About

Some kids need Speech-Language Therapy.

I am not going to bore you with mind-numbing statistics and wordy definitions here.

You probably would not be reading my page if your child didn’t need some help speaking, listening, or learning.

The good news is, I am here to help. We can work together to create the plan of action that best fits your child.

Some kids won’t grow out of it.

You usually don’t have to look very far before you find someone that says, “They will talk when they are ready” or “Speech therapy isn’t necessary; don’t waste your money.”

The wait-and-see approach rapidly dissolves crucial time that could be used heading toward improvements.

There are State and District programs that may cover the cost of therapy if your child qualifies under a certain criterion. Insurance also may cover visits.

There are instances when a child would benefit from speech-language therapy but doesn’t qualify under the rigid criteria. Private therapy is a great option to support the communication needs of your child.

There are no waiting rooms.

ALM Speech Therapy meets you where you are, literally.

Children learn best in their natural setting, which might be their home, daycare, or preschool. This also supports generalization of the new skills, which means you see a difference faster.

As an added plus, there is no travel time to and from therapy on your end, which saves YOU time and money.

Communication is EVERYTHING!

The most important part of my job is fostering communication between a child and the people in their world.

It may start with a first word, but I believe it stretches far beyond. This is the strong foundation that will support your child as they grow through their formative years.

Becoming in-tune with your child’s needs and establishing a connection through communication while they are little will bear fruit later during the awkward or rebellious years.

I like to think that I help parents plant the seed to open and supportive communication, which is just one of the many reasons I love my job so much.

The results do the talking.

Over the past 12 years, children working with me have learned how to express their needs or finally master that speech sound that they have never been able to say before on their own.

They have learned how to connect with other kids and to advocate for themselves in the classroom. When children cannot verbally express their needs, I have helped teach sign language and use AAC devices.

Parents with a Special Needs child have felt the burden eased using strategies that best fit their family.

It’s more than just ‘doing my job.’ On those hard days when I think I am a hamster on a wheel, the box of Thank You cards I have saved over the years from families with whom I have had the pleasure of working are a constant reminder.

The messages of gratitude saying that I “gave him his voice in the world” or that the child “would never have made as much progress with anyone else” help me know I am making a difference and that this is the path I was meant to be on.

Understanding and compassion are essential.

I have been a Speech-Language Pathologist longer than I have been a Mother, but I am a Mother first.

As a mom, I am in your shoes every day, experiencing the same joys, challenges, and sometimes needing to ask for help. I’ve had to bring my own kids for evaluations and services, so I know first-hand what life is like for you.

Having a mom perspective, in addition to my clinical expertise, helps me understand your unique family dynamic.