
Occupational Therapy Assistant

Annie is thrilled to join the Dymond team in October 2025 and loves working with families to attain the just-right tools that make every day more doable. Annie specializes in play-based interventions and neurodevelopmental treatment with a focus on using a holistic approach and neurodiverse-affirming interventions.  Annie especially values the warm connections built with patients and their families, recognizing them to be crucial for achieving therapeutic goals. In her free time, Annie enjoys cooking, reading, dancing, sewing, swimming and playing tennis, and is working on her gardening skills. 

Robin Bilodeau. M.S, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Robin Bilodeau, is a pediatric occupational therapist whose philosophy is that small steps forward translate to big gains. Her clinical background includes specialized fieldwork on the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Team at Vanderbilt Stallworth Inpatient Rehabilitation, as well as experience in the pediatric ICU, burn ICU, and NICU at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Hospital. As an Albert Schweitzer fellow, Robin assisted in hosting a no-cost fall prevention program for adults, evaluating balance, visual acuity, and peripheral vision. Robin’s experience includes neuro-rehabilitation and providing Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) for children with cerebral palsy. Her therapeutic approach centers on the priorities of the family and child, ensuring therapy is fun and play-centered. Outside of her clinical practice, Robin enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, baking, gardening, and cheering for the Denver Broncos.

Chris Dymond
Practice Manager

Chris joined Dymond Speech & Rehab in 2023 and currently serves as Practice Manager. Chris has a unique mix of experience, from business strategy to leading cross-functional teams. Most recently, Chris served as a product manager on the Communications Team at Walgreens, where he was responsible for creating the strategy around their transactional email communications. Chris was drawn to working in the clinic as he reflected on his experience growing up in the clinic, seeing the life-changing services provided, and wanting to contribute to the clinic’s mission.