Initial speech-language consultations are a complimentary service.

Consultations are used to help you determine if speech-language services will help your child.

A consultation can include a parent-phone interview. Some families may request to skip this step in the process and immediately begin with a speech-language evaluation, specifically if their child already has a diagnosis or currently receives speech-language services (e.g., in a school setting). Consultations are conducted via phone call.

Comprehensive speech-language evaluations are essential when developing a plan that is best for your child. The evaluation process begins with parent/caregiver completing an intake form that will be reviewed by the Speech-Language Pathologist prior to the evaluation.

On the day of the evaluation, formal assessments and informal observations will be utilized, in addition to the clinical judgment of the Speech-Language Pathologist, in order to provide a thorough evaluation of your child’s speech-language skills. Upon completion, the Speech-Language Pathologist will write a detailed report and provide a recommended treatment plan that will be given to the family. Your child’s initial evaluation is also a chance for us to collaboratively develop a treatment plan and goals.

After a speech-language evaluation has been completed, speech-language therapy sessions can begin and will follow the recommended treatment plan. The recommended length of a therapy session is based on each child’s individual needs. Therapy sessions typically range between 30 to 60 minutes each and may be recommended from one to as many as three days per week.

At the end of each session, the Speech-Language Pathologist will review the session with the child’s parent or caregiver and discuss home practice activities that should be targeted at home until the next therapy session. Consistent data will be taken after each session to measure progress and ensure we are achieving your child's goals.