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Carrie Loughran is a Clinical Instructor at the University of Central Florida and the creator and director of the UCF iREAD programs, which focus on literacy development and intervention. She earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts degrees in communicative disorders from UCF and has since gained expertise in the assessment and treatment of oral and written language and cognitive disorders. Her clinical experience spans a diverse range of settings, including private practice, schools, and skilled nursing facilities, where she has provided comprehensive care to pediatric and adult populations. She is well-versed in treating dyslexia, developmental language disorder, autism, and intellectual disabilities, showcasing her ability to address the unique needs of each client. In partnership with the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida State Attorney, Loughran extends her expertise to provide reading and writing treatment to children within the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice. Her training and experience encompass renowned programs such as the Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program (LiPS), Wilson Reading System, Lively Letters, and Visualizing and Verbalizing, among others.

Credentials

  • MA, Master of Arts
  • CCC-SLP, Certificate of Clinical Competence for Speech-Language Pathologists
  • BS, Bachelor of Science
Areas of Specialty
  • Language Acquisition
  • Language and Literacy Disorders
  • Reading Disorders
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