About Nicolette Komie and Associates, LLC
We are a diverse team of therapists specializing in developmental therapy, applied behavior analysis, speech-language therapy and clinical psychology services. Our team includes credentialed developmental therapists, BCBAs, speech-language pathologists and clinical psychologists.
Meet Our Therapists
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Therapist: Nicolette K. MS, DT
Nikki Komie founded Nicolette Komie & Associates LLC from a strong desire to merge relationship-based approaches with behavioral models so that each child and family could have an individualized model to grow from. Nikki holds a bachelor’s degree in speech pathology and audiology and a masters degree in child development, with a specialization in birth-3. Nikki’s passionate about working with children and families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), disorders of relating and communicating and sensory processing challenges. She is a credentialed state evaluator and developmental therapist that has worked with children and parents for over 20 years. She is an advanced DIR/floor time model provider with extensive training in sensory processing, ABA, TEACCH, Social Thinking, RDI and Handle with Care. Nikki is passionate about helping each child reach their fullest potential, collaborating with schools, as well as building social experiences that match each child’s profile. Nikki enjoys spending her free time with her 3 children and husband, traveling, baking and gardening.
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Therapist: Candice K., M.E.d, DT
Candice has a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from National Louis University and a Master of Arts degree in Curriculum Development from National Louis University. Candice has always loved working with children and came into this field after working as a teacher in first- and second-grade classrooms. She most enjoys figuring out each child’s learning style to help them learn new skills. Candice enjoys spending her free time with her family, working on arts and crafts, and playing games with her children.
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Therapist: Heather S., MS, DT
Heather has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Roosevelt University and a Master of Science in Child Development from Erikson Institute. While teaching in a Day Care school she developed a strong passion for working with children. She is credentialed with Illinois Early Intervention as a Developmental Therapist. She has been working with children for over 20 years. Heather has experience working in a variety of settings including schools, clinic and in home. She has been trained in ABA and Handle with Care. Heather feels that the most rewarding part of her job is seeing children smile during her interactions with them. She also loves watching children accomplish new skills and reach their developmental milestones. In her free time, Heather enjoys spending time with her large family, creating scrapbooks, and playing softball.
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Therapist: Deana J., MA, BCBA, DT
Deana holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Illinois University in Communication Disorders and a Master of Art degree in Special Education. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Developmental Therapist (DT), and Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS I); and is credentialed with Illinois Early Intervention as both a BCBA and DT.
Deana has been working with children with special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and other developmental delays for over 20 years. Her greatest joys come from watching her clients develop new skills and empowering families to help their children as well. Deana has experience working in a variety of settings including schools, clinic and in home. She has been trained in ABA, Handle with Care and the SOS Approach to Feeding. In her free time, Deana enjoys spending time with her husband and three children and traveling. |
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Therapist: Amy G., MA, CCC-SLP
Amy has a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Eastern Illinois University and a Master of Arts in Speech and Language Pathology from Northern Illinois University. While teaching she developed a strong passion for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and speech & language development. Amy finds working with children and families to build communication with one another to be one of the most rewarding parts of her job. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, baking, and playing with her dog Rosco.
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Therapist: Katy C., MS, CCC-SLP
Katy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Science and Disorders from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology from Rush University. She was introduced to the field of speech-language pathology during her time working as a teaching assistant in a special education classroom. Katy is passionate about using each child’s unique strengths and interests to support and empower their communication abilities. In her free time, Katy loves to read, travel, and cheer on the Cubs.
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Therapist: Carly S., M.A., CCC-SLP
Carly has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Indiana University Bloomington and a Master of Arts degree in Speech Language Pathology from Ohio University. During her undergraduate studies, she developed a passion for this field and working with kids while participating in a school-based speech and language pathology assistant (SLPA) cohort and volunteering as a trainer for a community soccer program for kids. Carly is passionate about using research-based and strength-based strategies to support children and their families to communicate wants and needs as well as build relationships. In her free time, Carly loves to spend time with family and friends, exercise, and explore Chicago.
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Therapist: Alexa K., MS CF-SLP
Alexa has a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a concentration in Neuroscience from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, and a Master of Science degree from Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame. Prior to receiving her master’s degree, Alexa discovered her passion for working with pediatric special needs populations as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) in the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). During her Master's studies, she gained experience working in an early childhood development center and multiple public elementary school settings. In her free time, Alexa enjoys include long hikes, practicing yoga, and baking sweet treats for her friends and family to share.
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Therapist: Haley H., MS, OTR/L
Haley has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Haley first discovered her passion for working with children and adolescents with disabilities as a program assistant at a therapeutic recreation summer camp in 2014. Since then, she’s gained experience as an ABA therapist, Case Manager for a day program for adults with disabilities, and completed her graduate fieldwork in the school system and an intensive outpatient mental health center for children. Haley incorporates a strengths-based, holistic, and trauma-informed approach to her practice and loves seeing children’s wellbeing and independence increase through occupational engagement. She most enjoys seeing children gain confidence and happiness through peer interactions. In her free time, Haley enjoys yoga, playing volleyball with friends, and spending time with family.
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Therapist: Rachel R., OTD, OTR/L
Rachel holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Carroll University, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from Drake University, and is a Certified Educator of Infant Massage. Children particularly have a special place in Rachel’s heart, and during her undergraduate studies Rachel increased her passion for working with children with disabilities through pediatric job shadowing and volunteer events. Helping children and seeing them reach their goals is what motivates Rachel to bring a huge amount of energy and passion to her work. Rachel is passionate about using a research-based and family-centered approach to create positive outcomes for a child, which have a major impact on the child and loved ones’ daily life. The greatest joy Rachel experiences comes from the ability to bond with a child and family to change their life for the better. In her free time, Rachel loves to play volleyball with her friends, watch movies, read, and spend time with her family.
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Therapist: Kelly K., BS
Kelly has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago. She joins this field after teaching in a childcare setting as a Pre-Kindergarten teacher. Through her time teaching, she has found a passion for identifying each child's interests to enhance their learning style. Kelly finds the most rewarding part of her job to be helping a child gain a new skill or achievement. Kelly enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, and running.
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Therapist: Scott D., BS
Scott has a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology from The College at Brockport State University of New York. Scott began working with teens and adults with special needs almost 10 years ago in a school to work transition program. Upon moving out of Western New York, Scott pursued a career in ABA with a focus on working with teens and children and has since found that it is the career that he wants to further pursue. In Scott's free time he enjoys being with family, playing with his kids, and exploring Chicagoland.
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