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About Expressions 4 Kids
Your Boca Raton Speech and Occupational Therapy Center

Expressions 4 Kids

Meet the Team

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

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Our nationally board certified and Florida licensed therapists specialize in the treatment of pediatric speech therapy,  child development , autism therapy, language disorders, sensory integration and more.

 

 

At Expression 4 Kids of Boca Raton, we work directly with you and your child in assessing your needs.

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​Hilary Hasson  M.A., CCC-SLP 

Owner/Speech-Language Pathologist

Hilary is a nationally board certified and Florida licensed speech-language pathologist. She graduated cum laude from the University of Central Florida where she also earned her Master of Arts Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Hilary has worked in pediatric outpatient rehabilitation clinics, child development centers, autism therapy centers, and private practice settings seeing a diverse pediatric caseload.

Hilary is passionate about helping children with special needs as well as their families. She specializes in feeding aversion and dysphagia, childhood apraxia of speech, autism spectrum disorders, early intervention, oral motor treatment and sensory integration. Hilary is certified in the TR-eat Model for management of complex pediatric feeding disorders.
 
Hilary strives to implement the most effective evidence-based treatments to her patients and understands the value of a multidisciplinary team approach.  In her spare time, Hilary enjoys cooking healthy foods, painting, fitness and nature, and spending time with her family.
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​Alicia Burgos  M.A., CCC-SLP 

Speech-Language Pathologist

​Alicia is a nationally board certified and Florida licensed speech-language pathologist. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech Pathology & Audiology from the State University of New York at Geneseo.  She also earned a Master of Arts with Distinction in Speech-Language Pathology from Hofstra University in Long Island, New York. Alicia previously provided pediatric speech-language services in New York, Washington D.C. and Maryland working in public school and private practice settings.
 
Alicia has extensive experience in early intervention, as well as with pre-school and school-aged children. Some areas of expertise include receptive-expressive language disorders, speech sound disorders, phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech and autism spectrum disorders. Alicia also has a particular interest in identifying children at-risk for reading and writing difficulties secondary to speech-language disorders. She loves working with children to strengthen their abilities in reading and written language to improve future academic success.
 
As a new South Floridian, Alicia enjoys spending time outside with her family going for walks and exploring all the beautiful beaches. She’s also learning to play tennis.
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Danielle Mizrahi M.A., CF-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

​Danielle is a nationally board certified and  Florida licensed Speech-Language-Pathologist. She received her Bachelor’s degree at Rutgers University in Communication Sciences, and Master’s degree at Delaware Valley University in Speech Language Pathology.

Danielle chose this field because of her desire to help others and make a difference by witnessing clients grow and achieve their goals. She has worked with children ranging from 6 months-16 years and has experience working with children in schools and outpatient settings. Danielle is dedicated in providing quality care for her clients and implementing evidence based approaches in treatment sessions. In her free time, she enjoys reading, fitness, cooking and spending time with friends and family. 
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​Shelby Cornell, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Shelby is an Occupational Therapist who is Florida licensed and nationally board certified. Her professional journey includes providing occupational therapy services in New York City working in school and sensory gym settings. She graduated cum laude from Hofstra University in Long Island, NY. 
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Shelby’s passion is to provide services to children of all abilities and their families to engage in meaningful occupations. She specializes in addressing a range of developmental challenges, including sensory processing difficulties, fine or gross motor delays, visual motor challenges, and behavioral issues. Shelby has experience working with children with a range of conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, sensory disorders, hyperactivity, visual impairments, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, genetic disorders, and other developmental delays. She is committed to incorporating evidence-based practices and providing individualized care to ensure the best outcomes for her clients.
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Now calling South Florida home, Shelby enjoys outdoor activities with her family, friends, and her dog, Poncho. She has recently taken up pickleball and loves exploring Florida's nature trails and beaches. In addition, Shelby enjoys fitness, crafting, and cooking.
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Rose Balcer, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Rose graduated from Florida International University in 2011 with her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy. A board-certified and Florida-licensed therapist, Rose brings over a decade of pediatric experience across outpatient, home-health, and school-based settings. She has a heart for working with children of all ages, from 1 to 18 years old, and has extensive experience supporting those with ASD, ADD/ADHD, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and seizure disorders. Rose is dedicated to providing family-centered care and implementing evidence-based approaches in treatment sessions. Outside of the clinic, Rose loves spending quality time with her family.
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If you have any questions or concerns about speech or occupational therapy, please feel free to contact us using the form below. We typically respond within 1-3 business days.

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