Free Phone Consultation
Begin with a 30-minute phone consultation at not charge to discuss your child's needs. You will learn more about the process of setting of speech-language therapy. This is a chance to get to know each other and answer any initial questions you might have.
Intitial In-Person Consultation
An in-person consultation allows for informal observations and review of background information/previous assessments. You will complete a parent questionnaire prior to our first meeting. This is an opportunity to get to know each other and receive recommendations for next steps.
Assessment
I provide in-depth evaluations that go beyond the basics of formal testing. The most beneficial assessment involves diagnostics that include test results and clinical observations to capture the whole child. A detailed evaluation report explaining your child's strengths and weaknesses provides the necessary insight to formulate a treatment plan for ongoing speech-language therapy.
Feedback Meeting
Following the evaluation, you will receive a written report. We will meet to discuss the results of the assessment and answer any questions you have. Recommendations for how best to support your child through speech-language therapy will be discussed at the meeting.
Speech-Language Therapy
Speech-language therapy sessions are conducted at an established length and frequency, appropriate for your child’s specific needs. All therapy sessions are individualized for your child's specific communication goals. I use a strengths-based, child and family-focused approach. I incorporate activities that are highly motivating to promote positive associations with speech and language. This approach builds confidence and nurtures social-emotional wellbeing. Consistent dialogue with parents/caregives ensures understanding and carryover from individual sessions to home and school contexts. I also collaborate with your child's team of teachers/other providers, as needed.