What if that pivotal moment was just the beginning?

Vanessa Abraham

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Vanessa Abraham, M.S. CCC-SLP, is a certified speech pathologist, author, and advocate for ICU survivors. With over 15 years of experience, she has worked extensively with children using communication devices, a skill she unexpectedly relied on during her own medical journey after a rare illness left her unable to speak or move. Vanessa is now a passionate advocate for trauma-informed care and post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) awareness, using her personal story to educate and inspire others. Her memoir, Speechless, captures her journey from provider to patient and back, offering hope and insight to those navigating similar challenges.

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May 13, 2025

Speechless: Finding Voice After a Medical Nightmare | Vanessa Abraham

Vanessa Abraham, a thriving speech pathologist and mother, was plunged into a life-threatening health crisis that left her trapped in her own body. With no clear diagnosis and a long road ahead, she found herself on the other side of the hospital bed, experiencing everything she once treated.