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Ebony Johnson, MS, CCC-SLP
Founder, Speech Language Pathologist
Ebony Johnson, M.S., CCC-SLP, is the Founder of Magnolia Speech Therapy, a pediatric speech and occupational therapy practice serving families across Middle Tennessee. With 18 years of experience in pediatric speech-language pathology and as a mother of two children with ADHD, Ebony brings both professional expertise and deep personal understanding to every family she serves.
Ebony founded Magnolia after seeing how many families, especially those navigating developmental differences, often felt rushed, misunderstood, or unsupported within traditional therapy systems. She envisioned a clinic that felt different, one where children are honored for their individuality, families are treated as true partners, and therapy is rooted in connection rather than compliance.
She believes therapy should be human first, grounded in dignity, trust, and respect. That belief continues to guide everything Magnolia does.
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Advocacy Certification for SLPs
Jazz N., MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Jazz joined Magnolia Speech Therapy in July 2023, relocating from Texas to Tennessee to be closer to her family. She holds both bachelor's and master's degrees from Abilene Christian University and has a wealth of experience in assisting children with speech and language disorders. In her free time, Jazz enjoys crafting, baking, and immersing herself in music.
Beza A., MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Hailing from Ethiopia, Beza is fluent in Amharic and holds both bachelor's and master's degrees in speech-language pathology. With extensive experience in speech and hearing sciences since 2016, Beza's background spans from being a newborn hearing screener to providing intervention to children across various age groups. Beza's diverse expertise includes working in pediatric outpatient clinics and as an ESL teacher.
Ana P., MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Ana is a licensed and certified speech-language pathologist with a wealth of experience across diverse settings, including skilled nursing facilities, elementary schools, in-home therapy, and private clinics. Her strong skills in articulation therapy and early intervention, along with her multidisciplinary therapeutic techniques, have positively impacted the lives of many children. Ana values incorporating play, music, and multimodal communication in her treatment approaches.
Karen N., MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Karen is originally from Buffalo, NY and earned her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Illinois State University. Before launching her own private practice specializing in speech therapy for children from birth to age 10, she gained extensive experience working in the Illinois public school system and in Early Intervention services.
Karen’s professional interests include phonological disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, fluency disorders, and picture-based communication systems. In 2024, she relocated to Tennessee and joined the team at Magnolia Speech Therapy.
As the mother of two adult children with ADHD, Karen brings both personal insight and professional compassion to her work with families. Her lived experience has deepened her understanding of ADHD and allows her to support parents in recognizing and navigating their child’s unique strengths and challenges with empathy and encouragement.
Occupational Therapist
Terri is an Occupational Therapist with over 30 years of experience, known for a compassionate, play-based approach that supports families with heart and humor. After gaining her clinical foundation at Children’s Specialized Hospital in New Jersey, she has dedicated her career to helping children reach their full potential.
Her practice integrates advanced training in Ayres Sensory Integration, NDT, DIRFloortime, and the SOS Approach to Feeding. Whether navigating sensory challenges or early developmental milestones, Terri’s goal is to build the confidence and independence children need to thrive in their everyday world.