Your Clarity Cognitive & Speech Therapy Therapists!

I’m Jessica Downing, owner and speech therapist of Clarity Cognitive and Speech Therapy. I graduated from ISU with my Master’s of Science in Speech-Language Pathology in 2014. I immediately began my career in Evansville with Progressive Rehab as I traveled between three different nursing homes. After my husband finished his degree in physical therapy, we moved back home to Terre Haute to start our family.

 

I worked at Union Hospital and then at Harrison’s Health Campus before we had our two boys Joey (5) and Jared (3). During the pandemic, I became saddened by the state of our healthcare system and contemplated changing careers. Thankfully and with the support of my husband, I decided to change the game instead!

 

When not providing speech therapy services to people of all ages, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, running, and being outside as much as possible. I have a passion for all things speech therapy from toddlers to grandparents and everyone in between. I want to help you meet your goals!

Hi! My name is Amber Reece and I am a speech therapist at Clarity Cognitive and Speech Therapy, Inc. I earned my Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology at Indiana State University in 2017. Upon graduation I had the privilege of working for a large hospital where I had the opportunity to practice along the continuum of care - acute care, inpatient rehab, outpatient, and home health. I most recently worked in the schools for 2 years working with the littlest learners in a developmental preschool program.

 

I am here to support patients and families on the journey to make functional gains in communication, swallowing, and cognition in order to be able to live a full and meaningful life! I have completed specialized training for treating swallowing disorders for head and neck cancer patients and treating communication impairments in patients with Parkinson’s Disease. I have broadened my continued education over the past few years to include training in AAC, neurodiversity affirming care, and developmental disorders of speech and language.

 

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband of 6 years and our 3 children. Together we enjoy playing outside, playing board games, and weekly movie nights!

Hi! I’m Carmina Armstrong, a speech-language pathologist at Clarity Cognitive and Speech Therapy, Inc. I graduated from Indiana State University in 2023 and went on to earn my Master’s degree from Eastern Illinois University in 2025.

 

I enjoy working with individuals across the lifespan and believe that real connections lead to real progress. My goal is to meet each client where they are and help them build the skills they need for everyday life — whether that’s communication, cognition, or swallowing.

 

Before becoming an SLP, I was a swimmer at ISU and coached for the Terre Haute Torpedoes. Outside of work, you’ll find me hanging out with my fiancé and family, walking outside, listening to podcasts, working out, or watching college sports. I’m also a proud cat mom to Pumpkin, who definitely keeps things fun!

 

I’m excited to be part of the Clarity team and can’t wait to help you or your loved one meet their goals!