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Our therapists
Teresa Owens M.S.,CCC-SLP/A
Teresa is a highly qualified professional, dually-certified as an audiologist and speech pathologist. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master of Science in Audiology from the University of North Texas, and a Master of Science in Communication Disorders from Texas Woman's University. As the co-founder of Shine Speech Therapy and Social Language Center, Teresa brings her extensive experience and specialization to the team. With 35 years of experience in speech pathology, she has developed expertise in working with children with cleft lip/palate and phonological processes. She also has a passion for treating Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). Teresa is heavily involved with several community-based organizations which help to support children in the Permian Basin. When she is not volunteering, Teresa loves spending time with her two grandchildren! She also is an avid needle pointer!
Heather Driggers M.S.,CCC-SLP
Heather is an experienced speech-language pathologist who has devoted over 17 years to working with students in public schools with diverse communication needs. As the co-founder of Shine Speech Therapy and Social Language Center, Heather brings her expertise to bear on helping children with autism and social language deficits. She has a passion for supporting non-speaking children in developing language skills using both verbal and augmentative and alternative communication approaches. In addition to her specialization, Heather has extensive experience in leading social language groups, incorporating assistive technology into speech therapy sessions, and working with students who have behavioral challenges. Heather earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin and a Master of Science in Communication Disorders from Texas Woman's University. Heather has been married to Cody for 26 years and they have two sons. In her free time, Heather reads every book she can get her hands on!
Emily Coppedge M.S.,CCC-SLP
Emily is a skillful professional who earned her Master of Science in Communication Disorders from Texas Woman's University. With over seven years of experience as a licensed Speech Pathology Assistant in a school district, she has honed her skills and gained valuable insights into the field. Emily's commitment to her community runs deep, having spent most of her life in Odessa, except for the years she spent pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology/Audiology in Denton, TX. Her expertise lies in addressing delays and disorders in articulation as well as expressive and receptive language. In addition to her impressive credentials, Emily is a vibrant and dynamic personality who leads our in-house Sunshine Committee. We are thrilled to have her as part of the Shine team!
Crystal Peña, CALT
With 31 years in education—including 21 devoted to reading intervention—Crystal brings a wealth of experience to Shine Speech. She is a Certified Academic Language Therapist through ALTA, a graduate of UTPB, and she completed her dyslexia training at the Southwest Multisensory Training Center. Whether supporting a child diagnosed with dyslexia or helping to build foundational reading skills, Crystal combines expertise and compassion to guide every learner toward reading success.
