Brooklyn Letters
1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn
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We would highly recommend Ally! Our son always asks about her, so very thankful to Brooklyn Letters for introducing us.
~ Emily, mom of Brooklyn 2 year old -
I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
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Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
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We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
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Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
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We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
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Samantha Dalmas was fantastic! We saw her for a feeding therapy evaluation and while she doesn’t think my daughter needs more feeding therapy sessions at this time, but she gave me lots of tips to try. If my daughter's doctors want … More to see more progress at her next appointment, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Samantha again.
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Brooklyn Letters was recommended to me through a friend's speech therapist friend in NJ. The articulation evaluation for my daughter went well. We were pleased with Kristin's services.
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Melissa was wonderful. Our daughter warmed to her immediately and by the time she left, had already started "practicing" some of the techniques Melissa had shown her. I will not hesitate at all to reach out to Melissa again, should … More the need arise.
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Aileen was INCREDIBLY helpful to us, both in assessing possible origins of my grandson's food aversions, as well as informing us of various available interventions to consider.
I can’t thank you and Brooklyn Letters enough for connecting … More us with Aileen. In all our feeding therapy journey we have not gotten anything near the kind of benefit that we did from her. Her knowledge, professionalism, and responsiveness have put us on the path of progress with my grandson and has also made us feel genuinely well cared for. -
We were amazed with Allison! She met my son at 2 1/2 years old, not speaking much at all, and over a computer, and she was able to develop a bond and friendship, so much so that he would look forward to his weekly computer time with Allison. … More I was not sure how the speech therapy would go- but we are so happy that we tried it out and continued. It allowed my son to gain confidence in his speech, make a new friend :), and also give him the skills and a bit of understanding of how to shape his mouth or where to place his tongue to make the proper sounds. We were extremely happy with Allison- she was fantastic to work with.
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My sessions with Karen have been extremely helpful. My speech has improved tremendously. In fact, I just finished 2 hours of conducting interviews with a consulting client via MS Teams and I have an upcoming conference call. Both my … More neurologist and neurosurgeon remarked about how good my speech is. Much of the day it is perfect, although I still have some rough spots when I get tired or speak too quickly. One of my granddaughters is a speech pathology student at Ithaca College. She sat in on 2 sessions while she was home for winter break, and she was very impressed with Karen.
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We were delighted with Christie. First, and most importantly, our son made great strides under her guidance. So great, that we felt he no longer needed help! She was incredibly patient and kind with him and our son really responded to … More her. Christie was also great with me and my wife. She provided thorough and informative updates on our son's progress and which exercises she was using with him, so we could reinforce what she was teaching him. All in all, we had a fabulous experience with Christie and would highly recommend her.
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Theo was wonderful and his work with my son has produced some progress. I am grateful for the services Theo provided.
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Highly recommend Jill. She is a total pleasure to work with. After a few months working with Jill, my son is reading above grade level and LOVES to read. Mission accomplished!
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Paige was great and we had been really happy with her. I would highly recommend her! I recommend Brooklyn Letters to whomever asks for a speech therapist.
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Isabel was WONDERFUL and our son absolutely adored her, and he is making great progress with his reading and writing.
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Theo was fantastic with our 4yo son. We were very worried that his progress would fall off when we had to switch to remote sessions, but Theo kept our son happy and engaged through the screen. Highly highly recommend!
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We've been working with Theo from Brooklyn Letters for close to 4 months now and the results are apparent; our daughter has vastly improved her speech in a relatively short amount of time. We make "Theo Day" a celebration … More in our house with pancakes for breakfast, and the enthusiasm is matched in the sessions. Theo is fun, patient, professional, and caring, and he gives us the tools to take the lessons beyond the session. Thank you Theo, and Brooklyn Letters, for helping our daughter express herself.
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I worked with Alina to enhance my pronunciation, tone, and pacing while communicating socially and in a work environment. She was great to work with and clear about goals and learning objectives. The improvement from day 1 has been tremendous! … More
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Cathy has been excellent with us and our son. We will sorely miss her. He has improved significantly with Cathy’s help. Cathy was a true partner with us, especially as we pursued additional help through our son’s school system.
