Trayonna D. Cole, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-language Pathologist-Clinical Specialist
Phone:
832-227-1900
Languages: English
Departments:
Office location:
18200 Katy Fwy
Houston, TX 77094
Get to know Trayonna D. Cole, MS, CCC-SLP
Trayonna Cole is a dedicated speech-language pathologist who utilizes the fundamentals of evidence-based practice to provide quality care to patients with complex medical conditions across the life span. While her primary clinical focus is dysphagia management, she is also skilled in diagnosing and treating cognitive communication disorders, voice disorders, language disorders, and motor speech disorders.
Trayonna is equally passionate about education and professional development. She is committed to cultivating the next generation of speech-language pathologists and expanding the knowledge of healthcare professionals through mentorship, guest lectures, panel presentations, and engagement with undergraduate and graduate university programs. Through these efforts, she strives to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and clinical practice while empowering students to develop confidence, clinical reasoning, and a strong foundation for professional growth.
Personal Statement
I am deeply committed to providing high quality, evidence-based care to my patients and their families. I have a passion for underserved populations, health care literacy and equity, as well as mentorship.
Clinical Interests
Dysphagia across the lifespan, feeding/swallowing, continuity of care from inpatient to outpatient settings, instrumental swallow evaluations (VFSS/FEES), airway disorders, acquired brain injury, neurodevelopmental care, cleft lip and palate
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern University and A&M College | Masters | Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology | 2017 |
| Southern University and A&M College | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology & Audiology | 2013 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Speech-Language Hearing Association | Member |
Board Certification
| Title |
|---|
| American Speech-Language Hearing Association: Certificate of Clinical Competence |
Honors and awards
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2020, 2022, and 2025 - Award for Continuing Education (ACE), American Speech-Language Hearing Association
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Research interests
Prenatal and genetic factors, parent and caregiver perspectives, advanced diagnostic tools