Danielle Manni

Danielle Manni is a second-year master’s Speech-Language Pathologist student at the University of Pittsburgh. Danielle received her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Penn State University and a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. Throughout her professional career, Danielle has learned that her life’s purpose is make a difference in the lives of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. She has had numerous clinical experiences based in pediatric settings such as the Mt. Lebanon School District, the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, and Therapy Works, LLC. In addition, Danielle has worked in childcare settings for over five years at Weecare Children’s Center and participated in a research lab regarding the mechanisms of speech and swallowing in individuals with Down Syndrome at Penn State.

Danielle hopes to advance her leadership skills within her discipline of Speech-Language pathology throughout her time in LEND. In addition, Danielle hopes to learn how to better support the public community of individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities surrounding her.