Meet The Team

Ada Luther,
CCC-SLP, AOMT-C

Certified Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist

Ada is a Speech-Language Pathologist with over 12 years of experience working with children in school settings. She joined our team in treating orofacial myofunctional disorders in February 2024. Ada is passionate about helping clients with the foundational skills of proper oral rest posture, breathing patterns, and functional movements in order to mitigate painful or undesired symptoms and improve overall well-being. She holds a B.A. from The University of Tennessee and an M.S. from East Tennessee State University.

Franki Slover

Executive Assistant & Scheduling Coordinator

Franki is an invaluable member of our team, combining dedication, expertise, and a warm personality that truly makes her a treasure. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure our clients receive service, infusing every interaction with her unique touch of care and compassion. We feel fortunate to have Franki as part of our myofunctional family. With a Master's Degree in education and over a decade of experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role that greatly enhances our services.

Allison Savic, COM®

OMT of Nashville Founder
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IAOM Board Certified Orofacial Myologist

Allison's expertise is built on 16 years in the dental field and over a decade of specializing in treating orofacial myofunctional disorders. She founded OMT of Nashville in 2015 with a special interest in co-management of TMJ disorders, orofacial pain, malocclusion and sleep-disordered breathing. Allison is passionate about growing the field & supporting access to care, offering hands-on mentorship opportunities for new therapists. She maintains active membership in the International Association of Orofacial Myology and Airway Circle

Kia Dukes

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist

Kia is a seasoned dental hygienist with over 20 years of experience. She discovered her passion for myofunctional therapy and began her post-graduate training in 2018. “The most rewarding aspect of my work at OMT of Nashville is witnessing the positive impact that myofunctional therapy has on our clients' lives.” Kia is committed to continuous learning and strives for excellence in providing the best possible care to our patients.

Karen Galway, CCC-SLP, COM®

IAOM Board Certified Orofacial Myologistt

With over 20 years of experience, Karen is a Certified Orofacial Myologist, Infant Feeding Therapist, and Pediatric Speech Therapist. She specializes in neuromuscular re-education of the oral and facial muscles in order to promote proper tongue position, improve breathing, chewing, and swallowing.

In addition to her work with our team, Karen also owns and operates Holistic Speech and Wellness in Columbia. She is an active member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and the International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM).

Elevating Excellence: Our Commitment to Continuous Learning and Team Support

At OMT of Nashville, continuing education is extremely important to every single member of our team. W.B. Yeats once said, “Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire," and we embody this philosophy—while keeping the fire extinguishers handy! Our weekly roundtable and annual weekend workshops allow us to deliver the highest quality of service to our clients while cultivating a strong and supportive environment for all our team members. In addition to our weekly team meetings, we also dedicate many hours every year to formal continuing education to stay sharp and current in our field.