Speech and Language Services for Adults

Speak Out New York utilizes comprehensive resources to provide a variety of consultations, evaluations and treatments.

We provide adult services in the following areas:

• Cognitive Rehabilitation (i.e. post stroke or accident)
• Dementia
• Progressive Neurological Diseases/Disorders
• Swallowing Disorders
• Augmentative/Alternative Communication
• Foreign Accent Reduction
• Voice Disorders
• Cognitive Groups
• Articulation Therapy/Lisp Remediation
• Dysfluency Disorders

Screening

A screening is a preliminary assessment to determine if a complete evaluation is warranted. At Speak Out New York this service is offered free of charge.

Consultations

Initial Consultations include an assessment based on informal observations and clinical opinion. Recommendations are provided at the end of the consult along with verbal discussion and family counseling. A written report may be included upon request.

Ongoing Consultations include informal observations, clinical opinion and may include formal testing. Recommendations are provided along with verbal discussion, family training and/or counseling. A written report may be included upon request.

Evaluations

All evaluations include informal observations, clinical opinion and formalized testing based on specific areas of concern. A written report is included with standardized test scores and recommendations. Verbal discussion and family training and/or counseling.

Treatment

Treatment is provided in a supportive and relaxed environment. All treatment sessions are tailored to each client’s specific needs. A treatment plan is designed with client orientated goals and progress is monitored on an ongoing basis. Treatment Sessions can be 30, 45 or 60 minutes. Treatment plan will include carryover techniques and home/work activities.