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We really loved working with Alina, she is so fantastic. Patient yet firm, and determined the best course of action very clearly and succintly for us. And it all transitioned so well to Zoom as well. I will definitely be back in touch for … More services for our other child after summer break!
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Vera was amazing! My 11 yo daughter made progress so quickly and really looked forward to her sessions. She was kept motivated and engaged.
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The work that Allison P. did with our daughter over the years has been invaluable to us. Our daughter had such a good relationship with Allison, and it allowed them to work really well together - even remotely these past 6 months. This … More year, Allison went above and beyond by helping us throughout the neuropsych eval we did, trying to re-open our daughter's IEP at her school, and eventually landing her at our chosen school. She was in contact with our daughter's teachers, with the neuropsychologist, and made herself available as a reference to speak on behalf of our daughter's learning differences.
Allison stopped by our house last week to give our daughter cupcakes and say goodbye, and I literally cried with appreciation for what an amazing speech therapist she has been. She has been our daughter's biggest champion. The new families that she will work with this year are lucky to have her. -
Sydney was great! Our son was sad to end his sessions with her, which says a lot. We appreciated her honest assessment of his skill level, and he now has materials to self monitor and practice. Thank you!
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Our experience with Theo was terrific. Theo was great with my son. He developed a positive relationship with him based on sincerity, respect, trust and a deep personal connection. In their lessons, Theo was encouraging, creative and kind. … More He helped our son understand how to differentiate the sounds he made when he spoke, and gave him great exercises to practice every week between lessons. Our son was sorry to have the lessons come to an end, but recognized that Theo had helped him as much as possible and it was time for him to stop. Theo explained to him (and us) how to keep working to get the last 5%, and encouraged him to keep working on the exercises on his own. I have recommended Theo to another parent who noticed my son's improvement and inquired for her own son.
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"I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Michelle Macroy-Higgins. We are extremely pleased with her work with our daughter. I was so grateful for my daughter to have a speech therapist who is a researcher (specialty in late … More talkers), graduate professor and practitioner. Her expertise was clearly evident in our conversations and work with our daughter. She was very responsive to my questions and often sent articles and other materials about language development that I found helpful. Thankfully, my daughter's speech improved tremendously. Michelle developed such a warm relationship with my daughter. My daughter was always excited to see Michelle and would greet her at the door with a big hug. Lastly, I would add that Michelle always demonstrated empathy with me as a mother who was initially worried about her daughter's language development. I could go on and on about how pleased we were with Michelle's work."
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Theo is a wonderful Clinton Hill speech therapist. We were really pleased with him. Our son showed drastic improvement, not only in his speech but in his confidence.
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Alexa has been an enthusiastic, reliable, well prepared and caring teacher for our 6 year old daughter. She has been able to improve and increase our daughter's confidence lesson by lesson with patience and competence; through varied … More and productive didactic practice. Alexa has engaged our daughter in several activities that always kept her motivated and eager to learn literacy. My wife and I, both of us are educators, feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to observe Alexa's pedagogical skills. Alexa has had a big impact on our daughter literacy growth. Thank you Brooklyn Letters!
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We were absolutely DELIGHTED with Marsha's services. She was wonderful. We found her to be kind, fun, engaging, very knowledgeable. She provided us with clear instructions and additional written handouts each week. She engaged our … More son with different techniques and toys, and showed us how to use her techniques when we were interacting with him. I actually just texted her on Saturday - Our son finally said "more" - one of the target words we had been working on with her. It was a total joy to hear, and I had to share it with her - she wrote back immediately to congratulate us. I am so appreciative of her expertise, and wish we could have seen her for longer. I recommended her to another family in our neighborhood who is looking for a speech therapist.
HOW CAN MANHATTAN EXPRESSIVE LANGUAGE DISORDER THERAPY HELP?
