Meet Our Therapists

Andrea Glen, MS CCC-SLP

Andrea grew up as an “Army Brat,” living in Germany, Kansas, Virginia, Oklahoma, New York, and finally, landing in Colorado. She attended SUNY Geneseo, obtaining her Bachelor’s of Art degree in Psychology and Human Development. She received her post baccalaureate degree and Master’s of Science in Communicative Disorders through SUNY New Paltz. Andrea’s areas of interest in the speech realm include assistive technology, pragmatic language, and overall speech and language acquisition. Andrea recently received her initial certification in PROMPT therapy and looks forward to working towards her final certification over the next few years! Outside of the speech room, she enjoys crafting, baking, belting songs from Broadway musicals, discovering new hole-in-the-wall restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.

To contact Andrea directly, email andrea@strakatherapies.com.

Lori C. Genrich, MA CCC-SLP

Lori attended Colorado State University where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Communication Disorders and then went on to University of Colorado-Boulder where she earned her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.  Lori’s areas of interest include articulation/phonological development, receptive and expressive language development, stuttering and social communication. She loves working with all ages, but has a particular heart for early intervention. Some of the things she enjoys when Lori is not at work include spending  time with her husband and three growing children, visiting family and friends, hiking, skiing, walking her pup, and cheering her kids on at their volleyball and baseball games. 

To contact Lori directly, email lori@strakatherapies.com.

Holly Estabrook, MS CCC-SLP

Holly attended Worcester State College in Massachusetts where she received a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences/Disorders in 2004 and a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology in 2006. She has been at Straka Speech since 2008. Holly’s areas of interest include autism spectrum disorder, cochlear implants, hearing loss, and various challenging diagnosis. In her free time, she enjoys staying busy with her two boys.

To contact Holly directly, email holly@strakatherapies.com.

Nicole Metzendorf, MS CCC-SLP

Nicole grew up on the east coast for most of her life starting out in New Jersey then moving to New York, Massachusetts, Michigan, until recently moving to Colorado! She Received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Ithaca College and her Master’s from SUNY Cortland. Nicole enjoys working with the Early Intervention age group as well as receptive/expressive language disorders, motor speech disorders, articulation/phonological disorders, and social pragmatic language. Outside of the office, Nicole enjoys traveling, cooking, hiking, reading and watching funny dog videos! She loves hanging out with family and friends and cheering her husband on behind the Air Force men’s basketball bench! Go Falcons!

To contact Nicole directly, email nmetzendorf@strakatherapies.com

Jenn McKenney MS Ed., CCC-SLP

Jenn was born and raised in New York. She attended the University at Buffalo earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and earned her Master of Science in Education Degree from Buffalo State College. Jenn's clinical interests include pediatric feeding disorders, executive functions and social/pragmatic language. Other clinical interests include articulation/phonological disorders, motor speech disorders, expressive/receptive language disorders. Outside of the office, Jenn enjoys spending time with her family and friends, crafting, spending time outdoors, and traveling. 

To contact Jenn directly, email jmckenney@strakatherapies.com

Jennifer Cupples, MS CCC-SLP 

Jennifer enjoys assisting parents in learning strategies to support their young child’s communication development at home. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Utah and her master’s degree from California State University, Sacramento in 2006. Jennifer has worked with children from birth to high school in inpatient and outpatient settings and home health, working with issues such as feeding and swallowing, language disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, voice and resonance disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, and cleft palate. 

Jennifer is a member of the American and Colorado Speech-Language-Hearing Associations and is certified in the Hanen It Takes Two to Talk® program. She and her husband, Ken, have two children, volunteer with preschool-aged children at her local church, and enjoys hiking and bowling in the local and state community.

To contact Jennifer directly ,email jecupples@strakatherapies.com

Brook Robinson, MA CCC-SLP

Brook has a passion for working with children and their families in reaching their communication goals. She is committed to tailoring therapy to meet the unique needs and interests of each child in a warm and encouraging environment. Brook earned her Bachelor of Arts in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences at University of Colorado-Boulder, and her Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology at Mississippi University for Women. She is certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and licensed in Colorado. Brook has had the opportunity to work with a wide range of pediatric populations with a variety of needs  including early language delays, speech sound disorders, receptive and expressive language disorders, fluency (stuttering) and pragmatic deficits.

Brook has traveled the world being raised in an Air Force family and married to an Air Force Pilot. They have recently relocated to Colorado with their 3 children, Eli, Luke and Evie, and their beloved golden retriever, Hank.

She stays busy with her kids’ activities and enjoys being outdoors, reading, traveling, watercolor painting, and cheering for her favorite sports teams (Go Broncos!).

To contact Brook directly, email brrobinson@strakatherapies.com

Madison Lofthus, MS CCC-SLP

Madison was born and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Madison has a background working with all ages (preschool through 21 year olds) as a speech language pathologist assistant (SLPA) in the schools. Madison is passionate about early intervention, individuals with autism, articulation/phonological disorders, receptive-expressive language, and social communication. She believes in meeting families where they are to cultivate a positive and effective therapy experience. When not at the clinic, you’ll find Madison buried in a good book, exploring new places, and spending time with family and friends.

To contact Madison directly, email malofthus@strakatherapies.com

Marcy Crane, COTA/L

Marcy has a passion for working with children, alongside their families to become more independent in their daily activities. She earned an associates degree from Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois. Marcy has experience working in multiple settings including skilled nursing facilities, school-based therapy, and pediatric outpatient therapy. Prior to joining Talk and Play, Marcy worked in school-based therapy.

Marcy is from rural east-central Illinois and relocated to Colorado with her husband who is in the military. She enjoys spending quality time with family, being outdoors, and reading. When she has time, she especially loves to travel to new places and to visit friends.

To contact Marcy directly, email macrane@strakatherapies.com

Nikkia Wheeler, MS OTR/L

Nikkia received her Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation at Central Michigan University and her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Saginaw Valley State University. Since graduating in 2022, she has gained experience working with primarily pediatric populations in both school and outpatient clinic settings. Prior to becoming an OT, Nikkia found her passion for helping children while working as a Registered Behavior Technician and Preschool Teacher.  It was in those roles that she developed a desire to work with children and their families to help foster growth, independence, and confidence in their daily lives and routines. As a child’s primary occupation is play, Nikkia believes in learning and growing through fun and engaging interventions that are meaningful and relevant to a child’s life and goals. Prior to moving to Colorado in 2023, Nikkia lived in Michigan and spent several summers working in Big Sky, Montana. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, camping, and swimming and loves to explore local coffee shops and bookstores on her days off!

To contact Nikkia directly, email niwheeler@strakatherapies.com

Mary Perkins, MS Healthcare Administration

As a military brat, Mary grew up moving frequently and traveling throughout the country. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business from the University of Phoenix and her Master of Science degree in Healthcare Administration from Southern New Hampshire University. In her free time, Mary enjoys exploring new places and trying new recipes with her children. Mary loves seeing all your smiling faces each day at Straka Speech!

To contact Mary directly, email clientservices@strakatherapies.com

Alyssa Ewart, Patient Support Representative

Alyssa recently moved to Colorado from Alaska. She is married with three children, including a set of twins. She loves being outdoors, hiking, hunting, and fishing. In her free time, Alyssa loves to travel and has made it as far as the Caribbean!

To contact Alyssa directly, email alewart@amazingcare.com