Meet the team
Lisa Hamblin, M.S., CCC-SLP
Lisa has worked with kids since her days in college coaching gymnastics for children. Lisa is stimulated by watching children learn and succeed. “Their inner light shines so bright,” she says, and it's this passion that serves as the foundation of SCT's mission to support and enrich the lives of children.
Lisa's therapy focuses on a child's specific needs and personality; a strategy that makes therapy feel more like play and less like work. Her specialties include autism spectrum disorders and advanced training in early speech and language development. Her training and experience with children birth to three years gives her a deep understanding of how to help children at any age. When Lisa founded SCT, she made training in birth to three years a requirement for all therapists as part of her effort to provide the best therapy possible for every child.
At home, Lisa has had the opportunity to guide the development of her own children – ages 24, 22, and 10. She finds relaxation in physical activities like running and rock climbing.
Education: M.S., Speech-Language Pathology: University of Washington
Founded SCT in April of 2006
Amanda Cosand, M.S., CCC-SLP
For Amanda, the greatest joy as a speech pathologist comes from knowing she is making a positive difference in the lives of the children she works with. Every day she has the opportunity to change how children experience and interact with the world around them and she is passionate about helping them blossom to their highest potential – especially if it means making a big mess with food.
She has been fascinated with children and Child Development for as long as she can remember and is particularly interested in decreasing sensory aversions and increasing limited food repertoire for children with feeding aversions. She also loves having fun with toddlers while she helps them discover new words and experience the joys of the world around them.
Education: M.A., Speech and Hearing Sciences: Washington State University
Part of the SCT family since: January 2012
Tran Nguyen, M.S., CCC-SLP
Although Tran was always interested in language and how it’s acquired, it was her experience working at an autism center that showed her, firsthand, the amazing impact she could have on a child’s language development. Since deciding to become an SLP, she’s never looked back and continues to be motivated by helping children understand the power of communication.
Tran thoroughly enjoys the creativity that working with children provides, and uses her training in PECS and LAMP-Words for Life to bring fun and engagement to her therapy sessions (hint: She’s a Play-Doh professional!). Tran also enjoys AAC and developing materials for her clients, and has a professional interest in language delays.
Originally from Victoria, BC, Tran lived (and survived!) in Australia for 2.5 years. When she’s not working with patients at SCT, Tran enjoys traveling, hiking, reading books, and spending time with her husband.
Education: M.S. Speech-Language Pathology: University of Queensland
Part of the SCT family since: September 2015
Anna Bohnett, M.S., CCC-SLP
Anna's interest in pediatric speech language pathology was inspired in part by the realization that early intervention can enable unparalleled long term benefits. From her first clinical experiences in university on to her most recent clients, Anna loves working with families to help children reach their communication potential.
After hiking the Te Araroa trail (1,800 miles through New Zealand!), Anna moved to Seattle from her home town of Memphis, TN. She is now busy exploring the Pacific Northwest with her husband. The energy she gains from spending time in nature is passed on to the children and families she sees.
Education: M.S., Communication Sciences and Disorders: University of Central Arkansas
Part of the SCT family since: July 2016
Camille Hopp, M.S., CCC-SLP
Camille’s favorite part of therapy is seeing a child happy and proud of their success. Coming from a background in psychology and behavior, Camille chose to pursue a career as a Speech-Language Pathologist after watching a non-verbal four year old she was nannying transition into a talkative seven year old with the help of speech therapy. Armed with endless patience and an inquisitive nature, Camille works hard to sort out what is challenging for a child and arrive at meaningful goals. With clear goals in mind, Camille loves to bring her creativity to each therapy session while keeping her kids engaged and motivated.
In her free time, Camille loves to be active and outdoors. Whether it be barre/yoga, golfing, or using her Seahawks season tickets, Camille is always finding fun and engaging ways to spend her time. While not a master of any martial arts, we do note that Camille is an organizational ninja.
Education: M.S., Communication Sciences and Disorders: Pacific University
Part of the SCT family since: August 2019
Anthony Roy, M.S., CCC-SLP
Anthony strives to help his community and positively change the lives of those who live in it. This passion is reflected not only in the education he has pursued, degrees in both Special Education and Speech-Language Pathology, but the way he spends his time. Anthony has experience as a Respite Care Provider caring for in-need children. He has found that as children strengthen their communication abilities, their confidence and social interactions with others improve as well. Currently, Anthony gives back through his work at Sammamish Children’s Therapy as well as his position as a Captain in the Army National Guard.
In his limited free time between helping kids and the National Guard, Anthony enjoys almost any outdoor activity from camping to golfing. As an avid Seahawk fan and a Zag basketball fan, Anthony always tries to set time aside to cheer his teams on.
Education: M.S., Communication Sciences and Disorders: Eastern Washington University
Part of the SCT family since: January 2020
Carrie Arritt, M.S., CCC-SLP
“I am always ready to pretend to be a magical creature!” Carrie wants to be constantly learning, challenging herself to try new ideas and to find new ways to motivate her clients. Her interest in the field was sparked by time spent volunteering with children in a hospital setting, and later by shadowing a speech-language pathologist. Carrie is the only SCT therapist who is a certified “Baby Cuddler.” In that undergraduate experience, Carrie provided human contact and interactions to sick and premature infants.
Outside of work, Carrie likes exploring new areas and hiking. She and her husband love to travel, and are visiting all of the National Parks. Her move from Virginia to Washington is helping them with 3 additional locations on that bucket list.
Education: M.S., Speech-Language Pathology: James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Part of the SCT family since: January, 2023
Barrett Calabro, M.S., CCC-SLP
The love and care that Barrett puts into her therapy is apparent to everyone at the clinic, as well as her families. Barrett describes her sessions as child-driven and collaborative. Her objective is to ensure meaningful progress, mapping therapy goals into the activities that engage each client. Barrett discovered Speech-Language Pathology while studying human development, and found it blended her passions for education and nursing. She has years of experience working with clients possessing diverse diagnoses, spanning ages from birth to adolescence. Barrett is a native Washingtonian and Seahawks fan. We have come to accept that she roots for the Cougars before the Huskies.
Education: M.S., Communication Disorders: Arizona State University
Part of the SCT family since: July, 2023
Raylyn Chagolla, B.S., SLPA
Raylyn’s interest in child development began while in university. A child’s ability to communicate is, in her words, “foundational to successful navigation through life.” Raylyn is passionate about enabling others to communicate – by device, pictures, signing, or speaking – and achieve more effective daily interactions.
Through SCT, Raylyn aligns her work ethic with our shared mission to help children reach their full potential. Raylyn enjoys traveling and spending time with family. She finds solace in organization and joy in creating immaculate charcuterie boards.
Education: B.S., Communication Science Disorders: Idaho State University
Part of the SCT family since: July 2022
Isaiah Hamblin
What started out as giving valuable experience to high schoolers, has ended up being a foundational role. The students of Issaquah High have proven time and time again to have the ability to become important members of the SCT family. Our current High School Intern is Isaiah. With an impressive GPA, lively energy, and artistic talent, he is more than well-suited to work with our SCT family.
You will find him tutoring our students, aiding in Social Groups, making therapy materials, and keeping the clinic decorated and organized.
Education: Issaquah High School
Part of the SCT family since: August 2023