Serving You Since 2010! We Are Caring Speech-Language Pathologists & Educators Traveling to Your Manhattan, NYC Home:
No need to leave your home! We come to you, providing speech-language and feeding therapy, literacy, and math tutoring. We offer remote and in-home sessions based on your own schedule! With one-on-one attention, we can help you make measurable progress! Free remote meet & greets, no fee 15-minute initial phone consults, and no contracts: pay as you go!
What is Expressive Language Disorder?
Expressive Language Disorder is a language disorder that affects a person’s ability to express their thoughts and ideas verbally. People with this disorder may have difficulty understanding and using language, including finding the right words, using grammar correctly, and using appropriate volume, pitch, and speech rate. It can affect a person’s ability to have conversations, understand language, and express their ideas.
Signs and Symptoms of Expressive Language Disorder
Expressive language disorder can present in a variety of ways, with common signs and symptoms including:
- difficulty producing words,
- difficulty forming sentences
- difficulty understanding language
- difficulty using language to communicate wants and needs
Other signs may include:
- having trouble following directions
- difficulty with vocabulary
- trouble expressing thoughts and feelings
- difficulty participating in conversations
It is important to note that these signs and symptoms can vary depending on the individual and their age (baby, toddler, preschooler, and school-age children). Early intervention is key for the successful treatment of expressive language disorder, so if you or your child is exhibiting any of the above signs or symptoms, it is important to seek help from a speech language pathologist.
Causes of Expressive Language Disorder
Expressive language disorder is typically caused by neurological, environmental, and/or genetic influences. Neurologically, certain conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, hearing impairment, and intellectual disability can cause expressive language delay. Environmental factors, such as inadequate exposure to language, can also contribute to the development of expressive language delay. Additionally, genetic factors, such as a family history of specific language disorders, can increase the risk of expressive language delay.
How can I Help if my child has a Language Disorder?
If your child has a language disorder, there are many ways you can help. Our Manhattan expressive language disorder therapy offers a variety of services to support children and their families in developing and strengthening communication skills. Our specialists work with families to provide individualized assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plans to help your child reach their language goals. We also provide a range of services to help families learn strategies to support their child’s language development at home, including parent training sessions and support groups. We are committed to helping your child reach their full communication potential and are here to assist you every step of the way.
Getting a Diagnosis
A qualified professional should conduct a diagnosis of expressive language disorder. It is critical to note that this disorder should not be diagnosed by a layperson or a family member, as it is a complex disorder that requires a trained eye. When seeking a diagnosis, it is important to find a qualified therapist or doctor who specializes in working with individuals with this disorder. This type of professional should be familiar with the symptoms, diagnosis criteria, and treatments for expressive language disorder. This person should also be well-versed in the use of language therapy techniques and be able to provide effective and appropriate treatment options. Individuals can improve their expressive language abilities by ensuring the diagnosis and treatment plan are correctly done.
What is Expressive Language Disorder Therapy?
Expressive language disorder therapy is an effective type of therapy that helps children with language and communication challenges. This therapy focuses on helping children develop their language understanding, increase their expressive language skills, and improve their communication skills. The therapist uses direct instruction, modeling, role-play, and games to help the child reach their goals. This type of therapy is designed to be both fun and effective, and it provides children with the skills they need to communicate in a variety of situations.
Our Manhattan expressive language disorder therapy is designed to help children become more independent and successful in class and social situations. With the help of our speech language therapists, children can learn how to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas with greater clarity and confidence. This type of therapy can help children with language, and communication challenges build meaningful relationships and make positive progress in their lives.
What Techniques are Used in Expressive Language Disorder Therapy?
Expressive language disorder therapy can utilize a variety of strategies to help children communicate more effectively. Speech and language therapists may utilize techniques such as verbal drills, articulation therapy, and pragmatic language therapy. Verbal drills involve repeating words and phrases to help children understand and use language better.
