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I'm so excited you're here!
At Salt & Light, we take a whole-person approach to speech-language and myofunctional therapy recognizing the deep connection between communication, oral function, and overall well-being. Our mission is to support each client's journey toward improved function, health, and quality of life while fostering a stronger more connected community.
Salt & Light offers evaluations, speech therapy, language therapy, and myofunctional therapy for clients ages 2 to 92 in the greater Birmingham area.
Amanda Mavrakos
MS, CCC-SLP
Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist

Hi, I’m Amanda — Founder of Salt & Light Speech-Language Resources
I’m so glad you’re here. At Salt & Light, my mission is to provide intentional, evidence-based care that supports both my clients and their families through every step of their journey.
I hold a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from The University of Montevallo (2018) and bring over 15 years of prior experience as a licensed physical therapist assistant.
This unique background allows me to approach therapy from a truly holistic perspective—addressing the connection between movement, oral function, and overall well-being.
I’m honored to serve clients across the state of Alabama with a focus on:
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Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs)
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Speech Sound Disorders
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Swallowing Disorders
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Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs)
To better serve my clients, I’ve pursued extensive continuing education and advanced training, including:
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Mastering Myo: Introductory Orofacial Myofunctional A–Z Course
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Myo Circle 3.0: Advanced Mentorship Program for Myofunctional Therapists
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Simon Says: An Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Program
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Thumbs Up: A 30-Day Sucking Elimination Program
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Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTS) Specialty Training
It’s an honor to welcome you to the Salt & Light family. No goal is too big or too small—together, we’ll create a plan that’s supportive, sustainable, and rooted in compassion. My greatest joy is helping you find the confidence, clarity, and connection you deserve.
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