Online Speech Therapy for Children
Throughout Illinois, New York, and New Jersey
We offer online speech therapy in New York, New Jersey, and Illinois to children with articulation disorders, language disorders, executive function challenges, and fluency disorders (such as stuttering).
My approach involves collaborating with clients to establish personalized goals that align with their unique needs. Online speech therapy provide convenient and accessible options for clients in these states.
Online Speech Therapy for Articulation Disorders
Articulation disorders occur when children have trouble making specific speech sounds. This can make their speech unclear and hard to understand. Through online speech therapy, kids can practice correct sound production with a speech therapist’s guidance.
Online speech therapy offers a convenient and comfortable environment for children to work on their articulation. With personalized sessions, children receive immediate feedback and practice exercises tailored to their needs, all from the comfort of home. The goal of these personalized sessions is to help children achieve better speech, enabling them to communicate more effectively and efficiently.
Online Speech Therapy for Language Disorders
Language disorders impact a child’s ability to understand and use language correctly. This can impact their ability to follow directions, express thoughts, and engage in conversations. Speech therapy focuses on improving vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills.
Online speech therapy provides interactive activities and games that make learning fun and engaging. Children can improve their communication skills through real-time interaction with their therapist, helping them become better communicators in both academic and social settings.
Online Speech Therapy for Stuttering Disorders
Fluency disorders, such as stuttering, disrupt the flow of speech. This can cause frustration and reduce a child’s confidence in speaking. Speech therapy aims to improve confidence while speaking and develop techniques for smoother, more fluent speech.
Online speech therapy provides a safe and supportive space for children to practice speaking. With the help of a speech therapist, children can work on reducing stuttering and gaining confidence in their speaking abilities, all within a familiar and stress-free environment.
Online Coaching for Executive Function
Executive function challenges involve difficulties with planning, organizing, and completing tasks. These challenges can affect a child's school performance and daily activities. Coaching focuses on building skills like time management, problem-solving, and more.
Online coaching offers flexible scheduling and personalized sessions to address executive function challenges. Children learn and practice strategies in real-life contexts, improving their ability to manage tasks and responsibilities effectively.
How does online speech therapy work?
I offer secure and HIPAA-compliant online evaluations and virtual speech therapy sessions to support children in their speech and language abilities. All you need is a computer with reliable internet connection and a quiet space.
What are the benefits of online speech therapy/remote speech therapy?
Flexibility in scheduling: Online speech sessions can help you conveniently schedule sessions for your child when they are available.
Consistency: With online therapy sessions, your child can receive consistent and regular therapy sessions, regardless of external factors such as weather conditions or transportation issues. Consistency is key to achieving optimal outcomes in speech therapy.
Comfort of Your Own Home: Online speech therapy is an excellent option for children with mobility issues or who live in rural areas with limited access to speech therapists.
Generalization: When in person, children may achieve something in the therapy room, but then need to generalize the skill outside of therapy. With online speech therapy, the opportunity to generalize skills in their own environment is easier because they will be in their own environment during the session.
Parental Involvement: Oftentimes children receive speech therapy during school hours or directly after school. Parents are often working or running errands at this time. Online speech therapy is sometimes more convenient for you and your child.
Engaging Technology: Online platforms often utilize interactive games, videos, and other multimedia tools to engage children in therapy activities. These interactive elements can make therapy sessions more enjoyable and motivating for your child.
Does Online Speech Therapy Have the Same Benefits as in-person Speech Therapy for Children?
Virtual speech therapy is recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association as well as other professional associations.
This study showed no significant difference between teletherapy and traditional in-person therapy for primary school aged children with challenges in speech and language.
This study confirmed that the webcam Lidcombe Program intervention for stuttering is just as viable as the standard clinic Lidcombe program treatment.
This study confirms the efficacy of online speech therapy for speech sound disorders.
This study confirm that stuttering telepractice evaluations may be comparable to in-person evaluations.
Begin Online Speech Therapy for your Child in Illinois, New York, or New Jersey
PHONE CONSULTATION
First, you’ll speak to the owner of Speak with Stephanie, a licensed speech-language pathologist (CCC-SLP). She will answer your questions, and we will discuss your concerns.
SCHEDULE AN ONLINE SPEECH/LANGUAGE EVALUATION
Book a speech/language evaluation. The evaluation may take several sessions to allow for a more through understanding of your needs and abilities. After the evaluation, we will build a custom speech therapy program specific to your needs.
ONLINE SPEECH THERAPY FOR YOUR CHILD
We'll partner together to achieve your speech therapy goals through 30, 45, or 60 minute sessions!
Call or email me to schedule your free Speech consultation
In-home speech therapy for individuals
in Skokie, Wilmette, and surrounding Illinois areas