Ilana is recognized as being highly skilled and knowledgeable in the field of feeding services. She currently holds dual certification and licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist; both in New York State as well as in Israel. Ilana received her undergraduate degree from Stern College for Women, where she majored in Judaic studies and graduated Cum Laude. She was awarded her Masters of Arts in Speech Language Pathology from Lehman College City University of New York. Ilana also holds her teaching degree for students with speech and hearing difficulties. She is an active member of ASHA.

Ilana Herskovits, M.A. CCC-SLP

Ilana has much experience with feeding and swallowing and has delivered staff development lectures on her specialized subject area, trained staff and students on using AAC communication devices and implemented therapy treatment plans for children with a range of challenges including (but not limited to) cerebral palsy, autism, hearing loss, learning disorders, articulation and phonology, dysphagia, and apraxia. Ilana implements feeding therapy for children with anatomical disorders that necessitate diet and texture modifications due to risks of aspiration. In addition, she works closely with dieticians, radiologists, hospitals, parents, nutritionists and educational team members each step of the way to ensure the safest and most successful plan. She utilizes feeding therapy techniques with many children with food aversions and an overall negative mealtime experience. Working closely with all team members, Ilana’s clients are known to reach great heights and milestones in their road to integration into regular education settings and towards enjoyable mealtime experiences.

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Ilana is available for bilingual private feeding consultations, to deliver lectures for staff development on the topic of feeding and swallowing as well as consult with schools and teachers to help implement and guide staff towards the safest techniques tailored to fit each child.