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Practical guides for parents wondering what’s typical, adults working on their own speech, and anyone sorting out cost and coverage.
Written by Melisa Gaygusuz, M.S., CCC-SLPShowing 20 articles
Stuttering as an Adult: How Speech Therapy Can Help You Speak with More Ease and Confidence
Wondering if speech therapy can help an adult who stutters? It can, and it’s never too late. Here’s what modern stuttering therapy for adults actually looks like (hint: it’s about your goals, not a ‘cure’), with online sessions across New York, New Jersey, and California.
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- For parents
Is My Bilingual Child’s English Behind, or Just Learning Two Languages?
Worried your bilingual child is behind in English? Here’s how to tell the difference between normal two-language learning and a real speech or language difficulty, and how a speech therapist can help, even one who isn’t bilingual. Online speech therapy for school-age kids in New York and New Jersey.
June 14, 2026 · 4 min read
- For parents
Is My Child’s Language Behind? How to Tell If It’s a Delay or Something More
Worried your child’s language is behind? Here’s how to tell the difference between a language delay and a language disorder in school-age children: what to watch for, whether they’ll grow out of it, and when to talk to a speech therapist. Online speech therapy for kids across New York and New Jersey.
June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
- For adults
Accent Reduction for Professionals: Speaking Clearly and Confidently at Work
If your accent sometimes gets in the way at work (in meetings, on calls, or in presentations), accent modification can help you be understood more easily and feel more confident. Here is how it works, with online sessions from a licensed speech-language pathologist in New York and New Jersey.
June 8, 2026 · 4 min read
- Cost & insurance
Does Medicare Cover Speech Therapy? A Guide for Adults in NY & NJ
Recovering your speech after a stroke or other health change? Here’s how Medicare covers speech therapy for adults, what you can expect to pay, and how to start online sessions in New York or New Jersey.
June 1, 2026 · 3 min read
- For parents
My Child Stutters: Is It Normal? When to Get Help
Many young children stutter as they learn to talk. But how do you know when stuttering is something to worry about? Here’s what to look for and how a speech therapist can help.
May 31, 2026 · 5 min read
- For adults
Speech Therapy After a Stroke: What to Expect and How to Start
A stroke can change the way you speak, understand language, or both. Speech therapy can help you recover, and with Medicare and online sessions, getting started is easier than you think.
May 31, 2026 · 5 min read
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- For parents
Your Child Gets Speech Therapy at School: Do They Need Private Therapy Too?
If your child already gets speech therapy at school, you might wonder if private therapy would help. Here’s how the two work differently, and why many families choose both.
May 25, 2026 · 4 min read
- For adults
How a Speech Therapist Can Help With Accent Modification
Thinking about accent modification? A speech-language pathologist can help you speak more clearly and confidently at work and in daily life, without losing who you are.
May 21, 2026 · 6 min read
- For parents
School’s Out: Don’t Let Your Child’s Speech Progress Slip This Summer
When school ends, so does school-based speech therapy. Here’s how to keep your child’s progress on track this summer, and why it might be the perfect time to start.
May 18, 2026 · 3 min read
- For parents
How Speech Therapy Actually Works Over Video
Wondering what online speech therapy actually looks like? Here’s a walk-through of a real session, from setup to practice, so you know what to expect.
May 6, 2026 · 3 min read
- For parents
5 Speech Sounds Kids Struggle With Most
Not sure if your child’s speech sounds are on track? Here are the 5 sounds kids struggle with most and when to talk to a speech therapist.
May 4, 2026 · 4 min read
- For parents
Got an RSA? How to Find a Speech Therapist in NYC
Got an RSA from your child’s school? Here’s a simple guide to finding a speech therapist, what to ask providers, and how telehealth can make it easier.
April 21, 2026 · 4 min read
- Cost & insurance
Is Private Speech Therapy Worth the Cost?
Many parents wonder if private speech therapy is worth it. Here’s an honest look at what you’re really paying for, and why it can mean faster progress.
March 31, 2026 · 3 min read
- For parents
School vs. Private Speech Therapy: A Parent Guide
Your child gets speech therapy at school, but you’re wondering if it’s enough. Here’s an honest look at how school and private speech therapy differ, and how they can work together.
March 23, 2026 · 5 min read
- For parents
7 Signs Your Child Might Need Speech Therapy (And What to Do Next)
Not sure if your child’s speech is on track? Here are seven signs that it might be time to talk to a speech therapist, plus what a screening actually involves and how to take the next step.
March 13, 2026 · 5 min read
- For parents
Your Child’s First Telehealth Speech Therapy Session: A Parent’s Guide
Wondering what to expect from your child’s first online speech therapy session? This guide covers everything, from setting up your space to keeping your child engaged to what happens after the session ends.
March 13, 2026 · 7 min read
- For parents
Is My Child’s Speech Normal? What Parents Should Know About Articulation
Your child says “wabbit” instead of rabbit or “fum” instead of thumb. You’re not sure if it’s just a phase or something to look into. Here’s how to tell the difference, and what to do if you’re concerned.
March 13, 2026 · 5 min read
- For parents
Why Your Child Can Read the Words But Doesn’t Understand What They Read
Your child reads aloud without stumbling. But when you ask them what the story was about, they shrug. Reading comprehension difficulties are one of the most commonly overlooked language problems in children.
March 8, 2026 · 5 min read
- For parents
How Does Online Speech Therapy Work? What to Know Before Your First Session
Online speech therapy is a legitimate, evidence-based service delivery model, and for many clients it can actually be the better option.
February 14, 2026 · 5 min read