Speech & Cognitive Function

fluency disorders & Stuttering

Fluency disorders affect the flow and rhythm of speech. Therapy focuses on improving speech fluency and communication confidence. We commonly treat:

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• Stuttering

• Speech hesitations and repetitions

• Blocks in speech

• Difficulty speaking smoothly

• Anxiety related to speaking

Social Communication & Pragmatic Disorders

Social communication disorders affect the ability to interact effectively with others. Therapy focuses on improving social skills and functional communication. We commonly treat:

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• Difficulty with conversations

• Difficulty understanding social cues

• Difficulty staying on topic

• Difficulty interpreting figurative language

• Autism-related communication challenges

• Social communication delays

Hearing Related Communications Disorders

Hearing loss can affect speech and language development. Therapy focuses on improving communication and listening skills. We commonly treat:

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• Speech and language delays related to hearing loss

• Communication difficulties with hearing devices

• Listening comprehension challenges

• Auditory processing challenges

aphasia & Adult Language Disorders

Aphasia and related conditions can affect communication following neurological injury. Therapy focuses on restoring language function and improving communication. We commonly treat:

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• Aphasia following stroke

• Difficulty speaking

• Difficulty understanding language

• Reading and writing difficulties

• Communication challenges following brain injury

cleft palate & Structural Speech Disorders

Structural conditions can affect speech clarity and feeding. Therapy focuses on improving speech production and functional communication. We commonly treat:

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• Cleft palate

• Speech clarity issues

• Resonance disorders

• Feeding and swallowing challenges related to structural conditions

How Speech Therapy Helps

Our speech therapy programs are designed to:

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• Improve speech clarity

• Improve language skills

• Improve cognitive functioning

• Improve communication confidence

• Support academic and work performance

• Improve independence in daily life

receptive & Expressive Language disorders

Language disorders can affect a person’s ability to understand and use spoken or written language. Therapy focuses on improving communication skills and confidence. We commonly treat:

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• Difficulty following directions

• Limited vocabulary

• Difficulty forming sentences

• Difficulty answering questions

• Difficulty expressing thoughts and ideas

• Language delays in children

• Language impairments following injury or illness

Speech Sound Disorders & childhood apraxia of speech

Speech disorders can affect clarity and the ability to produce sounds correctly. Therapy focuses on improving speech production and intelligibility. We commonly treat:

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• Childhood apraxia of speech

• Speech sound disorders

• Difficulty producing sounds

• Speech delays

• Reduced speech clarity

• Motor planning challenges affecting speech

Voice Disorders

Voice disorders can affect vocal quality, pitch, and endurance. Therapy focuses on improving vocal function and reducing strain. We commonly treat:

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• Aphonia and dysphonia

• Hoarse or weak voice

• Voice fatigue

• Difficulty projecting voice

• Voice changes due to injury or illness

Acquired Apraxia of Speech

This condition affects the brain’s ability to plan speech movements. Therapy focuses on improving speech motor planning and communication. We commonly treat:

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• Acquired apraxia of speech

• Speech motor planning disorders

• Communication difficulties following neurological injury

cognitive Communication Disorders 

Cognitive impairments can affect memory, attention, and communication skills. Therapy focuses on improving cognitive function and independence. We commonly treat:

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• Memory impairments

• Attention and concentration deficits

• Executive functioning difficulties

• Problem-solving challenges

• Communication difficulties after stroke or brain injury

• Cognitive decline

Ready To Improve Communication & Confidence?

Speech and cognitive challenges can affect every aspect of daily life. Our speech-language pathologists provide personalized therapy designed to improve communication, strengthen cognitive skills, and help you or your child reach their full potential.

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Contact All Care Therapies of Georgetown today to schedule your evaluation.