Leighton Mason

Leighton Mason is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and Lecturer at the University of Mississippi. She serves as a Supervisor in the University of Mississippi Speech and Hearing Center and holds an academic appointment in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders within the School of Applied Sciences. Her clinical and teaching focus revolves around Childhood Language and Learning Disorders.

Education:

• M.S. in Communicative Disorders, University of Mississippi (2012)
• Bachelor’s degree from University of Mississippi

Research and Clinical Interests: Specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder interventions, literacy development in children, articulation therapy techniques, and language therapy methodologies. Her work bridges clinical practice with academic instruction in communication sciences.

Courses Taught:

• CSD 316: Language and Learning Disorders
• CSD 498: Undergraduate Clinical Practicum

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the University of Mississippi Speech and Hearing Center, providing clinical training and patient care services.