SLC Therapy of WNY

Meet Our Team

Dedicated therapists and staff serving Western New York families since 2001

Our team of more than 30 therapists, specialists, and support staff are passionate about helping children grow, learn, and thrive. Each member of our team brings skill, dedication, and compassion to every family they serve — embodying what it means to be Talented, Ethical, Resourceful, Responsible, Inclusive, Flexible, Inspiring, and Compassionate.

SLC Staff

Our leadership and office team helps coordinate care, communication, and scheduling so families feel supported every step of the way.

Clinician speaking with a parent and child in a clinic setting

Tami Treutlein

Director / Speech-Language Pathologist

Tami Treutlein is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and founder of SLC Therapy of WNY. She received her Master’s in Communicative Science and Disorders from SUNY Geneseo and her undergraduate degree from Adelphi University. Tami also holds a certificate in Life Learning & Behavior Strategies for Children with Autism from the University of Rochester, and is a member of the Class of 2014 of the University at Buffalo School of Management’s Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership. Tami serves as a Girl Scout and Boy Scout leader and is a former board member for the Warsaw YMCA Branch and the Wyoming County Community Hospital Foundation. She is a wife and mother of four.

Sarah Maginnis

Director of Therapy Services/Speech Language Pathologist

Sarah Maginnis is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist who has been working with young children and their families since 2001. She received her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from Buffalo State College and her Bachelor’s Degree in Communicative Disorders and Sciences from SUNY Geneseo. Sarah joined SLC Therapy of WNY in 2011 and stepped into her current leadership role in 2020. An active therapist at heart, Sarah loves helping children and families discover functional and meaningful ways to communicate. She also has a passion for mentoring the next generation of therapists in her role as Supervisor to SLC’s Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellows.

Healthcare staff in an informal meeting
Staff meeting in a healthcare office

Tina Ciamaga

Director of First Impressions/Office Manager

Tina Ciamaga is the heartbeat of the SLC Therapy of WNY office. As our Director of First Impressions, Tina is often the first friendly voice families hear when they reach out to us. She keeps the office running smoothly, ensures nothing falls through the cracks, and brings warmth and organization to everything she does. If you’ve ever called our office, chances are Tina made your day a little brighter.

Lisa Tangeman

Director of Projects/Office Assistant

Lisa Tangeman brings creativity and energy to the SLC Therapy of WNY team. As our Director of Creative Projects, Lisa supports the office with fresh ideas, thoughtful communication, and a can-do attitude. She plays an important behind-the-scenes role in keeping our team connected and our families informed.

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Speech Therapy

Our speech-language pathologists help children find their voice. Whether your child is working on their first words, building language skills, improving articulation, or developing social communication — our SLPs meet each child where they are and guide them forward at their own pace.

Speech therapist working with a child using learning cubes

Samantha Conner

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Speech therapist teaching baby sign language to a child

Michelle Giancaterin

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Speech therapist playing with a child during a session

Brianna Gross

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Parent and child reading together to support language development

Julia Haeick

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Child learning with letter tiles during a therapy activity

Cathie Hnat

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Therapist supporting a child in a learning activity

Morgan Lewer

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Parent supporting a child during a pediatric appointment

Sarah Maginnis

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Therapy Coordinator

Nurse speaking with a parent and child in a friendly clinic

Julie Majchrowicz

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Pediatric clinician speaking with a family in a clinic

Hailey Parker

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Therapist meeting with a parent and baby in a clinic

Melissa Snyder

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Therapist and child working with blocks during a session

Leah Worthington

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Parent and child reading together at home

Pamela Zola

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Speech therapist supporting sign language learning with a child

Allison Chapman

Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Speech therapy play activity with a child

Kiersten Coley

Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Child learning letters during a developmental activity

Alexis Riester

Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Therapist supporting a child in a classroom-style activity

Kristina Roksvold

Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Occupational Therapy

Our occupational therapists help children build the everyday skills that make life easier. From fine motor development and sensory processing to self-care routines and play skills – our OTs work with children and families to support independence and confidence in daily life.

Parent and child building with blocks to support fine motor skills

Leah Bidtah

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Parent and child playing with modeling clay for hand strength

Ali Holmes

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Child sorting colorful pom-poms during a fine motor activity

Kellie Konye

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Grandparent and child playing a board game to practice skills

Amy Placta

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Physical Therapy

Our physical therapist helps children develop the strength, balance, and coordination they need to move through the world with confidence. Whether your child is working on early motor milestones or building skills for active play, our PT provides individualized support every step of the way.

Therapist and child working with blocks during a developmental activity

Robert Przybylak

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Hands working with colorful clay during a fine motor activity

Trinity Ruckdaschel

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Child stacking blocks with a parent

Katie Vranich

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Physical therapist supporting a child during an exercise session

Mary Kathryn (Katy) White

Physical Therapist (PT)

Special Education

Our special educators provide individualized support to help children with developmental delays build the foundational skills they need to learn and grow. Working closely with families and classroom teams, our specialists help children participate more fully in home, daycare, and preschool settings.

Therapist and child working with blocks during a developmental activity

Robert Przybylak

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Hands working with colorful clay during a fine motor activity

Trinity Ruckdaschel

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Child stacking blocks with a parent

Katie Vranich

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Physical therapist supporting a child during an exercise session

Mary Kathryn (Katy) White

Physical Therapist (PT)

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