Brooklyn Letters
1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
MASTERING CLARITY: THE POWER OF ACCENT REDUCTION THERAPY
In the bustling metropolis of New York City, effective communication is not just a skill; it’s a powerful asset that can open doors to new opportunities and connections. Yet, the city’s diverse and vibrant tapestry also means that accents from around the world converge here, each with its unique flavor and cadence. While this linguistic diversity is a testament to the city’s cosmopolitan nature, it can sometimes challenge clear and effective communication.
Discover how accent reduction therapy can empower you to speak with clarity, embrace your unique voice, and bridge the communication gaps in this city that never sleeps. Whether you’re a native New Yorker looking to refine your speech or a newcomer seeking to adapt to the city’s linguistic mosaic, our NYC accent reduction therapy can help. Our speech therapists for accent reduction travel throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx.
What is an Accent?
An accent is essentially the unique way individuals pronounce words, primarily influenced by their native language or regional dialect. Despite the melting pot of languages heard every day in New York City, you might have noticed that the New York City accent, with its distinct pronunciation and rhythmic pattern, stands out in the crowd. However, in some professional or social settings, people may seek to modify or reduce their accent to communicate more effectively, overcome language barriers, or for personal reasons.
What is Accent Reduction Speech Therapy?
Speech therapy for accent modification, often referred to as accent reduction therapy or accent coaching, is a specialized form of speech therapy aimed at helping individuals modify or adjust their accents to improve their pronunciation and clarity when speaking a particular language, especially if it’s not their native tongue.
This therapy focuses on refining the individual’s articulation, intonation, rhythm, and overall speech patterns to reduce the influence of their native or regional accent and enhance their ability to communicate effectively in their target language.
Goals of Accent Reduction Therapy
The goals of accent reduction therapy, also known as accent modification therapy, are multifaceted and tailored to the specific needs and objectives of each individual undergoing the treatment. These goals are designed to enhance an individual’s pronunciation and clarity in their target language while respecting their unique linguistic background and cultural identity.
Here are some common goals of accent reduction therapy:
- Enhanced Intelligibility: The primary objective is to improve the individual’s speech clarity and pronunciation, making it easier for others to understand them in various communication settings.
- Improved Pronunciation: Accent reduction therapy aims to correct specific pronunciation errors or accent-related mispronunciations, particularly focusing on problematic vowel and consonant sounds.
- Fluency and Naturalness: The therapy seeks to help individuals achieve fluency and a more native-like rhythm, intonation, and stress patterns, allowing their speech to sound natural and effortless.
- Reduced Self-Consciousness: Many seek accent reduction therapy to alleviate self-consciousness about their accent, boosting their confidence in communicating effectively.
- Effective Communication: The overarching goal is to facilitate effective communication, enabling individuals to express themselves clearly and be easily understood, especially in professional, academic, and social contexts.
These key goals of accent reduction therapy aim to empower individuals with the skills and confidence to communicate effectively in their non-native language or diverse linguistic environments while respecting their unique cultural backgrounds.
How Can Our NYC Accent Reduction Therapy Help Reduce or Modify Accents?
Our NYC Accent reduction therapy typically begins with a comprehensive assessment conducted by our speech-language pathologists. This assessment helps identify the specific features of the individual’s accent that require modification. Once these aspects are pinpointed, speech therapy focuses on targeted areas such as pronunciation, intonation, stress patterns, and articulation.
Exercises and drills improve articulatory precision and address challenging sounds or speech patterns. Furthermore, auditory discrimination skills are honed to help individuals differentiate between their accents and the target language’s sounds. Visual and acoustic feedback tools may be employed to enhance the learning process. Regular practice is essential, and individuals are provided with exercises and materials to reinforce the changes made during therapy.
Moreover, speech therapy is highly personalized, considering the individual’s linguistic background and unique goals. Cultural sensitivity is vital to this process, as therapists aim to preserve an individual’s cultural identity while improving their communication skills. Progress is continuously monitored, allowing adjustments to the therapy plan to address ongoing challenges or newly established goals.
Overall, speech therapy provides individuals with a structured and customized approach to gradually reduce or modify their accents, ultimately improving their communication effectiveness, enhancing intelligibility, and boosting confidence when speaking the target language.
The timeline for seeing noticeable improvement in accent reduction largely depends on the individual’s level of commitment and consistency in attending the accent reduction therapy sessions. Generally, clients start to observe changes in their accents after approximately 10 to 15 sessions. However, this is contingent upon consistent practice outside of therapy sessions.
It’s important to remember that accent reduction is a personalized process that varies for each person. Just as it took time to acquire your native accent, it will similarly take time to observe substantial changes. Your dedication, repetition, and patience will significantly influence your progress.
Contact us today! Our speech therapists for accent reduction travel throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx.
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