Personalized Pediatric Speech Therapy for Children in Skokie and Surrounding Areas
Hi, I’m Stephanie, a Skokie speech-language pathologist who specializes in helping children and teens with speech, language, and fluency challenges.
Whether your child is struggling with certain sounds, a language delay, or stuttering, I’m here to provide compassionate, effective support.
I assess each child’s needs and create a personalized therapy plan to help them communicate more clearly and confidently.
Early intervention can make a big difference in your child’s progress and self-confidence.
If you’re ready to support your child’s speech and language growth, schedule a free consultation today. Together, we can help them communicate with ease and confidence.
My Approach to Speech Therapy for Children and Teenagers
Speech and language challenges, such as stuttering, articulation disorders, and language disorders can significantly impact a child’s ability to communicate confidently and effectively. These challenges may affect their self-esteem, social interactions, academic performance, and overall development. If you're concerned about your child's communication skills, I’m here to help.
In today’s world, children and teens often feel pressure to communicate in a certain way, which can make speech and language issues even more stressful. But you don’t have to face this alone. I’m here to support both you and your child through these challenges.
Imagine if your child could speak clearly, express themselves confidently, and navigate social interactions with ease. With the right support and strategies, they can achieve these goals and feel more empowered in their communication.
If you're looking for friendly and effective speech therapy, you've come to the right place. Whether your child is struggling with stuttering, articulation issues, language challenges, or executive function difficulties, I provide tailored speech therapy that meets their unique needs.
For school-aged children and teenagers, I take a holistic approach to speech therapy. This includes educating them about their specific challenges, increasing awareness of their speech and language patterns, and teaching techniques to improve communication.
I also collaborate with schools to educate staff about the specific speech and language challenges that their students present with. This involves raising awareness, implementing supportive strategies, and addressing issues like bullying.
Contact me today to schedule a free consultation. Let’s start your child or teenager on the path to clearer speech, better communication, and greater confidence. I’m here to support you and your family every step of the way!
Benefits of In-Home Speech Therapy for Your Child Near Skokie, IL
Comfort and Convenience: Speech therapy can happen at home, making it easier and less stressful than traveling to a clinic
Understanding Home Life: Speech-language pathologists can see how your family communicate and offer advice that fits your specific needs.
Family Involvement: Family members can support the child's progress, emphasizing the importance of parental involvement in enhancing the effectiveness of therapy.
Comfort in Familiar Spaces: Being at home can make the child feel more relaxed, which can lead to better engagement in speech therapy.
Real-Life Practice: Skills learned at home are more likely to be used in everyday situations, helping the child improve their communication in real life.
Pediatric Speech Disorders Treated at My Practice
Articulation Disorders
Articulation disorders occur when a child struggles to produce certain sounds, such as saying "w" instead of "r" or having a lisp.
Areas Served for In-Home Speech Therapy in Skokie and Surrounding Communities
I provide speech therapy to children living in Skokie.
Speech Therapy for Children FAQ
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Speech Therapy for Children Near Skokie, Illinois
At my Skokie speech therapy practice, I offer in-home speech therapy for children who stutter who live near Skokie & surrounding areas.
Online Speech Therapy for Children who Stutter Throughout Illinois, New York, & New Jersey
I offer virtual speech therapy for children who stutter throughout Illinois, New York, and New Jersey.
​Understanding how stuttering impacts the daily lives of children is crucial. Timely intervention by speech-language pathologists can help manage speech issues effectively, reducing anxiety in various speaking situations and encouraging the pursuit of support groups and resources related to stuttering management.
Throughout my career, I have encountered numerous clients who stutter and have unfortunately had negative experiences with speech therapy in the past. I want to assure you that this should not deter you from seeking assistance. I invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation to explore how I can support your loved one in achieving your communication goals.
Begin Speech Therapy for your Child
PHONE CONSULTATION
First, you’ll speak to the owner of Speak with Stephanie. She will answer your questions, and we will discuss your concerns.
SCHEDULE A SPEECH/LANGUAGE EVALUATION
Book a speech/language evaluation. The evaluation may take several sessions to allow for a more through understanding of your needs and abilities. After the evaluation, we will build a custom speech therapy program specific to your needs.
SPEECH THERAPY FOR YOUR CHILD
We'll partner together to achieve your goals through 30, 45, or 60 minute sessions!
Additional Speech Therapy Services for Children Near Skokie at Speak with Stephanie
As specialists in speech and language disorders, our Skokie practice offers a range of therapy services for children. We treat language and articulation disorders with personalized, comprehensive support to help each child strengthen their communication skills.
Certifications Completed
Lidcombe Program
The Lidcombe Program is a behavioral treatment for children who stutter under 6 years of age (may be suitable for some older children). Treatment focuses on a combination of therapy sessions and parental day-to-day observations to ultimately either remove the stutter entirely or reach an extremely low level.
Call or email me to schedule your free Speech consultation
In-home speech therapy for individuals
in Skokie, Wilmette, and surrounding Illinois areas