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Our Speech Language Pathologists

                           
Laurie Johnson, MS CCC-SLP       Chelcey Wells, MS CF-SLP              Lee Anne Rawson, MS CCC-SLP

Speech Therapy

Words – More Than Just Talk
Words are building blocks of communication. They express our emotions and help communicate our needs. But some people can't find the words.... they have a communication disorder. Disorders can affect their ability to speak or prevent them from understanding.

Certified speech-language pathologists are the professionals who identify, evaluate and treat a wide range of speech, language and swallowing disorders.

Disorders Can Affect Anyone
People with communication disorders are young, old and in between. Their problems may have existed from birth or resulted from an illness, accident, or disease.

Common Communication Disorders

· Articulation disorders -- difficulties making sounds correctly. Like stuttering, these often begin in childhood. They may occur late in life as a result of stroke, injury or illness.
· Language disorders -- includes difficulty making sense of the environment, comprehending spoken language or communicating thoughts, feelings and experiences.
· Aphasia -- a language disorder caused by stroke, drugs, brain injury or illness. A person with aphasia may be at a loss for words-- unable to say even his or her own name.
· Voice disorders -- apparent when people speak too high or too low, or when the quality of voice is affected (hoarse, breathy or nasal).
· Cognitive communication disorders -- common in adults after a head injury or stroke. These disorders make it difficult to think clearly, remember or problem solve.
· Swallowing disorders -- known as dysphagia. This usually occurs as a result of illness, surgery, stroke, or injury.
· Stuttering -- the most commonly recognized speech problem, although the exact cause is unknown.


Treatment for communication and swallowing disorders depends on the problem and its severity. Speech-Language Pathologists use computer technology, voice or language exercises and other training to help people develop effective communication skills.

 

Speech-language pathologists at Therapy Zone can also help people with other challenges:

· Professional Communication Skills Training
Trains individuals to use professional speaking skills while in the workplace.

· Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Offering new possibilities for people who cannot speak. Technology offers an array of options, including voice synthesizing computers and communication boards.



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