Natalie Donihi, M.S., CCC, Speech-Language Pathologist

Natalie Donihi joined the Blossom staff as the Speech and Language Pathologist in 2003.  She earned a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Florida. Following graduation, she went on to complete a clinical fellowship with the Pasco County School District. Continuing to work with the special needs population, Natalie eventually earned the title of Sunray Elementary School's Teacher of the Year 2002-2003, as well as Chairperson of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and ESE Team Leader.

Additionally, Natalie designed and implemented Pasco County's first Communication Disorders Preschool program and taught American Sign Language I & II at the high school level. Outside of her dedication to Blossom Montessori School for the Deaf, Natalie currently provides home-based therapy services to children and adults of all abilities and ages. She believes that communication truly is the key to education and personal success. Her licensure and certification include a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Florida state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist, and a current Florida Educator's Certificate.