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Philip Menard, CCC-SLP
Philip Menard, CCC-SLP
Philip Menard, CCC-SLP
Philip Menard is the clinical director of Arbor Autism Centers and a speech language pathologist. He created the STEPS Autism Program and ToMs Theory of Mind Gaming Program at the University of Michigan and has over 20 years of experience helping families with autism. His understanding of the unique interplay between communication, behavior, development, and motivation within our environment helps to create the most effective, individualized programming. These strategies that apply research principles in clinical settings and their outcomes have been presented nationally.
Nikki Hamp, MD, FAAP
Philip Menard, CCC-SLP
Philip Menard, CCC-SLP
Dr. Hamp is the medical director of Arbor Autism Centers and co-chair of the advocacy committed for the Section on Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics (SODBP). She serves as Michigan's Early Childhood Champion for the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Council on Early Childhood. She sits on the board for the Autism Alliance of Michigan and the steering committee for the Think Babies Michigan Policy Initiative. Her advocacy efforts are extensive with her clinical focus including autism and developmental disabilities.
SLP Team
Amanda Jager
Megan Wilcoxon
Megan Wilcoxon
Amanda Jager is a licensed speech language pathologist and the lead feeding specialist at Arbor Autism Centers. She received her bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders from Grand Valley State University and accepted an internship with Michigan Medicine’s STEPS Autism Program. After successful completion of the STEPS int
Amanda Jager is a licensed speech language pathologist and the lead feeding specialist at Arbor Autism Centers. She received her bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders from Grand Valley State University and accepted an internship with Michigan Medicine’s STEPS Autism Program. After successful completion of the STEPS internship, Amanda attended Emerson College where she received her master’s degree in speech language pathology. Amanda’s graduate clinical work focused on the evaluation and treatment of pediatric feeding disorders and feeding difficulties for children with autism. During her clinical fellowship, Amanda developed the Arbor EATS Feeding Program which seeks to provide evidence-based treatment to children with pediatric feeding disorders and a variety of feeding difficulties.
Megan Wilcoxon
Megan Wilcoxon
Megan Wilcoxon
Megan Wilcoxon is a licensed speech language pathologist with several years of experience serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism. She received a master’s degree in speech language pathology from Saint Mary’s College in South Bend, Indiana. While there, she earned a second Master of Arts degree in Autism Studies, enabl
Megan Wilcoxon is a licensed speech language pathologist with several years of experience serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism. She received a master’s degree in speech language pathology from Saint Mary’s College in South Bend, Indiana. While there, she earned a second Master of Arts degree in Autism Studies, enabling her to support individuals with autism through a holistic approach. Her personal and professional passions include advocating for and supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, as evidenced by her work and volunteer experiences within center-based schools, hospitals, clinics, universities, supported living homes, and summer respite camps. In her free time, Megan enjoys reading, playing board and card games, visiting friends, and traveling across the U.S. and abroad.
Erin Hacker
Megan Wilcoxon
Erin Hacker
Erin Hacker is a licensed speech language pathologist who obtained her master's degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Indiana University. Throughout her undergraduate and graduate studies, Erin had a primary focus on working with pediatric clients and found a passion for working with individuals with autism. Erin has gained valuable
Erin Hacker is a licensed speech language pathologist who obtained her master's degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Indiana University. Throughout her undergraduate and graduate studies, Erin had a primary focus on working with pediatric clients and found a passion for working with individuals with autism. Erin has gained valuable experience treating, evaluating, and advocating for her clients. During her clinical fellowship, she developed and implemented the Arbor parent support group that meets the last Friday of every month at 12:00pm. Starting in the Summer of 2024, Erin will also begin evaluating and treating feeding disorders at Arbor! In her free time, Erin enjoys volunteering with Special Olympics Michigan, reading, and exploring new nature trails to run on.
Jordan Gopi
Elise Hiskens
Erin Hacker
Jordan Gopi is a speech language pathology clinical fellow with several years of experience serving children and their families. Prior to pursuing her graduate studies, Jordan worked as a social worker in a variety of roles serving children in foster care and children with mental health diagnoses. She received a master’s degree in speech
Jordan Gopi is a speech language pathology clinical fellow with several years of experience serving children and their families. Prior to pursuing her graduate studies, Jordan worked as a social worker in a variety of roles serving children in foster care and children with mental health diagnoses. She received a master’s degree in speech language pathology from Eastern Michigan University. While interning at Arbor Autism Centers, during her graduate program, Jordan found a passion for children with autism and is excited to continue to serve arbor families. During her free time, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her dogs, hiking, and reality TV.
