Jess Criner, M.S. CCC-SLP

My name is Jess Criner and this is my fifth year working as a speech-language pathologist and my second year on board with the Prickly Pear Cooperative.  I was born and raised in Billings, MT. and graduated from the University of Montana where I received my bachelor's degree in communicative disorders and master's of science in speech-language pathology...(GO GRIZ!).  I have worked in both school and private practice settings.  I spent many summers on Canyon Ferry Lake at our family cabin before my husband and I decided we wanted to plant some permanent roots in Helena.  We moved here in the summer of 2020 along with our dogs and two horses.  We are excited to be a part of this wonderful community.  I love my job and getting to work with kids, parents, and teachers building student's communication skills in order to be successful learners!  Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or just want to chat:

Schools: Montana City, Clancy, Basin

Email: jcriner@pricklypearcooperative.org

Favorite resources:

Speech Therapy in Schools

Parent's Guide to Developing Language

Speech Sound Practice For Home

Social Thinking Videos and Support Strategies

Reading/Phonological Awareness Activities

What is happening in our speech room?

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