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Start with a free 15‑minute screening
A free speech screening for children, or a free consult for adults. There’s no obligation and no pressure, just a relaxed 15-minute video call with me to see how communication is going and whether speech therapy could help.
- ASHA-certified CCC-SLP
- No waitlist
- Secure video call
Asking for yourself? Choose “Adult” in the form and I’ll set up a free consult instead.
Melisa Gaygusuz, M.S., CCC-SLP
Your screening is with me
Request a screening
Request a free screening
Fill out the form and I’ll reach out to schedule your free 15-minute screening or consult. Or contact me directly:
Call or text (917) 426-7007Email me
What happens in a free screening
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Send a short request
Fill out the form or give me a call. I’ll reach out within one business day to find a time. No obligation.
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A casual 15-minute video call
On a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform from home. I’ll listen to your child (or you) speak, ask a few questions, and get a quick picture of how communication is going.
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Honest, straightforward feedback
I’ll share what I noticed and whether a full evaluation is recommended. No sales pitch, just honest guidance.
When to consider a screening
When should you be concerned?
Most children should be easily understood by age 5. If your child is school-age and still struggling with certain sounds, a quick screening can help you understand whether speech therapy could make a difference.
You might consider a screening if your child:
- Is difficult for others to understand
- Is frequently asked to repeat themselves by teachers or relatives
- Uses speech patterns like “wabbit” instead of rabbit, or “thoap” instead of soap
- Has difficulty with sounds like R, S, L, TH, or blends like TR and PL
Why it matters
How speech clarity affects your child
Speech sound difficulties can show up in more areas than you might expect. When a child is hard to understand, it can affect their willingness to participate in class, their confidence with reading and spelling, and their comfort speaking up around friends. A brief screening is a simple first step toward understanding where your child stands and whether support could help them thrive.
Serving school-age children throughout New York, New Jersey, California, and Washington.