Speech Language Therapy in the comfort of your own home.

Speech-language pathologists are concerned with the identification, assessment, treatment and (re)habilitation and prevention of communication and/or swallowing disorders in children and adults. SLP’s scope of clinical practice includes the provision of assessment, treatment and consultation services for:

• Language delay and disorders
• Speech delays and disorders including apraxia, dysarthria, developmental articulation/phonology and motor speech impairment not otherwise specified
• Communication disorders related to autism, developmental delays, learning disabilities, stroke, head injuries, cognitive disorders, hearing impairment and progressive neurological diseases
• Literacy
• Written communication
• Swallowing disorders
• Voice and resonance disorders
• Stuttering
• Alternative and augmentative communication needs
• Psychogenic communication and swallowing disorders
• Structural anomalies of speech and voice mechanisms

We do not require a doctor’s referral, however your insurance company may require one to be reimbursed.  We suggest speaking to them first to confirm.

Every insurance company is different, covering different services at different percentages and dollar values.  We encourage you to speak with your insurance company before booking to confirm coverage.

No! Speech Language Therapy can be highly effective for adults dealing with a variety of communication, cognitive and swallowing challenges.

Here are some common ways speech therapy can be used for adults:

1.⁠ ⁠Speech and Articulation Disorders

•Pronunciation/Clarity: Improving articulation for clearer speech, often for individuals with slurred or unclear speech due to conditions like a stroke or traumatic brain injury.

•Accent Modification: Helping individuals modify or reduce an accent for personal or professional reasons. 

2.⁠ ⁠Voice Disorders

•Pitch, Volume, or Tone Control: Addressing issues like hoarseness, monotone speech, or voice fatigue, often due to vocal cord strain or neurological conditions.

•Vocal Rehabilitation: Restoring vocal health after surgery, overuse, or conditions like vocal nodules or paralysis. 

3.⁠ ⁠Fluency Disorders•

Stuttering/Cluttering: Teaching techniques to manage stuttering, improve pacing, and increase fluency. 

4.⁠ ⁠Cognitive-Communication Disorders

•Memory and Attention: Enhancing skills affected by brain injury, stroke, or degenerative diseases like dementia.

•Problem-Solving and Organization: Assisting with executive functioning skills for effective communication and day-to-day living. 

5.⁠ ⁠Aphasia Treatment

•Language Recovery:

Helping individuals regain or improve the ability to speak, understand, read, and write after a stroke or brain injury.

6.⁠ ⁠Social Communication Skills

•Pragmatics: Teaching appropriate conversational skills, such as taking turns, understanding social cues, and using appropriate tone and body language.

•Workplace Communication: Enhancing communication skills for professional settings, including public speaking.

7.⁠ ⁠Swallowing and Feeding Disorders (Dysphagia)

•Swallowing Therapy: Improving swallowing function after stroke, surgery, or conditions like Parkinson’s or ALS.

•Diet Modifications: Recommending safe textures for food and liquids to prevent choking or aspiration.

8.⁠ ⁠Neurological Disorders

•Parkinson’s Disease: Addressing low voice volume (hypophonia) and monotone speech using programs like the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT LOUD).

•Multiple Sclerosis (MS) or ALS: Supporting speech clarity and alternative communication methods as the disease progresses.

9.⁠ ⁠Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

•Training adults with severe speech impairments to use tools like communication boards, speech-generating devices, or apps.

10.⁠ ⁠Post-Surgical or Injury Rehabilitation

•Rebuilding Communication Skills: After surgeries like laryngectomy or traumatic injuries affecting speech.

•Prosthetics and Adaptations: Training in using devices like electrolarynx or palatal lifts.

Speech therapy is highly individualized, with goals tailored to the person’s needs and priorities, whether it’s restoring lost skills, compensating for impairments, or enhancing existing communication abilities. The number of speech therapy sessions you or your loved one will need can vary depending on several factors, including the nature and severity of speech or language challenges, age, and progress over time. It's important to remember that speech therapy is a process, and ongoing communication with the speech language pathologist  will help determine the appropriate duration and frequency of therapy.

Speech therapy can be effectively conducted virtually and is suitable for many speech-related concerns:some text

• Speech and Articulation Therapy: Real-time feedback on pronunciation and clarity using exercises or games.
• Language Therapy: Activities for improving vocabulary, sentence formation, and comprehension.
• Stuttering Therapy: Practicing fluency techniques like breath control and pacing through guided sessions.
• Voice Therapy: Monitoring and guiding voice exercises for conditions like vocal cord strain or hypophonia.
• Cognitive-Communication Therapy: Tasks focused on memory, 
• Social Communication Skills: Role-playing and video modeling to improve social interactions.
• Swallowing Therapy: Demonstrating techniques and exercises for improving swallowing (when safe to do without in-person observation).

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Accessibility: Suitable for individuals in remote areas or those with limited mobility.

Convenience: Sessions can be done from home, reducing travel time.

Customization: Use of digital tools and resources tailored to your specific needs.

Comfort: Many clients feel more at ease practicing skills in their own environment rather than going into a clinic.

Speech therapists use the following techniques to effective engage with clients during virtual, in-home sessions:some text

• Interactive Sessions: Incorporating games, videos, and digital exercises.
• Guided Practice: Real-time observation and correction of speech, language, or swallowing techniques.
• Parent/Caregiver Involvement: For children, parents may be trained to assist in sessions, reinforcing skills outside of therapy.
• Progress Tracking: Digital notes and reports allow therapists to document and measure progress over time.

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