BREAKING BARRIERS: A DEAF AUDIOLOGIST’S JOURNEY             

Dr. Anderson was born with a severe-to-profound hearing loss and wore hearing aids until the birth of her second child, at which point she experienced a further decrease in hearing. She embarked on a journey of progression and received bilateral cochlear implants. During her teenage years, she discovered her calling to inspire and educate others about hearing loss, sharing the trials, tribulations, and joys of embracing her deafness.

A native of Northern Virginia, outside the Washington DC area, she is proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) and feels deeply connected when engaging with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing community. As a military spouse, she noticed the significant prevalence of noise exposure and provided counseling to Veterans and service members navigating through hearing loss and tinnitus.

In her free time, she revels in travel and the outdoors. Whether skiing down the slopes, biking on trails or paddle boarding the rivers, she is often accompanied by her husband, son, daughter and faithful Australian Shepherd, Rosie.

EDUCATION

• BA, Providence College

• MEd, University of Virginia

• AuD, A.T. Still University, Arizona School for Health Sciences

AFFILIATIONS

• American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)

• American Academy of Audiology (AAA)

• Board Certified in OR and CA

• Oregon Academy of Audiology (OAA)

Dr. Anderson prioritizes patient-centered-care, drawing from her own experiences living with hearing loss to empathize with individuals facing similar challenges. Additionally, she shares a special connection with parents of infants and children with newly diagnosed hearing loss. While embracing technology, she acknowledges the uniqueness of each patient’s hearing goals and preferences.

Through personalized care tailored to every individual, she strives to ensure the best possible outcome for their journey ahead.  Dr. Anderson looks forward to meeting you.