Articulation therapy focuses on improving a child’s ability to pronounce words correctly. Pragmatic language therapy helps children learn how to use language in social situations. Additionally, expressive language disorder therapy may involve picture description, storytelling, and word associations. By working with a trained speech and language therapist, children can progress in areas of expressive language delay and gain the confidence to communicate effectively.
How Long Does It Typically Take for Patients to See Results from Expressive Language Disorder Therapy?
The results of effective therapy for expressive language disorder can be seen within a matter of weeks. However, the length of time it takes to see results will vary depending on the severity of the disorder, the individual’s response to therapy, and the type of treatment being used. Most patients generally see the most substantial results after 3-6 months of therapy.
Our Manhattan expressive language disorder therapy helps patients achieve the best possible outcomes in the shortest period of time. With our knowledge and expertise, we strive to ensure that our patients achieve their desired results.
Conclusion
The ultimate goal of Manhattan expressive language disorder therapy is to help individuals learn to communicate more effectively and function more independently. With the right therapy, individuals can gain the skills they need to express themselves in a more meaningful way. By working closely with an experienced therapist, individuals can learn the tools they need to communicate better and ultimately lead more fulfilling lives.
TESTIMONIALS
I highly recommend Manhattan Letters and Craig for speech therapy services. My son is 2.5 years old and has been working with Craig for about 6 months. Craig is amazing with my son; he is always prepared and changes each treatment session to address the needs of my son. Craig has a great approach using play to elicit words, phrases, and sentences. At this point, my son is now saying 3-word sentences and each week he shows improvement. He is always excited to see Craig for his weekly sessions. In addition, it is convenient that Craig comes to our home to perform his treatment sessions.
– Jaclyn, mom of Kenny
My sessions with Karen have been extremely helpful. My speech has improved tremendously. In fact, I just finished 2 hours of conducting interviews with a consulting client via MS Teams and I have an upcoming conference call. Both my neurologist and neurosurgeon remarked about how good my speech is. Much of the day it is perfect, although I still have some rough spots when I get tired or speak too quickly. One of my grand daughters is a speech pathology student at Ithaca College. She sat in on 2 sessions while she was home for winter break, and she was very impressed with Karen.
– William S.
Two Thumbs Up! We are so grateful to Craig. He has worked with our son, Max, for over a year with his speech delay. Max’s progress with Craig has been phenomenal to the point where, going into kindergarten in September, Max will no longer be needing speech services! Craig has been very thoughtful in tailoring the program to meet Max’s needs and finding ways to inspire him. We’re so grateful we found him.
– Irene and Julie, mothers of Max
I also want to thank Manhattan Letters generally for being such a great resource/business! I want to thank you so very much for introducing us to Amy and for including her in the Manhattan Letters network. When we contacted Manhattan Letters we were completely unsure of what our daughter needed in terms of speech therapy, or what we could achieve under the very stressful circumstance of having only about eight weeks prior to moving abroad during which to undertake any therapy at all. Amy helped us to strategize both pre-and post-evaluation and was practical, efficient, and communicative throughout the process of initiating and, later, undertaking, the speech therapy for our five-year-old. Having Amy come to our home twice a week was the perfect solution for us it definitely put my daughter at ease and certainly made our lives infinitely easier; Amy was always on time and ready to jump right in. Our daughter warmed to Amy immediately (not surprisingly, given Amy’s warm personality and engaging demeanor) and looked forward to her sessions every week, constantly asking “Is it an Amy day?” Within one or two sessions our daughter was making sounds she had never made before, and she continues to make amazing progress. I can’t praise Amy’s work highly enough and only wish we were remaining in the city so our daughter could continue therapy with her!
-Leah Clarkson
Speech-Language Therapist (Pathologist) and a Learning Specialist
Meet Some of Our Manhattan Expressive Language Disorder Therapists
Rachel S.
NYS SLP, TSSLD
Nikki R.
NYS CCC- SLP, TSSLD
Alisa H.
M.S CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Katherine
M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Laura
MA in Linguistics, SLP
Jill
M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
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