Speech Language Therapy
Overview Speech-language therapy evaluates, diagnoses, and treats communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan. Services focus on helping individuals improve speech clarity, language comprehension and expression, social communication, voice quality, fluency (stuttering), cognitive-communication skills, and safe swallowing (dysphagia). Interventions are individualized, evidence-based, and family-centered.
Who We Serve
Infants and toddlers with feeding concerns, late talkers, or early communication delays
Preschool and school-age children with articulation, phonological disorders, language delays, pragmatic/social communication needs, fluency disorders, or voice disorders
Adolescents and adults with language, cognitive-communication, motor speech (e.g., dysarthria, apraxia), voice disorders, or fluency concerns
Individuals with swallowing difficulties due to developmental conditions, neurological injury/disease, structural impairments, or aging
Assessment
Comprehensive intake and case history review
Standardized assessments appropriate to age and presenting concerns
Informal language sampling and speech sound analysis
Observation in natural environments (classroom, home, mealtime) as applicable
Instrumental assessment when indicated (e.g., clinical swallowing evaluation; referral for videofluoroscopic swallow study or FEES)
Collaboration with caregivers, teachers, and multidisciplinary team members to gather functional information and set goals
Treatment Services
Individual and small-group therapy sessions tailored to client goals and learning style
Evidence-based approaches for speech sound disorders, language disorders (receptive and expressive), social/pragmatic communication, fluency, voice therapy, and cognitive-communication rehabilitation
Feeding and swallowing therapy: positioning, oral-motor strategies, sensory approaches, diet modification guidance, and coordinated care with medical specialists for instrumental assessment when needed
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluation and intervention, including low-tech and high-tech systems, training, and device programming
Family/caregiver and teacher training to support carryover across settings
School-based language supports and collaboration on individualized education program (IEP) goals where applicable
Progress monitoring, data collection, and regular updates to caregivers and referral sources
Service Delivery Options
In-home or community-based therapy for naturalistic intervention
Teletherapy for assessment and treatment when appropriate and agreed upon by the family
Consultation, classroom coaching, and staff training
Treatment Planning and Goals
Individualized, measurable, functional goals based on assessment findings and client priorities
Short-term objectives and strategies for progress monitoring
Regular reassessment and goal adjustment based on documented progress and changing needs
Duration and Frequency
Frequency and length of sessions are determined by assessment results, severity of need, functional goals, and client/family preferences
Typical schedules range from weekly 30–60 minute sessions to more intensive or less frequent models depending on individual needs
Coordination of Care
Collaboration with physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, educators, psychologists, and other professionals to provide comprehensive care
Recommendations for referrals to medical specialists when medical management or further diagnostic testing is indicated
Billing and Documentation
Detailed evaluation reports, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries are provided
Insurance billing practices vary; documentation will meet payer and regulatory requirements. Prior authorization may be obtained when required.
Outcomes
Improved functional communication in home, school, and community settings
Increased caregiver confidence and ability to support communication and feeding needs
Enhanced safety and quality of life related to swallowing and communication
To schedule an evaluation or for more information about services, please contact our administrative team.
Overview Speech-language therapy evaluates, diagnoses, and treats communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan. Services focus on helping individuals improve speech clarity, language comprehension and expression, social communication, voice quality, fluency (stuttering), cognitive-communication skills, and safe swallowing (dysphagia). Interventions are individualized, evidence-based, and family-centered.
Who We Serve
Infants and toddlers with feeding concerns, late talkers, or early communication delays
Preschool and school-age children with articulation, phonological disorders, language delays, pragmatic/social communication needs, fluency disorders, or voice disorders
Adolescents and adults with language, cognitive-communication, motor speech (e.g., dysarthria, apraxia), voice disorders, or fluency concerns
Individuals with swallowing difficulties due to developmental conditions, neurological injury/disease, structural impairments, or aging
Assessment
Comprehensive intake and case history review
Standardized assessments appropriate to age and presenting concerns
Informal language sampling and speech sound analysis
Observation in natural environments (classroom, home, mealtime) as applicable
Instrumental assessment when indicated (e.g., clinical swallowing evaluation; referral for videofluoroscopic swallow study or FEES)
Collaboration with caregivers, teachers, and multidisciplinary team members to gather functional information and set goals
Treatment Services
Individual and small-group therapy sessions tailored to client goals and learning style
Evidence-based approaches for speech sound disorders, language disorders (receptive and expressive), social/pragmatic communication, fluency, voice therapy, and cognitive-communication rehabilitation
Feeding and swallowing therapy: positioning, oral-motor strategies, sensory approaches, diet modification guidance, and coordinated care with medical specialists for instrumental assessment when needed
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluation and intervention, including low-tech and high-tech systems, training, and device programming
Family/caregiver and teacher training to support carryover across settings
School-based language supports and collaboration on individualized education program (IEP) goals where applicable
Progress monitoring, data collection, and regular updates to caregivers and referral sources
Service Delivery Options
In-home or community-based therapy for naturalistic intervention
Teletherapy for assessment and treatment when appropriate and agreed upon by the family
Consultation, classroom coaching, and staff training
Treatment Planning and Goals
Individualized, measurable, functional goals based on assessment findings and client priorities
Short-term objectives and strategies for progress monitoring
Regular reassessment and goal adjustment based on documented progress and changing needs
Duration and Frequency
Frequency and length of sessions are determined by assessment results, severity of need, functional goals, and client/family preferences
Typical schedules range from weekly 30–60 minute sessions to more intensive or less frequent models depending on individual needs
Coordination of Care
Collaboration with physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, educators, psychologists, and other professionals to provide comprehensive care
Recommendations for referrals to medical specialists when medical management or further diagnostic testing is indicated
Billing and Documentation
Detailed evaluation reports, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries are provided
Insurance billing practices vary; documentation will meet payer and regulatory requirements. Prior authorization may be obtained when required.
Outcomes
Improved functional communication in home, school, and community settings
Increased caregiver confidence and ability to support communication and feeding needs
Enhanced safety and quality of life related to swallowing and communication
To schedule an evaluation or for more information about services, please contact our administrative team.