Anna Lucia Cava
Savannah
Summary
Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with clinical expertise across pediatric and adult populations. Proficient in conducting standardized assessments and developing individualized treatment plans while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance communication development through evidence-based interventions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Clinician/Clinical Fellowship
Wee Care Pediatrics
Bloomingdale
01.2025 - Current
- Evaluate and treat speech sound disorders, including articulation and phonological impairments, using evidence-based approaches.
- Administer, score, and interpret standardized assessments (GFTA-3, REEL-4, PLS-5, Arizona-4, TOLD-I:5, CASL-2, DAYC-2, CELF:P-3) and obtain speech-language samples to guide clinical decision-making.
- Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans and measurable goals based on assessment findings.
- Provide speech-language therapy to pediatric clients (ages 1-17) with diverse communication disorders
- Delivered services across homes, daycares, schools, and clinics to address diverse client needs.
- Provide teletherapy services using virtual platforms to deliver effective, engaging speech-language intervention.
- Implemented and programmed AAC systems to enhance functional communication and facilitate language access.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including ABA therapists, BCBAs, and occupational therapists, to support comprehensive client care.
- Educated and collaborated with caregivers to ensure effective carryover of individualized treatment strategies.
Graduate Clinician
Cornerstone Pediatrics
Morgantown
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed customized therapy plans, tracking measurable progress to ensure effective skill development.
- Delivered AAC-supported therapy, enhancing communication skills for non-verbal and minimally verbal clients.
- Integrated sensory regulation techniques, improving individual engagement and comfort during sessions.
Graduate Clinician
Morgantown Health Care Center
Morgantown
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement personalized rehabilitation plans, improving patient recovery outcomes.
- Delivered tailored speech, language, swallowing, and voice therapy to enhance communication and swallowing abilities in adults aged 50-80+.
- Performed cognitive-linguistic assessments (MoCA, CLQT+).
Graduate Clinician
Monongah Elementary School
Monongah
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided targeted therapy for children aged 5-8 addressing speech sound disorders and language delays, enhancing communicative abilities.
- Conducted assessments to develop functional, goal-oriented treatment plans, ensuring tailored interventions.
- Conducted patient assessments and collected medical histories for pediatric patients.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for children with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care delivery.
Graduate Clinician
WVU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
Morgantown
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted assessments (GFTA-3, TNL-2, CTOPP-2, CELF-5, KBIT-2) to inform and tailor treatment plans.
- Developed individualized therapy plans that led to measurable improvements in client progress.
- Provided therapy to children aged 5-15 with diverse communication disorders, enhancing their communication skills.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Best Life Therapy
Bridgeport
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted in diagnosing speech and language disorders, contributing to evidence-based treatment plans.
- Collaborated in IEP meetings with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored intervention strategies.
- Provided therapy services for children aged 3-6 in educational and daycare settings.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders, Communications
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12-2022
Skills
- Pediatric Speech-Language Therapy
- Pediatric Assessment
- Augmentative communication
- Cognitive assessment
- Cognitive intervention
- Behavioral Interventions
- Language facilitation
- Evidence-Based Narrative Interventions
- Clinical Documentation
- SALT Transcription
- Narrative interventions
- Sensory Regulation Strategies
Affiliations
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - Student Member
- National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA)
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- HIPAA Compliance Training
- Mandated Reporter Training
Research
Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, WVU, Morgantown, WV, 01/01/23, 05/01/25, Researched professional development approaches focusing on narrative interventions., Conducted language assessments in elementary schools using SALT conventions., Analyzed linguistic progress with standardized tools (CELF-5, CTOPP-2, KBIT-2, TNL-2).
Timeline
Graduate Clinician/Clinical Fellowship
Wee Care Pediatrics
01.2025 - Current
Graduate Clinician
Cornerstone Pediatrics
08.2024 - 12.2024
Graduate Clinician
Morgantown Health Care Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Graduate Clinician
Monongah Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Graduate Clinician
WVU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
08.2023 - 12.2023
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Best Life Therapy
01.2023 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders, Communications
West Virginia University