Who This Referral Pathway Supports
Physicians
Adults post-TBI who report “I’m not the same,” including concussion and persistent symptoms—difficulty thinking clearly, managing tasks, returning to work, and communicating effectively.
Attorneys
Clients with cognitive changes affecting employability, independence, and quality of life—where clear clinical findings + functional impact matter.
Complaints of Brain Fog?
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Thoughts feel slow or fuzzy, like words are just out of reach
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It’s hard to focus or follow through, even on simple tasks
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Conversations stall—you know what you want to say, but can’t get it out
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Mental fatigue sets in quickly, leaving you drained and frustrated
Targets That Matter in Real Life
Memory (short-term, working memory, recall under stress)
Attention (sustained, divided, shifting)
Processing speed (thinking “lags,” slower comprehension)
Word-finding (blanking, losing train of thought)
Organization + planning (starting, sequencing, finishing)
Mental stamina + cognitive fatigue management
Self-monitoring (awareness, accuracy, pacing)
Conversation effectiveness (tone, timing, and talk)
Symptoms can be invisible—impact is not. Therapy focuses on function, not guesswork.
Simple 3-Step Start
Step 1: Referral & Brief Intake
Send referral details and key concerns. I identify primary breakdown areas and immediate safety/functional needs.
Step 2: Cognitive-Communication Evaluation
Assessment of functional tasks to pinpoint breakdown patterns and day-to-day impact.
Step 3: Strategy-Driven Therapy Plan
Targeted plan with measurable goals and practical strategies for home/work carryover.
Listen To Me Talk About Why Brain Injury Is More Than Physical
For Physicians: Clear Follow-Through After Diagnosis
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Therapy aligned to your referral reason + reported functional barriers
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Goal-driven plan targeting cognition + communication in daily life
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Progress updates available (frequency based on case need)
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Collaboration with patient/family for carryover when appropriate
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Practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and improve independence
If imaging appears normal but the patient cannot function, cognitive-communication therapy addresses the gap.
For Attorneys: Functional Impact, Documented
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Clinical findings tied to real-world limitations (work, tasks, communication)
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Clear, organized documentation of progress and barriers
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Consistent tracking of cognitive fatigue, attention, memory, and carryover
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Sessions focused on function—not vague “brain games”
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Communication that stays professional, neutral, and clear
Your client needs more than sympathy—they need structured support and measurable change.
What Sessions Actually Do
Build Skills
Train memory, attention, processing, and word-finding using functional, real-life tasks.
Build Systems
Create routines and tools to reduce missed steps, overload, and shutdown.
Build Carryover
Practice strategies in the exact situations where breakdown happens—so progress sticks.
Michelle Mintz, M.S., CCC-SLP
Communication & Cognition Specialist
I provide cognitive-communication therapy for adults navigating life after traumatic brain injury—support that is practical, structured, and focused on real-world function.
What People Say...
Michelle has been better than any other speech therapist that has worked with me. She has helped me with my cognitive abilities, made me think and has given me tactics and strategies for having a better memory. So happy to have her help! - Josie Norminton
Michelle is very caring, smart, and well experienced to help your loved one thrive. I highly recommend her services. - Megan Mercer