Tricia Hedinger

Tricia Hedinger
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Hello! My name is Tricia and I am an associate professor in the Department of Audiology & Speech Pathology at University of Tennessee in Knoxville with specialties in stuttering and early childhood language. I am a mom to 3 girls, including 10 year old twins and a 14 year old, and a stepmom to 2 boys in their twenties. In 2013, my husband, Richard, and I relocated to Knoxville from Delaware. He grew up in NY and I in Pennsylvania. We love the small city feel of Knoxville, the proximity to the mountains and the fantastic community that surrounds us in our Farragut home. We spend our evenings and weekends on the sidelines cheering on our kids in various sporting events. My primary hobby is driving children from one place to another. I have a passion for anti-bullying movements, outdoor education and building support group networks around the world. I host a podcast entitled "Stutter Stories" to help share the voices of people who stutter internationally. I am a huge fan of thinking globally and acting locally. I am glad to be a part of Knoxville Moms and feel inspired when parents connect to take action for the well-being of each other and their children.

Speech Therapy In Knoxville

Speech-language therapy is beneficial for both children and adults who experience difficulty with communication and/or feeding. Parents develop concerns when their child is not progressing at the rate of his/her peers. Spouses...
Making Holidays Inclusive For People With Speech And Hearing Challenges

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When holiday parties roll around, friends and family gather around tables, cluster in the kitchen, head to restaurants, play festive music, and engage in general holiday merriment. These scenarios often alienate those who experience...
Riverside Coffee Shop: Coffee With A Cause 

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Dos And Don'ts Of Vacationing With Multiple Families

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Weird Facts To Help Us Better Understand Teens

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