Service Areas
Early Intervention
Speech Delay:
Speech refers to how we produce sounds and words. If your child has a speech delay, their speech may be difficult to understand, or they may not yet be using sounds and words expected for their age.
Expressive Language Delay:
Expressive language is how we use words, gestures, and other forms of communication to share meaning. If your child has an expressive language delay, they may have difficulty communicating their wants, needs, or ideas.
Receptive Language Delay:
Receptive language is how we understand what others say to us. If your child has a receptive language delay, they may have difficulty following directions, identifying objects, or understanding questions.
Adult Rehabilitation
Aphasia:
Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage to areas of the brain responsible for language. It can impact expression (speaking and writing) and/or comprehension (understanding spoken or written language).
Apraxia of Speech:
Apraxia of speech is a motor speech disorder in which the brain has difficulty planning and coordinating the movements needed for speech. A person with apraxia often knows what they want to say but may struggle to produce sounds and words accurately and consistently.
Cognitive Impairment:
Cognitive-communication therapy targets skills such as memory, attention, problem solving, organization, and executive functioning. Because cognition plays a role in nearly every aspect of daily life, treatment is highly individualized.
Dysarthria:
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder caused by weakness, paralysis, or incoordination of the muscles used for speech, often due to neurological injury or disease. Speech may sound slurred, slow, or quiet, making it more difficult to be understood.
Dysphagia:
Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder. Swallowing is a complex process involving multiple muscles and systems, and it can be disrupted for many reasons. Dysphagia can increase the risk of aspiration (food or liquid entering the airway), pneumonia, malnutrition, and can significantly impact quality of life.
Voice Disorders:
A voice disorder occurs when voice quality, pitch, or loudness is affected in a way that does not meet a person’s daily communication needs. Causes may include vocal fold paralysis, nodules, muscle tension, or other medical and functional factors.
LSVT LOUD Therapy:
LSVT LOUD is an evidence-based speech treatment designed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions. This intensive program targets increased vocal loudness and has been shown to improve voice volume, clarity, and overall communication.