Kimberly Mattison

Kimberly Mattison is a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences at the University of New Mexico. She holds a clinical doctorate from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, a master's in Speech-Language Pathology from Old Dominion University, and a bachelor's in Communication Sciences and Disorders from James Madison University. Her clinical expertise spans schools, specialized programs, outpatient facilities, and early intervention.

Her primary clinical focus is serving individuals with complex communication needs, particularly children using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices. She specializes in developing foundational language skills across therapeutic settings. Her research interests include AAC implementation strategies and language development in autism spectrum disorders.

Professional Focus:

• AAC intervention for children
• Language development across clinical environments
• Therapeutic approaches for ASD