Muhiba Mehmedovic, MA, CCC-SLP
Director of Speech & Language Therapy Program
Farmington Hills & Virtual
Hi, I'm Muhiba, a Speech-Language Pathologist passionate about helping children and families build meaningful communication skills through connection, play, and individualized support.
Throughout my career, I have worked with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children with a wide variety of communication needs, including autism, gestalt language processing, motor speech disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, speech sound disorders, language delays, AAC (augmentative and alternative communication), feeding challenges, and oral-motor differences. My clinical experience includes early intervention, outpatient therapy, private practice, and in-home services.
My approach to therapy is neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based, and child-led. I believe communication exists in many forms, and every child deserves to be supported in a way that honors their unique strengths, interests, sensory needs, and learning style. Rather than focusing solely on compliance or performance, I prioritize building trusting relationships, supporting autonomy, and creating engaging opportunities for authentic communication.
I am particularly passionate about supporting autistic children, gestalt language processors, and minimally speaking children through evidence-informed practices that respect each child's individual communication journey. I enjoy collaborating closely with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure therapy strategies are meaningful, practical, and easily incorporated into everyday routines.
In addition to direct therapy services, I am dedicated to educating and mentoring parents and professionals on neurodiversity-affirming practices and empowering families with tools to support communication beyond the therapy room.
My goal is to help children develop confidence, connection, and functional communication skills while ensuring families feel supported and empowered every step of the way. I believe meaningful progress happens when children feel safe, understood, and celebrated for who they are.
When I'm not working with clients, I enjoy strength training, cooking, spending time outdoors, and continuing to learn about child development, communication, and holistic wellness.
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Hi! My name is Muhiba, and I'm a speech therapist. I love helping children learn new ways to communicate, play, and connect with the people around them. In our sessions, we might play games, read books, explore toys, sing songs, or practice using words, gestures, and communication devices.
I believe every child communicates in their own unique way, and my job is to help them feel confident, successful, and understood. I love following children's interests and making therapy fun, engaging, and meaningful.
When I'm not at work, I enjoy exercising, cooking, reading, and spending time outside. I can't wait to meet you and learn about all of your favorite things!
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Master of Arts in Speech and Language Pathology, Central Michigan University, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Minor in Health Psychology, Wayne State University, 2018
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ADHD, Autism & AuDHD
Articulation and Speech Sound Disorders (speech clarity)
Augmentative & Alternative Communication
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (motor speech disorders)
Developmental Delays
Expressive Language Delays (using words and sentences)
Fluency/Stuttering
Gestalt Language Processing
Learning Differences & Academic Challenges
Language Delays and Late Talkers
Minimally or Non-Speaking Individuals
Neurodivergent Communication
Oral function and Myofunctional Concerns (mouth breathing, tongue thrust, lisp)
Parent Coaching
Receptive Language Delays (understanding language)
Social Communication Differences
Voice and Resonance Disorders (vocal nodules, cleft palate)
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AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) assessment and intervention
Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC)
Gestalt Language Processing (GLP)-informed intervention
Myofunctional Therapy
Naturalistic Language Acquisition (NLA)
Parent coaching
Play Therapy
Psychoeducation Family Coaching Play based and child led approaches
Total Communication approach
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Infants & Toddlers
Children (4-10)
Preteens
Teens
Adults
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Care Network*
Aetna
Priority Health
*Please note: BCN is only able to be billed for speech therapy services for clients who have an existing Autism diagnosis.