Evidence-Based Speech-Therapy that Encourages Independence and Achievement for Children, Teens, and Adults

At Integrated Speech Pathology, our goal is to empower individuals with neurological conditions and communication disorders to communicate effectively and lead fulfilling lives. We provide individualized therapy programs tailored to each client's needs, utilizing evidence-based techniques and strategies and extending speech-language therapy to real-world situations where appropriate. We also offer support and education for family members and caregivers to improve overall communication in daily life. With our experienced therapists and comprehensive approach, we strive to achieve positive outcomes and enhance the quality of life for our clients.

There are various forms of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) that can help children, teens, and adults with considerable speech or language impairments communicate effectively. These options can include solutions ranging from facial expressions, hand gestures, writing, and drawing to electronic devices. Since each individual's communication needs are unique, it is essential to work with a qualified speech-language pathologist who can develop a personalized combination of AAC tools that meets the individual's needs and preferences.

We have the training, skills, and experience to address any complex communication and medical needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Cerebral Palsy
• Aphasia
• Down Syndrome
• Genetic Disorders
• Visual Impairment
• Blindness
• And More.

The experienced speech pathologists at Integrated Speech Pathology can help develop the most suitable AAC system for you or your loved one and provide hands-on training on its uses. We go beyond in-office training, accompanying our clients as they experience real-world situations in schools, homes, grocery stores, and the community to ensure they can use their AAC tools effectively in their daily lives.

Aphasia is a disorder that can significantly impact one's ability to communicate and affect speech and how a person writes and understands language. This condition is often caused by neurological events, such as strokes or brain injuries, which can damage the areas of the brain responsible for language processing. In some cases, such as primary progressive aphasia, it may be caused by diseases or conditions that affect the brain. At Integrated Speech Pathology, we are dedicated to helping our clients with aphasia regain their ability to communicate and interact with others. When provided with appropriate treatment and support, individuals with aphasia can lead fulfilling lives and stay connected to their loved ones.

Integrated Speech Pathology stands out in its approach to treating aphasia and primary progressive aphasia. Our individualized speech and language therapy is tailored to each client, focusing on retraining language skills and teaching alternate forms of communication. We collaborate closely with our clients to develop treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals. By employing evidence-based techniques and strategies, we strive to help our clients regain their communication abilities and enhance their overall quality of life.

Our therapists at Integrated Speech Pathology are expertly trained and have decades of experience working with individuals with aphasia. We understand this condition's challenges and are committed to providing a comfortable and supportive environment for our clients to enhance their communication skills. Our therapy sessions encompass exercises to improve speech and language and strategies for coping with communication difficulties.

Moreover, our therapists extend their support to family members and caregivers. We educate them on effective communication strategies with individuals who have aphasia. This comprehensive approach improves overall communication and reduces frustration for individuals with aphasia and their loved ones.

Selective mutism is a social communication anxiety disorder that can significantly impact a child's ability to communicate effectively. It typically presents itself when a child is between three and eight years old, and it is essential to have the child evaluated as soon as possible to determine whether they meet the diagnostic criteria for selective mutism. Unlike shyness, which may occur across all situations and is a personality trait, selective mutism is a social anxiety disorder that results in the inability of a child to speak at all in certain situations while speaking fluently in others. It's important to realize that selective mutism is not the result of trauma and that it requires specialized treatment to address it. As such, caregivers must seek help from trained professionals as soon as possible after onset to minimize academic impacts and improve outcomes.

At Integrated Speech Pathology, we understand the unique challenges children with selective mutism face. Our highly trained therapist, Donna Spillman-Kennedy, M.S., CCC-SLP, has the advanced training and experience to assess speech-language issues, diagnose selective mutism, and create individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s needs that address communication across environments. We believe in a collaborative approach with caregivers, schools, pediatricians, mental health professionals, and other specialists to provide comprehensive support for children with selective mutism.

Donna's treatment approach focuses on helping children overcome their social anxiety and develop the skills to communicate effectively in any situation. This includes providing tools and real-world experiences in various environments, including at home, school, and in the community, to increase their social comfort levels gradually.

Whether you or a loved one are experiencing difficulties with speech and communication, our LSVT treatments may be the solution you’ve been looking for. Integrated Speech Pathology offers a range of LSVT treatments to maximize speech intelligibility in people with neurological conditions that affect voice and speech, including Parkinson's Disease, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and similar conditions who experience difficulty moderating the volume of their voice. LSVT helps improve respiratory, laryngeal, and articulatory function. Our highly trained and experienced speech pathologists are certified to provide three types of LSVT, including LSVT LOUD for Kids®, the newest LSVT LOUD program to become available.

Our LSVT Treatments include:

• LSVT LOUD®

  This evidence-based and clinically proven method trains adults with Parkinson's Disease and other neurological conditions to use their voice at a more normal loudness level while speaking in all environments.

• LSVT eLOUD®

  For individuals with transportation challenges or physical limitations that make regular in-person therapy difficult, our LSVT eLOUD program offers online speech therapy as a convenient alternative. LSVT eLOUD also allows for convenient involvement from family and caregivers.

• LSVT LOUD for Kids®

  Our newest program, LSVT LOUD for Kids®, is specifically tailored to children with motor speech disorders. Through intensive therapy and the principles of neuroplasticity, our certified speech pathologists aim to reorganize brain connections and improve communication skills.

The speech pathologists at Integrated Speech Pathology are highly skilled in speech-language assessment and individualizing LSVT treatments to meet specific goals. We understand the importance of early intervention and offer LSVT programs to improve current symptoms and prevent future issues related to speech volume.