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Meet The Providers

Learn more about our education, experience, and areas of interest

Emily Halder outside in red wearing a necklace.

Emily Halder, MA, CCC-SLP
(she/her)
owner/speech-language pathologist

Hi! I'm Emily Halder, the owner and speech therapist of Blue Ridge Speech and Voice. I've been a licensed and ASHA certified speech-language pathologist since 2012.  My interest in speech therapy began with a love of foreign languages and curiosity about the origin of language. I studied in France for several years before returning to the USA to pursue a bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science with a focus on linguistics from Case Western Reserve University. I then went to UNC Greensboro and obtained my master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology with a special interest in working with adults, specifically brain injury and voice. My interest in gender affirming voice modification began in grad school. There, I had the honor of training under leaders in the transgender voice field in a transgender voice and communication group. After grad school, I gained further experience working in skilled nursing and outpatient settings, most recently at Emory's Rehabilitation Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. I would love the opportunity to become your clinician and help you meet your communication goals!

​Memberships and Accolades

  • Certified with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

  • Licensed as a speech-language pathologist in North Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia

  • Certified in Telepractice, Biofeedback, and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)

  • Published author of article in North Carolina Association of Supervisors in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Newsletter

  • Member of Phi Beta Kappa honor society (merit-based membership from America's most prestigious academic honor society)

  • Summa Cum Laude graduate from Case Western Reserve University (top 10% of graduating class)

  • Member of WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health)

  • Member of ASHA's Special Interest Group III, Voice and Upper Airway Disorders

  • Affiliate of the NAA (National Aphasia Association)

About: Meet the Team

Erin Mack, MA, CCC-SLP
(she/her)
Speech-language pathologist

Erin has been a licensed and ASHA certified speech-language pathologist since 2004. Her educational background began with an undergraduate focus on deaf education, during which time she discovered her interest in speech therapy. She then received her master’s in speech-language pathology from Appalachian State University and her career since then has been primarily focused on treating adults, with a special interest in stroke survivors, swallowing disorders (dysphagia), and Parkinson’s disease. Since 2004, she has worked in skilled nursing facilities, outpatient care, and community programs designed to provide all-inclusive care for the elderly. Erin is certified in LSVT (Lee Silverman Voice Training), which is an excellent treatment program for people with Parkinson’s disease who want to work on a loud voice and clear speech. She is licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina and would love to put her extensive experience to work and help you meet your goals!

Memberships and Accolades

  • Certified with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

  • Licensed as a speech-language pathologist in North Carolina and South Carolina

  • Certified in LSVT, Biofeedback, and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (VitalStim and Guardian)

Alison Gripentrog, MA, CCC-SLP
(she/her)
Speech-language pathologist

Alison is a passionate speech-language pathologist and  holds a BA in Vocal Performance from Mars Hill University and an MA in Speech-Language Pathology from UNC Greensboro. She brings a wealth of experience and specialized skills to the clinic, including certification in performing and interpreting FEES, Modified Barium Swallow Studies, and video stroboscopies. With a background working in both outpatient ENT offices and inpatient hospital settings, Alison is well-versed in providing top-tier care to her clients. Outside of work, Alison finds joy in singing with a jazz band, a passion she integrates into her practice, marrying clinical voice techniques with performance art. Particularly noteworthy is Alison's expertise in gender-affirming voice modification, an area where she excels and is eager to support clients seeking these services. With her commitment to excellence and a unique blend of clinical and creative skills, Alison is dedicated to providing personalized care to all her clients at Blue Ridge Speech and Voice. Alison is available for evening appointments at this time.

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