We are a Pediatric and Adult Speech Therapy and Audiology practice. We are dedicated to helping children and adults successfully improve their hearing, feeding, speech and language challenges. The ability to communicate effectively is critical and is the foundation for relationships with other people. In children it is the primary tool for learning and a key to a successful education. The first five years of life are an extremely crucial time in children's development; therefore, early intervention services are crucial for children with speech and language delays.
In Adults acquired or progressive disorders of communication can be devastating. Whether the loss of communication is from a stroke (CVA) or brain injury (TBI), or deteriorates slowly due to a progressive disease (Parkinson’s disease), there is always a major impact on the life of the individual and those around them. However, there are many strategies and therapies that can make communication easier for individuals and their loved ones.
If you are concerned about your loved ones feeding skills, their ability to make themselves understood (articulate sounds/words), the way they express themselves verbally, their ability to follow directions and/or their understanding of what's said to them, don't hesitate to contact us at Small Talk Therapy.
We are a Pediatric and Adult Speech Therapy and Audiology practice. We are dedicated to helping children and adults successfully improve their hearing, feeding, speech and language challenges. The ability to communicate effectively is critical and is the foundation for relationships with other people. In children it is the primary tool for learning and a key to a successful education. The first five years of life are an extremely crucial time in children's development; therefore, early intervention services are crucial for children with speech and language delays.
In Adults acquired or progressive disorders of communication can be devastating. Whether the loss of communication is from a stroke (CVA) or brain injury (TBI), or deteriorates slowly due to a progressive disease (Parkinson’s disease), there is always a major impact on the life of the individual and those around them. However, there are many strategies and therapies that can make communication easier for individuals and their loved ones.
If you are concerned about your loved ones feeding skills, their ability to make themselves understood (articulate sounds/words), the way they express themselves verbally, their ability to follow directions and/or their understanding of what's said to them, don't hesitate to contact us at Small Talk Therapy.
Services
We use a variety of evidence based treatment techniques to best meet our client’s individual needs. We are all highly qualified and licensed professionals with experience working with pediatrics and adults with a variety of hearing and communication disorders.
Adult Speech & Language Services
​Pediatric Speech & Language Services
Audiology Services
(Pediatric and Adult)
Articles & Resources
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Progressive Conditions
Consultation Services​
Feeding Therapy
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Audiologic Evaluations
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Direct observation in school setting
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Collaborate with teachers on tasks
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Develop techniques to communicate
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Assist with program modification
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Provide resources for school staff
Preschool Screenings
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After a screening is complete
Evaluations
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Comprehensive evaluations are important in helping those with a suspected communication disorder. An evaluation typically takes 30-90 minutes and testing compares an individual's skills to that of others the same age (via criterion-referenced and/or normative tests). Certain areas of assessment will be based off of expressed concerns and clinical observations.
Occupational Therapy
PEERSⓇ
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PEERSⓇ (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is a 16-week evidence based social skills intervention for motivated teens in middle and high school who are interested in learning ways to help them make and keep friends. During each group session, teens are taught important social skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills in session during socialization activities. Parents attend separate sessions at the same time and are taught how to assist their teens in making and keeping friends by helping to expand their teen’s social network and providing feedback through coaching during weekly socialization homework assignments.
Speech Therapy
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Therapy at Small Talk Therapy Inc. is based on each individual's areas of need. Our therapy services are provided in our Lancaster clinic. Therapy is scheduled on average for two visits per week, for a 6 month period at a time. It is required for clients to have a consistent attendance in order for progress to be demonstrated.
STARS
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Social Training And Relationship Skills (STARS) is a social skills training program for children ages 5-10 years old. This 10-week program is based on Social ThinkingⓇ, a teaching methodology created by Michelle Garcia WInner. Her series We Thinkers!Ⓡ promotes the use of evidence based practices such as: visual supports, modeling, naturalistic teaching, story-based interventions and self-management, to name a few. The curriculum turns abstract social concepts into concrete ideas that make sense to young children who find it difficult to navigate social situations. STARS may be appropriate for children with: High functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders, Asperger Syndrome, ADHD/ADD, Social Communication Disorders, or Social Behavioural Problems.
Hearing Aids​
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Services offered in Lancaster. Call us to schedule your free hearing screening NOW!!!
