Speech Therapy

Speech Therapy at Easterseals of Northeast Ohio is a specialized service aimed at helping individuals of all ages improve their communication, language, and swallowing abilities. These services are delivered by licensed and certified speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of speech and language challenges.

Who Benefits from Easterseals Speech Therapy?

Speech therapy at Easterseals supports:

• Infants and toddlers with delayed speech or language milestones
• Children with developmental disorders such as autism, Down syndrome, or apraxia
• Teens and adults with speech or voice issues, stuttering, or communication disorders
• Stroke survivors, individuals with traumatic brain injury, or degenerative conditions (e.g., Parkinson’s) who need help with communication or swallowing

What to Expect

• Comprehensive Assessment: Evaluation of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and feeding/swallowing abilities
• Individualized Treatment Plan: Therapy goals are customized based on age, diagnosis, and personal needs
• Family/Caregiver Involvement: Parents or caregivers receive coaching to help reinforce progress at home
• Flexible Settings: Services can be provided in Easterseals centers, schools, or via telehealth