Elise Hiskens
Elise Hiskens
Elise Hiskens
Elise Hiskens is a speech language pathology clinical fellow. She obtained her master’s degree in speech language pathology from Eastern Michigan University. Elise is passionate about working with children with autism and has previously worked in schools as a teacher and chaplain in the United States, Australia, and South Korea. During a
Elise Hiskens is a speech language pathology clinical fellow. She obtained her master’s degree in speech language pathology from Eastern Michigan University. Elise is passionate about working with children with autism and has previously worked in schools as a teacher and chaplain in the United States, Australia, and South Korea. During a graduate school internship, Elise realized a passion for partnering with families to support communication in children. Originally from Australia, Elise has lived throughout the Midwest and now calls Ypsilanti home. In her free time, Elise enjoys being outside, drinking tea, and reading.
OT Team
Katelynn Kemski
Celeste Krawchuck
Katelynn Kemski
Katelynn Kemski is the program coordinator for Arbor Autism Centers, licensed occupational therapy, autism swim certified provider, and certified lifeguard. She has spent the entirety of her career working in pediatrics, most specifically focusing on autism treatment. Katelynn obtained a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Grand
Katelynn Kemski is the program coordinator for Arbor Autism Centers, licensed occupational therapy, autism swim certified provider, and certified lifeguard. She has spent the entirety of her career working in pediatrics, most specifically focusing on autism treatment. Katelynn obtained a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Grand Valley State University and started her career at Michigan Medicine as a student intern training in the STEPS Autism Treatment Program. Shortly after, she became a permanent member of the STEPS treatment team. She is now continuing to follow her passion for working with children with autism and their families.
Alyssa Slaker
Celeste Krawchuck
Katelynn Kemski
Alyssa Slaker is a licensed occupational therapist who received her Master's of Science at Grand Valley State University. Alyssa has always had a passion for working with children though her experience includes people of all ages. Her experience with autism, those with mental health challenges, and those who have faced trauma add to our t
Alyssa Slaker is a licensed occupational therapist who received her Master's of Science at Grand Valley State University. Alyssa has always had a passion for working with children though her experience includes people of all ages. Her experience with autism, those with mental health challenges, and those who have faced trauma add to our team perspective and effectiveness. Alyssa started her career in the school setting and is excited to bring her knowledge and experience to help better serve families at Arbor Autism Centers.
Celeste Krawchuck
Celeste Krawchuck
Celeste Krawchuck
Celeste Krawchuck is a licensed occupational therapist who has worked with children and their families who have been affected by autism, various genetic disorders, and developmental delays. She obtained a master's degree in occupational therapy from Western Michigan University and began her career at an autism clinic in Ohio, where she in
Celeste Krawchuck is a licensed occupational therapist who has worked with children and their families who have been affected by autism, various genetic disorders, and developmental delays. She obtained a master's degree in occupational therapy from Western Michigan University and began her career at an autism clinic in Ohio, where she initiated their occupational therapy program. She has also worked in an outpatient pediatric clinic with children of all ages. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and being outside.
Alison Braden
Kelsey Honsberger
Celeste Krawchuck
Alison Braden is a licensed occupational therapist who has worked with children and their families in a variety of settings prior to and after becoming an occupational therapist. She obtained a master's degree in occupational therapy from Western Michigan University and began her career working for a school district near Grand Rapids, wh
Alison Braden is a licensed occupational therapist who has worked with children and their families in a variety of settings prior to and after becoming an occupational therapist. She obtained a master's degree in occupational therapy from Western Michigan University and began her career working for a school district near Grand Rapids, where she worked as the sole OT to support children from 2-18 to participate in school activities, and education. She has also worked in outpatient pediatric clinics with children of all ages, and has specialized training in feeding therapy, behavioral approaches, and the use of assistive technology for participation. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, and friends, traveling, exercising, music, and trying new restaurants.
Darcie Shaw
Kelsey Honsberger
Kelsey Honsberger
Darcie Shaw is a licensed occupational therapist who recently received her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) at Grand Valley State University. Using a client-centered approach, she has always had a passion for empowering her patients to overcome barriers needed to perform meaningful, everyday activities! Throughout her clin
Darcie Shaw is a licensed occupational therapist who recently received her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) at Grand Valley State University. Using a client-centered approach, she has always had a passion for empowering her patients to overcome barriers needed to perform meaningful, everyday activities! Throughout her clinical experience, Darcie has provided skilled treatment to individuals of various ages and diagnoses. Her passion for working with children with Autism strengthened while completing her 3-month clinical rotation as an occupational therapy student at Arbor Autism Centers. Darcie is excited to continue to help better serve families at Arbor Autism Centers! In her free time, Darcie enjoys spending time with her boyfriend/family/friends, reading, walking her dog, and trying new restaurants.
