Rachel is the founder of Minichiello Therapy Services, where she provides individualized care tailored to the unique needs of each family. Rachel is a Virginia licensed and ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP), Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Certified Myofunctional Therapist (CMT) and Cranial Sacral Therapist (CST). Rachel has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology & Language Sciences from Virginia Polytechnic University and a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Old Dominion University.

With a strong foundation in evidence-based care and a heart for holistic, family-centered support, Rachel brings a wealth of knowledge to her work with clients across the lifespan. As a wife and mother of two, Rachel deeply values the importance of serving the entire family unit, recognizing that supporting one member often benefits all. Her passion lies in walking alongside families during the early newborn period, throughout childhood, and even into adulthood - navigating challenges such as oral ties, feeding difficulties, airway concerns, and swallowing disorders with compassion and expertise. Rachel is committed to helping families experience lasting improvements in function, connection, and overall quality of life. Rachel serves her community in Virginia Beach, Virginia and surrounding areas.

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Rachel specializes in working with individuals with TOTS (tethered oral tissues), myofunctional disorders, feeding/swallowing, breast/bottle feeding, dysphagia, and aphasia.

Rachel has additional advanced training specifically in adult/geriatric dysphagia (swallowing), aphasia, infant/pediatric feeding & swallowing, breastfeeding & bottle-feeding, myofunctional therapy, cranial sacral therapy.