Hello! I'm Mitza Nieves, M.S., CCC-SLP, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Speech-Language Pathologist certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and licensed by the Florida Department of Health.

For more than 13 years, I have worked with children in preschool through fifth grade, helping them improve their speech, communication, and confidence. My passion is helping children develop clear, intelligible speech and healthy oral habits that support lifelong communication success.

Before becoming a speech-language pathologist, I worked as a public school teacher, giving me a unique understanding of child development and the educational needs of children and families. I earned my bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Puerto Rico, a second bachelor's degree in Communicative Disorders and Sciences from Utah State University, and a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Florida.

My professional experience includes working with children with speech sound disorders and language delays. In addition, I have specialized training in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, allowing me to address oral habits and muscle patterns that can affect speech production, oral rest posture, breathing, chewing, swallowing, and overall oral development.

Today, my practice focuses on helping children improve:

• Articulation and speech sound production

• Tongue thrust and oral rest posture

• Mouth breathing and oral habits

• Orofacial myofunctional disorders

• Speech clarity and confidence

As a parent and clinician, I understand that every child is unique. My goal is to provide individualized, evidence-based therapy in a supportive environment where children feel successful, families feel informed, and progress is celebrated every step of the way.