Kelsey Honsberger
Kelsey Honsberger
Kelsey Honsberger
Kelsey Honsberger is a licensed occupational therapist who has several years of experience working in pediatrics. Her passion for working with children and their families began while working in preschools and running youth programs at her local YMCA. She received her doctorate degree in occupational therapy at the University of Toledo. Sh
Kelsey Honsberger is a licensed occupational therapist who has several years of experience working in pediatrics. Her passion for working with children and their families began while working in preschools and running youth programs at her local YMCA. She received her doctorate degree in occupational therapy at the University of Toledo. She also has experience in the outpatient pediatric setting through work and graduate school. In her free time, she enjoys trying new restaurants, listening to music, and spending time with family, friends, and her pets.
Kelsey primarily works in the school setting now, but helps support our Arbor patients and families during the summer months.
ABA Team
Jessica Morrison
Jessica Morrison is a board-certified behavior analyst who attended University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign, obtaining her Bachelors in Psychology with a child development focus. After graduating in 2001, she worked in Illinois as a case manager at a residential facility for men living with developmental disabilities. She moved back to Mi
Jessica Morrison is a board-certified behavior analyst who attended University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign, obtaining her Bachelors in Psychology with a child development focus. After graduating in 2001, she worked in Illinois as a case manager at a residential facility for men living with developmental disabilities. She moved back to Michigan to attend Wayne State University. There she obtained her Masters in Counseling with a focus on School and Rehabilitation Counseling. She began working in public schools in 2007 as a paraprofessional. After graduating with her masters in 2009, she continued working in the schools as a paraprofessional, Title 1 coordinator, and substitute counselor. She went back to school for her Behavior Analyst Degree in 2012. Jessica is a fan of soccer and closely follows Tottenham Hotspur FC. She lives in Ann Arbor with her partner, Allen, two kids and two cats.
Interns
Jordan Bycofski
Jordan Bycofski
Jordan Bycofski
Jordan Bycofski obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Michigan. She will begin a Master of Occupational Therapy program at the University of St. Augustine in January 2025. Before joining Arbor, she worked and volunteered in various pediatric settings, including childcare, animal-assisted therapy, and swim ins
Jordan Bycofski obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Michigan. She will begin a Master of Occupational Therapy program at the University of St. Augustine in January 2025. Before joining Arbor, she worked and volunteered in various pediatric settings, including childcare, animal-assisted therapy, and swim instruction. While Jordan has many interests in occupational therapy specializations, she has a special place in her heart for aquatic therapy and teaching safety swim skills to children with autism and other special needs. In her free time, she loves to travel, spend time with her dogs, and read books.
Xayla Van
Jordan Bycofski
Jordan Bycofski
Xayla Van is an intern who completed her associate degree at Washtenaw Community College. She plans to study psychology at Eastern Michigan University in the fall of 2025. Xayla discovered her passion for working with children in 2016, at the age of 12. She earned her babysitting certification from the American Red Cross during this time
Xayla Van is an intern who completed her associate degree at Washtenaw Community College. She plans to study psychology at Eastern Michigan University in the fall of 2025. Xayla discovered her passion for working with children in 2016, at the age of 12. She earned her babysitting certification from the American Red Cross during this time and has been working with children ever since. After graduate school, she aims to work in a therapeutic pediatric setting, where she is excited to help children grow and develop. In her free time, Xayla enjoys reading, decorating, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
Admin Team
Anne Ryan
Gabriela Augustinaitis
Chris Kemski
Anne Ryan is the lead administrator of Arbor Autism Centers, bringing over 20 years of experience in helping families navigate the complexities of health care and insurance. Her sensitivity to patient perspectives and her dedication to facilitating access to health care have proven invaluable to countless families. Anne is also the founde
Anne Ryan is the lead administrator of Arbor Autism Centers, bringing over 20 years of experience in helping families navigate the complexities of health care and insurance. Her sensitivity to patient perspectives and her dedication to facilitating access to health care have proven invaluable to countless families. Anne is also the founder and producer of a local aerial arts training facility. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, dancing, and relaxing with friends and family.
Chris Kemski
Gabriela Augustinaitis
Chris Kemski
Christopher Kemski is the medical biller for Arbor Autism Centers, bringing over 15 years of experience in coordinating appointments. Growing up with a brother who had cerebral palsy, Christopher pursued a path to provide support and understanding to all the families he encounters. His passion for the arts has led him to serve as the firs
Christopher Kemski is the medical biller for Arbor Autism Centers, bringing over 15 years of experience in coordinating appointments. Growing up with a brother who had cerebral palsy, Christopher pursued a path to provide support and understanding to all the families he encounters. His passion for the arts has led him to serve as the first assistant director on a feature film, perform live, and give back by teaching music.
Gabriela Augustinaitis
Gabriela Augustinaitis
Gabriela Augustinaitis
Gabriela Augustinaitis is the receptionist for Arbor Autism Centers and brings over ten years of customer service experience. She’s passionate about supporting families and patients, with a background in event coordination and healthcare administration. Gabriela’s commitment to inclusivity and diversity aligns with Arbor Autism Centers’ values, making her a valuable addition to the team.