Thales De Nardo
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders
Phone: 828.227.2425
Email: tdenardo@wcu.edu
Office Address: HHS 163
Education:
- Ph.D., University of Louisiana, 2017
- M.S., Bowling Green State University, 2011
- B.A., Ohio State University, 2009
Biography:
I joined the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders as an assistant professor
in August of 2021. Prior to joining WCU I practiced as a speech-language pathologist
for over 10 years in almost every setting in our field, from early intervention to
skilled nursing facilities. Most recently, I founded a private practice specializing
in the treatment of stuttering and other fluency disorders. I enjoy using these clinical
experiences to help students connect their academic learning to clinical skills.
My primary clinical and research interests are in fluency disorders. I am especially interested in analyzing and developing strategies that people who stutter can use to improve communication and social inclusion, and the psychosocial and clinical components of successful stuttering management. I am passionate about empowering those with communication disorders and enjoy being part of self-help groups related to this cause.
When I am not on campus, I enjoy spending time with my family doing all things outdoors, traveling, and gardening.