Christine Stanton, MS, CCC-SLP, Clinical Director

Speech-Language Pathologist

Christine is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in Idaho, Washington, and California, and has been practicing for approximately 30 years. She also holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Christine Stanton attended the University of Redlands, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1991 and her Master of Science in 1993, both focused in Communicative Disorders with an emphasis in autism, early childhood language development, and language-based learning disabilities.

She specializes in the areas of speech, apraxia, receptive and expressive language, auditory processing, social skills, play, fluency, executive functioning, reading comprehension, writing, mindfulness, mindfulness-based stress reduction, mindful self-compassion and Collaborative Problem Solving®.

Lauren Burgheimer, MS, CCC-SLP, Professional Development Coordinator

Pediatric Speech Therapist

Hi, my name is Lauren Burgheimer and I am excited to be providing therapy at Synergy! I graduated from Northern Arizona University with a M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders. I have always had a passion for working with kids, and have clinical experience working with newborns through 18-year-olds. I have provided assessment and treatment for expressive and receptive language, articulation/speech sound production, feeding and swallowing, cognitive communication, stuttering, aural rehabilitation, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and social communication. My mission is to provide family-centered, individualized, and evidence-based therapy to help support the growth and development of your child. At home, I enjoy going on walks with my dogs, cooking, hiking, camping, and reading. I look forward to working with you and your family!

Kevin Penner, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Hello, my name is Kevin Penner. I’m a Speech Language Pathologist and hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

My practice is wide ranging, but has primarily focused on children with needs in language and literacy, social communication, executive function, augmentative and alternative communication, fluency, and speech sound disorders. My philosophy of practice is child-centered, multi-disciplinary, and focused on developing the skills needed for functional daily living and child interests. It is truly a joy to work with children and to see them develop skills that will benefit them in the years ahead. I am also passionate about parent coaching and mentoring, providing tools for the day to day.

I have spent 35 years working as a school-based Speech Language Pathologist treating students from 3 to 21 years. I graduated from Portland State University with a Master’s degree in 1991, with a focus on Speech and Hearing Sciences.

I enjoy spending time with my family, including my grandchildren. I like spending time outdoors, hiking, gardening, and fishing, and in recent years my wife and I have become novice birders.

Emma Wolk, MS, CF-SLP

Pediatric Speech Therapist

Hello,
My name is Emma Wolk and I am a Speech Language Pathologist. I graduated from Washington State University with a masters degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences. I completed my clinical internship here at Synergy and I am thrilled to continue working here as an SLP:

My passion for speech therapy began with watching my Autistic brother succeed in speech therapy. He was non-verbal until the age of five but he now has excellent speech and language skills that help him succeed as a working adult. This experience paired with my desire to help children learn made this career the perfect fit! I have clinical experience assessing and treating kids in the areas of speech, apraxia, fluency, language, social skills, feeding, AAC, play, and executive functioning. I am thrilled to be providing therapy at Synergy Healthcare for Kids.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and family. We enjoy fishing, boating, hiking, and any other outdoor activities. We are expecting our first child in November and cannot wait to become parents! I am honored to serve you and your family.

Savannah Lovitt, MS, CCC-SLP

Pediatric Speech Therapist

Hi, my name is Savannah Lovitt and I am so happy to be joining the Synergy family! I graduated from the University of Montana with a M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders and I have experience working with kiddos ages 5 through 14 years of age. I have spent the last 5 years providing evaluation and treatment of expressive and receptive language, articulation/speech sound production, stuttering, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and social communication in the public school setting. My focus is to provide a fun, child led, collaborative, and holistic approach to therapy aimed at bettering your child’s ability to communicate effectively across all contexts. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my friends, family, and dogs, spending time outside, teaching dance, and traveling. I can’t wait to meet you and work with your family!

Diana Williams, CCC-SLP

Feeding consultant

Diana is an Idaho licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology through the American Speech-Language- Hearing Association (ASHA).
Diana earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Washington State University in 2011 and a Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from Idaho State University in 2015. She also is Trust-based relational intervention (TBRI) caregiver trained. Diana has experience working with children in outpatient, school, and acute care practice settings.
Diana specializes in pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders, orofacial myofunctional disorders, pediatric dysarthria, speech sound disorders, and early receptive and expressive language.