Services
Speech and Language Therapy
Skilled speech, language and literacy intervention is provided for children at risk for and diagnosed with delays or disorders in language development, socialization, childhood apraxia of speech, reading, writing, spelling, dyslexia, selective mutism, autism, Down Syndrome, auditory processing, social pragmatic language, stuttering, and hearing loss.
Our Services
Language Comprehension
understanding gestures, pictures, vocabulary, directions, questions, recalling information, metalinguistics
Articulation
oral placement therapy, range, strength, accuracy of articulators, sound production, intelligibility
Pragmatic Language
eye contact, attention, reciprocity, social use of language, nonverbal and verbal skills, conversation, perspective taking
Fluency
airflow, rate, rhythm of speaking, stuttering therapy
Social Emotional
social thinking based on Michelle Garcia Winner’s work, perspective taking, building and maintaining relationships with peers, siblings, and family members
Language Expression
using gestures, pictures, vocabulary, sentence structure, asking and answering questions, relating events, conversational skills
Writing
content, organization, mechanics, spelling
Reading
phonics, phonemic/phonological awareness, rate, fluency, accuracy, comprehension, Fast ForWord program, Wilson Reading Program
Play
solitary, parallel, cooperative play, imagination, joint attention, peer interactions
Speech and Language Services
Parent/Family Training
Providing families skills that improve daily life and build a foundation for success.
Observations / Consultations
School and Classroom observations, consultation services, training for staff.
Evaluations
Evidence-based comprehensive evaluations are the basis for specialized treatment.
Screening and Training
Screening, evaluation and training for daycares, preschools, schools and other learning environments.
My Approach
Assess
No child is an island. An evaluation and understanding of the environment, influences, and coping methods currently being used is the basis of providing strategies for success. Each child, learning style, family dynamic and educational setting is unique which is why the services are personalized to the needs of your child.
Develop
Establishing a trusting relationship with your child and family is critical. It is a partnership at Estero Speech and Language Services. You are taught how to teach your child to succeed in everyday life events. Individualized goals and strategies are provided to generalize improved learning and communication skills across different situations. Personalized intervention with family, educational and medical support is offered to optimize your child’s success.
Advocate
Advocacy is critical when forming a plan for success. Any plan should include your child’s interests, learning style, parent goals and educational support. Collaboration with daycare providers and teachers ensure a more solidified approach to intervention. I work to ensure your child has the support across learning environments. You are your child’s most important advocate.