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Services for Adults

Small Talk Speech provides therapy services by licensed speech therapists to adults with a variety of speech and language disorders, including:

  • Accent modification  

  • Aphasia (post stoke, brain injury)

  • Dysphagia (swallowing)

  • Dysarthria

  • Professional coaching

  • Stuttering

  • Social Language

  • Voice disorders

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Virtual speech therapy adults
Adult participating in a virtual speech therapy session at home
Adult participating in a virtual speech therapy session at home

Speech Therapy for Adults – Why Work with a Speech Therapist?

Speech therapy for adults offers a wide range of benefits, addressing various communication, cognitive, and swallowing challenges. Here are some key advantages:

1. Improved Communication Skills

  • Clarity and Articulation: Helps adults improve speech clarity, pronunciation, and fluency, particularly for those with articulation disorders or accents they wish to modify.

  • Voice Therapy: Assists in managing voice disorders, such as hoarseness, pitch issues, or vocal strain.

  • Stuttering Management: Helps adults who stutter by teaching techniques to enhance fluency and reduce anxiety associated with speaking.

2. Career Advancement

  • For professionals, improving communication skills (e.g., public speaking, presentation delivery, and accent modification) can enhance career opportunities and workplace interactions.

3. Rehabilitation After Injury or Illness

  • Stroke Recovery: Supports regaining speech, language, and cognitive skills affected by a stroke (aphasia, apraxia, or dysarthria).

  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Aids in restoring communication and cognitive-linguistic skills impacted by brain injuries.

  • Neurological Conditions: Helps manage communication difficulties in conditions like Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

4. Enhanced Cognitive Skills

  • Speech therapy often focuses on improving cognitive-linguistic abilities, including:

    • Memory

    • Problem-solving

    • Attention

    • Executive functioning (e.g., planning and organization)

  • This is especially beneficial for individuals experiencing mild cognitive impairment or early dementia.

5. Social and Emotional Benefits

  • Confidence in Communication: Improved speech and language skills can boost self-esteem and reduce social anxiety.

  • Better Relationships: Enhanced ability to communicate fosters stronger personal and professional relationships.

  • Independence: Clearer communication and swallowing skills enable adults to live more independently.

Benefits of Virtual Speech Therapy for Adults

  • ·Access to Certified Speech Pathologists: Highly qualified professionals with expertise in addressing adult speech and communication needs are readily available online.

  • ·No Location Barriers: Therapy is accessible from anywhere with an internet connection.

  • ·Unmatched Convenience: Flexible scheduling allows adults to choose sessions that fit seamlessly into their busy lives.

  • ·Comfort and Privacy: Enjoy therapy discreetly from the comfort of your home or office.

  • ·Cost-Effective: Online therapy is often more affordable than in-person sessions, with savings passed on to clients.

Ready to start online speech therapy? 
Adult on a video call outdoors during a virtual speech therapy session
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