What is speech therapy and how does it work?

Speech therapy helps children and adults improve communication skills. At our Pleasantville, NY practice, a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) uses evidence-based techniques to improve speech sounds, language, voice, and fluency. Therapy may include interactive activities, exercises, and home practice.

How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?

If your child is difficult to understand, struggles with language, or isn’t meeting speech milestones, an evaluation with a speech therapist in Pleasantville can help. Early intervention often leads to faster progress.

Do you offer in-person and online speech therapy?

Yes. We provide in-person speech therapy in Pleasantville, NY and convenient online speech therapy (teletherapy) across New York. Online sessions are effective and allow families to access services from home.

Is speech therapy covered by insurance?

Our speech therapy services in are private pay only and not directly covered by insurance. However, we provide a detailed superbill after each session. Many families submit this to their insurance provider for possible out-of-network reimbursement. We recommend checking with your insurance company to see if your plan offers this benefit.

How long does it take to see progress in speech therapy?

Progress varies for each client. Some see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may need several months of therapy. We create personalized plans to help each client succeed as quickly as possible.

Who can benefit from speech therapy?

Speech therapy can benefit children and teens who experience challenges with communication, language, speech sounds, or social skills. At our practice, we help children with developmental delays, adults recovering from stroke or brain injury, and anyone who wants to improve their speech and communication skills.

What age groups do you work with?

We provide speech therapy for toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, teenagers, and adults in Pleasantville and the surrounding communities. Therapy is always personalized to meet each client’s age, goals, and unique needs.

What types of speech and language disorders do you treat?

At our practice, we treat a wide range of communication challenges, including:

• Speech sound disorders (articulation, phonological disorders)

• Language delays and developmental language disorders

• Language based learning disabilities (dyslexia)

• Social communication difficulties

We create individualized therapy plans to help every client achieve their communication goals.