McKenzie is a state licensed Speech-Language Pathologist who received her Master of Art in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Western Washington University. While in graduate school she strengthened her clinical skills at the Providence Children's Development Institute in Portland where she collaborated with OTs, PTs, social workers, audiologists, and developmental pediatricians to ensure quality patient care. McKenzie worked in Early Intervention where she provided services at preschools/daycares and in home as well as created and implemented Individual Family Service Plans. McKenzie also worked at a private practice specializing in pediatrics, providing therapy for children with cerebral palsy, ASD, and hearing loss. McKenzie strongly believes that therapy should be fun and exciting for children. She is passionate about supporting families in fostering their children's speech and language skills through play.