Aphasia is a communication problem that can affect spoken language, understanding, reading and writing. A diagnosis of aphasia can be detrimental for both the individual with aphasia and their caregivers. Aphasia can affect a person’s ability to communicate during daily activities and prevent them from returning to work. The goal of speech therapy for aphasia is to restore communication and to compensate for the communication challenges. Our therapists can address these problems and improve the quality of life for those with aphasia.

You may hear other terms used such as telemedicine, online therapy, teletherapy, telespeech, etc., but they are all referring to the same concept. With telepractice a person in need of speech, language, voice or swallowing therapy/evaluations will receive all of the benefits of high-quality in-person therapy without having to travel to a clinic or hospital to receive the services.

To make a positive impact on your child’s social communication and language development, you should prepare yourself for success. If you set a little time each day to teach new communication skills to your child, eventually your practice will pay off.

I always get asked from new parents, “How can I help my child learn to talk”. There’s actually a fairly easy solution and after some practice it will come naturally. Check it out and let me know what you think!

Have you been wondering if your child’s speech or language should be evaluated but aren’t sure if it is time yet? When in doubt, go with your instincts because it may be time for help! Read on to learn more about milestones and have all of your questions answered about getting an evaluation by a speech language pathologist.

Approximately 1 million people in the United States have Parkinson’s disease. Of those, up to 90% of individuals with Parkinson’s disease experience voice and speech problems at some point during the course of their disease affecting their quality of life. There is a way to help improve communication skills and quality of life with individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Read on to learn how.

Looking for the secrets to healthy aging? Well, it turns out that seniors don’t need secrets to improve their mental and physical health. If you are a senior looking to stay in control of your life, you just need to preserve your health and well-being with some simple steps, like the ones below, that will improve your daily routines and help you live a better life.

 Nearly 47 million people worldwide have Alzheimer’s disease (AD). With no cure in sight, the involvement of the speech language pathologist is becoming essential to maximize cognitive-communication functioning at all stages of the disease process.

The oral cavity is vital in maintaining good systemic health and an important consideration in quality of life. Here are some helpful oral care tips for those dealing with swallowing disorders.

As a speech language pathologist, I understand the value of educating about speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders. In this article you will learn how to identify the signs of speech and language disorders in adults and get the help that you or your loved one may need.

A new, nationwide effort to educate the public about communication disorders was recently launched by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)—a professional association of which I am a member. Called Identify the Signs, this campaign specifically aims to help people recognize the early warning signs of communication disorders. Read on to learn more about how to identify the signs of speech and language disorders in children.

The number one routine to teach talking and communicating is play. Why play? Because all children learn through play. Play is fun and is a natural part of a child’s development. Play also creates the desire for your child to talk and communicate.

Language is the primary way we communicate, but it doesn’t always come easy for children with physical or cognitive delays. A speech therapist can help.

Reading aloud helps to make reading fun, strengthens your child’s speech and language skills, helps develop early literacy skills and instills in your child a future of loving to read. Check out my top children’s book recommendations and extension activities!

There is a reality-based expression “You are what you eat” as all our body functions depend on how well we are nourished. Let’s explore nutrition’s impact on our children especially during the critical period of language development.