Could I Benefit from Adult Speech Therapy?

Wondering if speech therapy could help you?

This quick quiz is designed for adults who want to determine whether working with a speech therapist might improve their communication, clarity, or confidence.

Speech Therapy for Adults Quiz

Answer each question honestly — there are no wrong answers! In the end, you'll better understand whether speech therapy could be a good next step for you.

1. Do people often ask you to repeat yourself or say they didn’t quite catch what you said?

This can be a sign that your speech sounds aren’t coming through clearly or consistently, especially in fast or casual conversation.

2. Do you sometimes stumble, repeat words, or feel “stuck” when trying to get your words out?

These may be signs of a fluency disorder such as stuttering—and therapy can provide strategies to help speech feel more natural and controlled.

3. Have you been told that you mumble, speak unclearly, or don’t finish your words?

Speech clarity is key to being understood. Many adults struggle with articulation and don’t realize it can improve significantly with practice.

4. Do you find it hard to speak smoothly in stressful or high-pressure situations?

Tension, rushing, and word-finding issues often make speech feel harder under pressure. Speech therapy can make a big difference.

5. Do you avoid certain words or sounds because they’re hard for you to pronounce or say fluently?

Avoidance is common in both articulation, dysarthria, aphasia and fluency disorders, but therapy can help reduce the stress and give you tools to say what you want.

6. Does your speech sound noticeably different from others around you in terms of clarity or rhythm?

This might be due to lingering articulation errors, an accent that affects intelligibility, aphasia, dysarthria or fluency patterns that interrupt the flow of speech.

7. Do you feel like your speech gets in the way of how you want to present yourself professionally or socially?

Whether you’re in a meeting, interview, or just chatting with friends, your speech should reflect your confidence and competence.

8. Have you tried to work on your speech in the past but didn’t get the results you wanted?

Many adults benefit from speech therapy later in life, especially when the approach is tailored to your specific needs and communication goals.

9. Do you experience a voice that sounds weak, breathy, or strained?

Speech therapy can strengthen your voice and protect vocal health.

10. Would you like support improving social communication skills like conversation flow or active listening?

Speech therapy can boost both your expressive and receptive communication abilities.

How To Get Started:

  • Free Consultation

    Free Consultation

    A short phone conversation to clarify your goals.

  • Get Connected

    Get Connected

    We’ll match you with the perfect Speech-Language Therapist for your needs.

  • Get Started

    Get Started

    Begin working with your Speech-Language Therapist in convenient online sessions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Speech Therapy for Adults

  • Adult speech therapy can address issues like articulation problems, speech clarity, voice disorders, stuttering, language difficulties, and communication challenges after a stroke or brain injury.

  • Yes! Even mild difficulties with pronunciation, voice quality, or social communication can improve significantly with targeted speech therapy support.

  • If you feel self-conscious about your speech, have trouble being understood, or notice changes in your communication skills, speech therapy may be a helpful next step.

  • Absolutely. Online speech therapy offers the same personalized, high-quality support as in-person sessions, with added convenience and flexibility for busy adults.

  • Speech therapy sessions are personalized based on your needs and goals. They may include exercises to improve articulation, voice strength, fluency, cognitive-communication skills, and social communication strategies.

  • Yes. Speech therapy can help you feel more confident by improving clarity, voice control, pacing, and conversational skills, which can make a big difference in professional and social settings.

  • The length of therapy depends on your specific goals and needs. Some adults notice improvements in just a few sessions, while others may benefit from ongoing support over several months.