Testimonials from Professionals
Amanda Tompkins has worked with our program since 2013
“Amanda Tompkins has worked with our program since 2013. She has not only offered us professional guidance in the area of speech and language development but has also offered amazing services to our families. Amanda is flexible to work with, professional, and easily builds trust with children which are key to furthering their development. Working with Amanda has been a great addition to our program and what we provide to our parents.”
– Shannon Hall, Former Assistant Director Infant/Toddler/Transition
Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit
I have had the honor of working alongside Amanda for almost 15 years
“I have had the honor of working alongside Amanda for almost 15 years. As a therapist, she is talented, innovative, dedicated, and compassionate. She has a broad knowledge base and seeks to stay current in research and effective therapy practices. Amanda is one of the few SLPs in the area who has many years of experience working with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing population. She has extensive knowledge in both assessing and providing effective therapy for this unique population. Amanda uses various strategies with DHH students such as Visual Phonics and various auditory training strategies and sign language. She has been an advocate for her students and a parent educator. I can honestly say that I hold her in the highest esteem both personally and professionally. “
– Christine Spike, M.A., CCC-SLP
As a pediatrician practicing for over 15 years in the West Bloomfield and Novi area I have referred dozens of patients to Amanda for speech and language therapy
“As a pediatrician practicing for over 15 years in the West Bloomfield and Novi area I have referred dozens of patients to Amanda for speech and language therapy. I have worked professionally with Amanda and am extremely confident in her ability to assist young children with their speech development.
I am so confident in Amanda’s ability as a speech therapist that I entrusted her with my own child’s therapy when he was in need of speech therapy. The results of her work were great and I witnessed first hand the professionalism and ability she has in working with young children. She not only treats the patient but facilitates the education of parents to assist with speech in their own children. Over the years I have heard the same praise of Amanda from the dozens of patients I have referred to her. Amanda’s clinical skill is only matched by her great empathy and compassion for her patients. As a pediatrician and a parent I highly recommend Amanda if your child is in need of speech and language therapy.”
– Seth H. Forman, MD FAAP
I was struck by the heartfelt passion she has for her career and the child she was helping
“Amanda was working with one of our students outside of the center when we met. We had arranged a meeting with her and the parents to receive more information and maybe to gain some knowledge and tools to help the child while in our classroom. I was struck by the heartfelt passion she has for her career and the child she was helping. She goes above and beyond her “job.” I came out of that meeting knowing that I wanted my teaching staff to be introduced to her, to gain more knowledge about the developmental milestones and red flags for speech and language, to learn about her personal philosophy and experience in this field. I appreciate that she is conservative in her actions regarding each child and I trust that she truly has the best interest of the child in mind. We look forward to working with her on future projects in our early learning center.”
– Heidi Wilkinson
I highly recommend you for my pediatric patients' speech and language needs
“I highly recommend you for my pediatric patients’ speech and language needs. Your expertise and reputation in the community as a Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist is exceptional. I highly recommend you for my pediatric patients’ speech and language needs.”
– Diana
My son and I had the best experience
“My son and I had the best experience. She helped give my son a jump start with language after he was slightly delayed.”
– David Seel, D.O., F.O.C.O.O., Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery
Of all the clinicians I’ve encountered, Amanda Tompkins and her team stand out as one of the most highly skilled and knowledgeable Speech-Language Pathologists
“I have been a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist and a Limited Licensed Psychologist for over 40 years, including more than 22 years on staff at William Beaumont (now Corewell Health). I currently maintain a busy private practice and have had the opportunity to work with countless professionals throughout my career.
Of all the clinicians I’ve encountered, Amanda Tompkins and her team stand out as one of the most highly skilled and knowledgeable Speech-Language Pathologists. For many years, she has been the only SLP I refer my pediatric clients to, and I will continue to do so without hesitation.
Amanda is exceptionally well-versed in a wide range of treatment areas, including articulation disorders, receptive and expressive language delays, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She places a particular emphasis on social communication and employs a “gestalt” approach that is both thoughtful and individualized. Her clinical expertise is matched by her dedication to staying current in the field, as evidenced by her multiple ACE Awards.
Amanda is also a respected mentor and educator, having trained numerous SLPs. She ensures that her team remains at the forefront of best practices through ongoing continuing education and extensive professional development. Her reputation in the community is stellar, and the families she serves consistently praise her personalized care and the welcoming environment of her clinic. I often tell families that I only refer to professionals I would trust with my own loved ones—and Amanda is that person.”
– Shelly Milstein, MA, CCC-SLP, MA, LLP, Licensed Speech and Language Pathologist, Limited Licensed Psychologist
I’m both a professional social worker and a mother who has had experiences with many speech therapists over the years and I can honestly say that Amanda is great
“I’m both a professional social worker and a mother who has had experiences with many speech therapists over the years and I can honestly say that Amanda is great! She is able to make children feel comfortable and makes therapy fun. Amanda is knowledgeable, insightful, and truly cares about her clients. I recommend Amanda wholeheartedly.”
– Lainie Paull Welham, LMSW, LCSW