Cognitive Links: Speech-Language Services for Learning
What is Speech-Language Therapy?
Speech and language therapy are services that range the entire life span. From feeding and swallowing, speech-sound disorders, vocabulary, spelling, reading, writing, executive function, cognitive aspects, orofacial myofunctional disorders, stuttering, social communication, auditory rehab or the deaf or hard of hearing, and accent reduction.
Who needs speech-language services?
Anyone can benefit from speech-language services, but mainly individuals who have speech-sound disorders, expressive and receptive language impairments, dysfluent speech (stutters), immature swallow (orofacial myofunctional disorder or tongue thrust), and/or hearing impairment.
How much does therapy cost?
Pricing for services range from agency to agency. Prices can range from $60-$180 an hour. Some agencies accept insurance while others do not.
FAQs
How can I pay?
Currently Cognitive Links: Speech-Language Services for Learning, is set up to receive cash or checks for services. You can pay per session, in advance, or monthly (at the beginning of the month).
How long will therapy last?
Therapy should be based on the individual’s needs. Some disorders take longer than others to remediate. I try to provide support and also push the individuals to stretch so they are able to feel confident in their skills and move on from therapy services.
What does CCC-SLP mean?
The Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) means that the speech-language pathologist (SLP) has gone through rigorous schooling, training, testing, and supervision. In order for an SLP to maintain their CCCs must continue their education by going to trainings, workshops, and/or conferences to remain up-to-date and relevant in their field and practice.
What if I can’t afford services?
As Cognitive Links: Speech-Language Services for Learning is a private pay practice, responsibility for payment of services are the clients’. There are a few options available, such as Flex spending (usually offered through most employers), insurance reimbursement, or grants.