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About Myles
Child Speech Pathologist in Laurel, MD
Hi, my name is Myles. I am a certified
pediatric speech-language pathologist
and founder of Nobles Speech Therapy, LLC. My mission is to help children gain the communication skills needed to reach their full potential.
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Meet Our Team
We are excited to introduce our team of certified speech-language pathologists at Nobles Speech Therapy. Our dedicated professionals are committed to providing exceptional care to help your child achieve their communication goals.
Jasmine Rene, M.S. CCC-SLP
Jasmine Rene is thrilled to become part of the Nobles Speech Therapy team as a Speech-Language Pathologist. She earned her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Howard University and brings four years of experience to the role. Jasmine enjoys engaging with children and fostering learning and communication through play. Outside of work, she finds relaxation at home, stays active through exercise, and cherishes moments with friends.
Kenyane Simpson, M.S. CCC-SLP
Kenyane Simpson is a Speech-Language Pathologist from Pittsburgh, PA. She earned her Masters Degree at Howard University. Kenyane brings 2 years of experience as a Speech-language Pathologist and is excited to grow with the Nobles Team. She enjoys working with children and contributing to their growth. During her free time, Kenyane enjoys art, reading, spending time with family and friends, and activities such as escape rooms or hiking.
Helen Gilkes, M.S. CCC-SLP
Helen Gilkes-Barksdale has provided speech and language therapy services within the DMV area for 21 years. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Howard University, and a Masters of Speech Pathology from Loyola University. Helen has provided evidence-based speech/language evaluations and therapy for clients who are autistic or have Down syndrome, Intellectual Disability, speech/articulation disorders, receptive and/or expressive language disorders, social language needs, and stuttering needs. She maximizes a child's speech and language abilities to reach their fullest potential and believes that children can teach her as much as she teaches them. Helen finds joy in collaborating with families and helping clients gain confidence to become effective communicators!
Donna Thompson, M.A., SLP
Originally from the UK, Donna Thompson moved to the U.S. to pursue her education, earning her B.A. from Herbert Lehman College in the Bronx, NY, and her M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Loyola University. With over 25 years of dedicated service in the Baltimore City School System, she has held roles as a special educator, speech-language pathologist, special education department head, and currently serves as an Assistant Principal.
Although she now works in administration, Donna’s passion for speech-language pathology remains at the heart of her work. She is eager to reconnect with the field, bringing her wealth of experience, leadership, and commitment to student success. By integrating her expertise in both education and speech-language pathology, she aims to enhance student learning, communication, and overall academic growth.
Kristin Meadows, M.S., CCC-SLP
Kristin Meadows is a Speech Language Pathologist hailing from Queens NY. She came to this area to pursue her degree at Loyola in Maryland and has been a Marylander since 1994. She specializes in early childhood and works full-time in Howard County Public Schools in the Infant and Toddler Program. Kristin has over 20 years of experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Apraxia, Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC), Late talkers, Feeding Difficulties, Gestalt Language Processors, Articulation/Speech Sound Disorders, Bilingual Speakers, and Tethered Oral Ties/Tongue Tie.
She uses a neuro affirming, sensory aware, and child-led approach to enable a child to reach their full potential and achieve their therapy goals. She has experience collaborating with multiple service providers and coaching families. These skills enable Kristin to see the child as a whole and work effectively.
Outside of her career, Kristin has two grown children 18 and 20 and enjoys making wine at a local award winning wine making school.
With the addition of our new speech-language pathologists, we are more equipped than ever to support children in their speech and language development. Our team works collaboratively to ensure that each child receives personalized and effective therapy tailored to their unique needs.
Children from all backgrounds can benefit from speech therapy,
with boys more likely than girls to suffer from speech-related disorders. Statistically speaking, African American boys are the most likely to suffer from speech disorders and the least likely to receive treatment or assistance.
That's why as one of the few African American males working in the female-dominated field, I want to be visible so that kids can see a therapist who looks like them.
Keeping it Fun
I firmly believe therapy sessions should be fun for kids and involve parents in the treatment. Many children say they look forward to my therapy sessions and are excited to share what they've learned each week.
I make it a point to keep parents informed of newly introduced skills and give activities to practice and reinforce throughout the week.
I even wrote a book, "The Courageous Lion in Milo," to provide an enjoyable way for you to work with your child at home.
Core Values
A critical factor for making progress in children's speech therapy is the demeanor of the speech pathologist and his or her ability to establish a rapport with the child.
I believe the traits that enable me to connect with children and make progress where other therapists and counselors have failed are:
Patience
A consistently calm and understanding manner is vital when working with children.
Persistence
I won't give up on your child despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
Perseverance
I maintain faith in your child when the going gets tough. We look for solutions and make adjustments if your child doesn't respond to standard treatments.
Empathy
I can understand the feelings and frustrations associated with difficulty communicating.
Education and Certifications
I am trained and certified in the following areas:
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders
Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of the District of Columbia
Certified in PROMPT Approach to Speech Therapy
- a speech therapy approach to treat speech impairments. One PROMPT component is a hands-on therapy, where an SLP provides touch cues to guide the child's jaw, lips, and tongue to form words correctly. This approach also uses fun activities and games to focus on relevant terms that make sense to kids.
Certified in PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) Approach
This approach helps children who are non-verbal or have limited or unclear speech, including autistic. It begins by using pictures to communicate basic requests and slowly increases communication complexity in phases.
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