Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Specialized motor-planning support for children of all ages with difficulty coordinating speech movements, vowel errors, and unusual speech rhythm,
Expressive & Receptive Language Delays
Support for late talking toddlers as well as young children who need to strengthen their ability to communicate and/or understand language.
Areas of Expertise
I specialize in treating and assessing the following areas:
Articulation Delays
Support for preschool and school aged children learning to produce speech sounds more clearly and confidently.
Fluency/Stuttering
Support for children of all ages experiencing stuttering or disruptions in speech fluency, targeting fluency modification as well as their reactions to stuttering.
Phonological Delays
Support for preschool and school aged children targeting speech sound patterns that impact overall intelligibility and communication.
AAC Support
Collaborative support for young children using communication devices to help them express themselves more functionally and effectively.
Services
Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
Thorough, individualized assessments to better understand your child’s communication strengths, challenges, and support needs. Evaluations include caregiver collaboration and personalized recommendations.
Speech and Language Treatment Sessions
Motivating, relationship-centered speech therapy sessions tailored to your child’s unique communication goals, interests, and learning style. Therapy sessions will focus on the goals developed during the speech and language evaluation.
Consultation Services
- Parent Training — Practical strategies and coaching to support communication growth during everyday routines and interactions.
- AAC Training — Guidance and support for implementing augmentative and alternative communication systems with confidence.
- IEP Consult — Collaborative support for understanding educational goals, accommodations, and school-based communication services.
Locations
I conveniently come to you in a variety of towns in Central Massachusetts including Worcester, Auburn, Shrewsbury, Northborough, Southborough, Westborough, and Grafton. Additional towns may be considered based on availability. I can come to your home or a community location (libraries, parks, etc). I also can provide therapy at your private daycare or private preschool/ elementary school. In addition, I can provide virtual speech and language services to anyone in MA who is outside of my service area.
Ready to learn how I can help your child become a stronger communicator?