About Us

Amanda Mossaro, MS, CCC-SLP, CBS
Speech-Language Pathologist
Practice Owner & Founder

Amanda is a ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist licensed in Texas, Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, and the founder of Therapy Adventures, PLLC. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, graduating with honors, and a Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from The University of North Texas. She has worked as a speech therapist in schools, outpatient and inpatient hospital settings, home health, and early intervention. She founded Therapy Adventures in 2021 to actualize her dream of creating a more interactive, supportive, and family-centered pediatric therapy clinic. Click here for more.

Michael Mossaro
Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Michael is the managing partner and cofounder of Therapy Adventures. He oversees the business operations that allow clinicians to focus on providing exceptional care to children and families. Michael leads strategic planning, hiring, and operational growth.

As Amanda’s husband and business parther, he is deeply invested in the mission of Therapy Adventures and in building a family-owned practice that provides exceptional care while remaining a supportive place to work. He believes that the best care begins with an exceptional team, and he’s passionate about creating a culture where families and employees feel valued.

Natalie Kemp, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Natalie is an experienced pediatric speech-language pathologist who has been practicing since 2009. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M—where she became a lifelong, proud Aggie—and later completed her master’s degree at the University of Texas at Dallas. Before graduate school, Natalie worked as a special education teacher in Houston ISD (PPCD and Resource), an experience that shaped her passion for supporting young learners and collaborating closely with families.

Throughout her career, Natalie has worked in public schools, private schools, and home health, giving her a broad understanding of how to support children across different environments. She brings extensive training and hands-on experience in autism, AAC (Tobii Dynavox, Proloquo, LAMP), feeding therapy (SOS), Childhood Apraxia of Speech (DTTC), articulation, language, fluency, and supporting non-speaking children and those with more complex behavioral or developmental needs. She especially loves working with toddlers, preschoolers, and early school-age children, blending play, structure, and connection to help each child communicate more confidently.

Natalie’s favorite part of her work is building relationships—with her clients, their families, and the community she serves. She thrives on the creativity and constant problem-solving that pediatric therapy requires and takes joy in making sessions fun, meaningful, and effective. She loves incorporating new books and games in her sessions. One of her favorite things about being an SLP is always having an excuse to buy new (used) books, games and toys!

A native Texan, Natalie has called Austin home for almost six years, where she lives with her husband and two children. She enjoys running, working out, cooking, and reading (she could talk books all day!). When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll often find her volunteering or substitute teaching at her kids’ schools. Her go-to coffee order is a Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce Latte.

Natalie is grateful for every family she gets to work with and loves being a part of this tight-knit community. Therapy Adventures is so lucky to have her depth of experience, warmth, and dedication on the team!

Molly Russell, MS, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Molly is a speech-language pathologist who loves creating a fun, supportive, and encouraging therapy environment where children feel confident learning and growing. She earned her graduate degree from Texas State University, where she especially valued the collaborative and supportive environment, meaningful friendships, and encouragement from both peers and faculty.

Molly has experience working with children in public school and home-health settings. She has supported children with expressive and receptive language development, articulation, and AAC needs. She enjoys working with children of all ages and loves getting to know each child’s unique strengths, interests, and personality.

Molly’s favorite part of being an SLP is seeing the happiness and excitement on children’s faces and knowing she can make a positive impact in their lives. She also values building strong connections with families and working together to support each child’s development and success.

Outside of work, Molly enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, playing beach volleyball and pickleball, and going to the movies. A fun fact about Molly is that she played Division I indoor and beach volleyball at the College of Charleston while earning her undergraduate degree. Her go-to coffee order is a hot vanilla latte — even when it’s 100 degrees outside! If she weren’t an SLP, her dream job would be traveling the world as a food critic. In therapy, she loves using Pete the Cat books.

Alex Dean, OTD
Occupational Therapist

Alex is an occupational therapist who is passionate about helping children build confidence, independence, and everyday skills through play-based, meaningful intervention. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, graduating magna cum laude, before completing her Master of Occupational Therapy at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences - Florida, where she graduated with high honors.

Alex has experience supporting children with autism, sensory processing differences, and retained primitive reflexes, with a focus on self-regulation, school readiness, and participation in daily activities. She loves seeing children make progress over time and finds it especially rewarding when families begin to notice growing independence carry over into everyday life.

Her favorite part of therapy is creating movement-based activities that keep kids engaged, like obstacle courses with swings, slides, crash pads, and plenty of proprioceptive and vestibular input!

Outside of work, Alex enjoys reading, spending time in nature, and anything caffeinated—matcha, vanilla lattes, and energy drinks are all favorites. She is excited to be part of the Therapy Adventures team!

Renée Hinson, MOT
Occupational Therapist

Renée is a seasoned occupational therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting children and families through individualized, evidence-based therapy. She earned her Master of Occupational Therapy from The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and holds a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Psychology from Louisiana State University.

Throughout her career, Renée has worked in a variety of pediatric settings—including clinics, homes, and schools—providing compassionate care to children from birth through young adulthood. She brings extensive expertise in supporting children with developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, autism, Down syndrome, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and emotional regulation difficulties. Renee is especially passionate about partnering with parents and caregivers to create meaningful routines and lasting progress beyond the therapy session.

With a calm, confident approach and a heart for advocacy, Renée integrates play-based interventions and functional goals to help each child thrive at home, at school, and in the community.

Jennifer Parrish, MOT
Occupational Therapist

Jennifer is a licensed occupational therapist with a rich background in both pediatric therapy and social work. She brings a unique perspective to Therapy Adventures through her dual master's degrees—one in Occupational Therapy from Texas Woman’s University and another in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin.

Jennifer has provided compassionate, evidence-based care across a variety of settings, from intensive feeding programs to home-based therapy and outpatient clinics. She’s worked with children from birth to young adulthood, treating diagnoses such as feeding difficulties, autism, developmental delays, sensory integration challenges, and more.

She’s passionate about responsive feeding, self-regulation, and supporting early mental health through play and connection. Jennifer’s work has been published in both the Journal of Physical & Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics and Youth Theatre Journal, reflecting her dedication to lifelong learning and creativity in care.

When she’s not at the clinic, Jennifer loves spending time with her family, exploring new ideas, and continuing to learn how to better support the little ones and families she serves.

Marissa Boyer
Receptionist

Marissa is the cheerful, steady presence holding down the front desk and making sure every family’s visit starts off on the right foot. With a BS in Kinesiology from LSU (Cum Laude) and hands-on experience as an Occupational Therapy Tech, she brings both heart and know-how to supporting our patients and team.

A first-generation college graduate and natural connector, Marissa has led volunteer initiatives, managed club PR, and served as an LSU Student Ambassador. She loves building relationships with families and helping make the clinic feel welcoming, organized, and stress-free from the moment you walk in.

When she’s not keeping our front office running smoothly, Marissa enjoys photography, community service, and spending time with friends, family, and her pets.