FAQs
Is teletherapy as good as "table top" therapy?
While some people refer to "table top" therapy as "in-person" therapy, we do not, as teletherapy is still "in person". Teletherapy is provided with the same level of expertise, professionalism and respect for our code of ethics, state and federal laws as "table top" therapy. The only difference is the delivery method. When thought and care for technology and the environment has been put into this delivery method by both the SLP and client, the sessions are very successful. There are numerous studies that indicate that teletherapy can be just as effective as "table top" therapy. We are happy to share these studies with you!
Is teletherapy for everybody?
No, and it is unethical for us to claim that everyone will benefit from teletherapy. While the majority of our clients do benefit from speech teletherapy, some will progress better with "table top" therapy. If we feel this is the case, this will be communicated to the parents. Another option is to provide consultation and education services to parents so they can instill strategies at home with their child.
How do I know if my child needs speech therapy
Common signs of speech delay or problems include:
A child who is not social and shies away from making eye contact.
A child whose speech is hard to understand.
A child who has difficulty following directions.
A child who has difficulty putting words together to form sentences.
Do you do online speech evaluations?
Yes, we are fully equipped with standardized testing for online use. To get a complete picture, we combine standardized testing with informal measures, as well as information from parents and teachers. We have been conducting full online speech evaluations for years and are very confident that it will give us the right information we need to create an optimal treatment plan.
How Can speech therapy help my child?
The speech-language pathologist will work with your child to improve all aspects of speech, such as forming speech sounds correctly, and improving fluency. The speech therapist will also work with your child to improve vocabulary, verbal expression and comprehension of language and linguistic concepts.
at what age should i be concerned about my child’s speech?
Speech and language problems differ, but often overlap. For example:
A child with a language delay might say words well but only be able to put two words together.
A child with a speech delay might use words and phrases to express ideas but is hard to understand.
If your child’s speech is harder to understand than expected for their age:
Parents and regular caregivers should understand about 50% of a child's speech at 2 years and 75% of it at 3 years.
By 4 years old, a child should be mostly understood, even by people who don't know the child.
Do you take insurance for private clients?
We do not take insurance for private clients, and pay is expected at the time of service. We do however, provide you with a Superbill that can be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement to you. Superbills are documents for insurance carriers. They provide detailed, specific information about speech therapy services rendered. Please check with your insurance company to understand coverage for speech teletherapy.
We plan to travel for a week or more. Can you still provide teletherapy at that time?
If we are not licensed in the state where the client will be traveling, we cannot provide services at that time. By law, we must be licensed in the state where the client is receiving therapy.
What do you charge for speech therapy?
Please contact us for information regarding individual fees. They vary depending on types of services offered.
