Assessment
Speech Therapy Success provides full diagnostic evaluations. This may include providing case history information, participating in interviews and informal observation and administration of standardized testing.
The amount of time required for this evaluation could depend on the following factors client's age, attention and behavior, speech and language concerns and needs
as well as previous assessments and treatment.
Therapy
At Speech Therapy Success individualized program will be set up to meet the needs of each client. Treatment is typically done on a one-to-one basis. However, when appropriate, group treatment may also be available.
Sessions vary in length according the age, behavior/attention, and needs of the client. We encourage parents/guardians to attend the appointment whenever it is appropriate and does not interfere with the child’s ability to participate in the sessions.
Articulation Delays
Articulation Delays- are defined by difficulties with the production of certain sounds that may make it difficult for a child to be understood.
Apraxia of Speech/ Motor Speech Disorders
Apraxia of Speech/ Motor Speech Disorders- are defined by difficulty saying sounds, syllables or words due to problems with speech motor planning. This means that the brain may have difficulty planning the movement and coordination of the muscles needed for speech.
Language Delays
Language Delays- encompasses both the understanding or comprehension of language ( following directions, understanding concepts) and the expression or use of language ( vocabulary, grammar, word order).
Learning Delays
Learning Delays- a child may have difficulty with reading, writing, spelling, verbal problem solving or auditory memory.
Voice Disorders
Voice Disorders- can be characterized by difficulties with the quality of the voice, voice loss or tired/ effort full voice production. It is important to see your family physician or an ear, nose and throat specialist to diagnose any medical condition associated with voice concerns.
Accent Modification
Accent Modification- involves evaluating a non- native English speakers’ speech patterns and providing specific training for speech sound production, stress, rhythm and intonation patterns to improve overall speech intelligibility. Conversational English language groups may be offered.
Fluency Disorders (Stuttering)
This may involve difficulties with the smooth flow of speech on sounds, words, phrases and in conversation.
Preliteracy and Literacy Skills
This involves improving phonological awareness skills such as rhyming, blending and segmentation, as well as reading and writing skills.
Group Therapy
This may involve small group instruction to target articulation and/or language skills for preschool and school aged children.
Social Communication Concerns
This focuses on improving social skills such as eye contact, turn taking, staying on topic and expressing needs.