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.
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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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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.
NYC ARTICULATION THERAPY FOR ALL AGES
In the bustling heart of New York City, where words flow as swiftly as the Hudson River, clear and effective communication is not just a skill but a necessity. In this vibrant urban landscape, where millions converge daily, the ability to precisely convey thoughts, ideas, and emotions is paramount. Join us as we delve into the world of articulation therapy.
In the city that never sleeps, where communication is king, let’s embark on a journey toward mastering speech, exploring how NYC’s articulation therapy services profoundly impact the lives of its diverse inhabitants, from children to adults. Do you or your child have difficulty saying particular sounds? Our speech therapists can help. We travel throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx.
Articulation Therapy: What To Expect?
Articulation therapy is structured to improve speech sound errors and overall communication skills. It begins with an initial assessment by a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) who identifies specific sound challenges. A personalized treatment plan is then crafted, outlining objectives and strategies. Regular one-on-one sessions with the SLP involve targeted speech sound exercises, feedback, and correction to enhance articulation and clarity. This collaborative journey aims to boost communication confidence and effectiveness through gradual progress.
In essence, articulation therapy involves initial assessment, a personalized treatment plan, and regular sessions with an SLP for speech sound exercises, feedback, and correction. The goal is to improve articulation and clarity, enhancing communication skills and confidence.
How Do You Know If You Or Your Child Need Articulation Therapy?
Recognizing the need for articulation therapy for yourself or your child involves identifying certain speech sound patterns and considering their impact on communication.
Here are some indicators that may suggest the need for articulation therapy:
For Children:
- Speech Sound Errors: Frequent and consistent mispronunciations of specific sounds or sound patterns. For example, you are substituting one sound for another, omitting or distorting sounds in words.
- Difficulty Being Understood: If a child’s speech is consistently unclear to others, including parents, teachers, and peers, it may be a sign that articulation therapy is needed.
- Age-Inappropriate Errors: Speech sound errors that persist beyond the typical age at which most children have mastered those sounds. It’s normal for younger children to make some speech sound errors, but if they persist as the child ages, it can indicate a need for intervention.
- Frustration or Avoidance: If a child becomes frustrated or avoids speaking situations because they know their speech sound difficulties, this can be a red flag.
- Difficulty with Literacy: Speech sound challenges can also impact a child’s ability to learn to read and write. If there are signs of literacy struggles, it may be related to speech sound challenges.
For Adults:
- Persistent Speech Sound Errors: Similar to children, if adults consistently mispronounce specific sounds or sound patterns that affect their ability to be understood, they may benefit from articulation therapy.
- Accent Modification Reduction Goals: Adults who wish to modify their accents for personal or professional reasons may seek articulation therapy to refine their pronunciation and achieve clearer communication.
- Speech Disorder Diagnosis: Adults diagnosed with speech disorders like apraxia, dysarthria, or phonological disorders may require ongoing articulation therapy as part of their treatment plan.
- Communication Confidence: Adults who feel self-conscious or anxious about their speech and its impact on their social or professional interactions may find value in articulation therapy to build confidence.
In both cases, a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) can thoroughly assess whether articulation therapy is warranted. Suppose you notice any of these signs or have concerns about speech sound difficulties. In that case, it’s advisable to consult with an SLP, especially for children, as early intervention can effectively address articulation issues and promote clear and effective communication.
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 Long Will the Therapy Last?
The duration of articulation therapy varies significantly from person to person and is influenced by various factors. One crucial factor is the severity of the articulation disorder; individuals with milder issues may progress more quickly than those with more pronounced difficulties. Age is another consideration, as children often respond faster to therapy due to their developing speech and language skills, whereas adults may take longer to overcome established speech habits. Consistency and practice also play a pivotal role; individuals who engage actively in therapy exercises and practice at home tend to see faster progress.
Moreover, the specific goals outlined in the treatment plan, the individual’s motivation, and their cooperation in therapy can impact the duration. Overall, articulation therapy can range from several months to over a year, with the treatment’s length tailored to meet the individual’s unique needs and goals.
Early intervention, particularly for children, is encouraged to address articulation issues promptly, ensuring clear and effective communication in the long term.
How Can Our NYC Articulation Therapy Help Children and Adults?
Our speech therapists support individuals of all ages facing diverse communication challenges. Our expertise begins with thorough assessments to diagnose speech disorders, language delays, voice problems, and fluency issues. With these assessments as a foundation, our SLPs create individualized treatment plans, finely tuned to address each person’s unique needs and objectives. This may include articulation therapy to improve speech sound production, language therapy to enhance vocabulary and language skills, voice therapy to address vocal quality concerns, and fluency therapy for those who stutter.
Additionally, our SLPs provide guidance and support to individuals seeking accent modification or augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems. Through therapy sessions, exercises, and ongoing monitoring, our SLPs empower individuals to enhance their communication skills, boost confidence, and achieve clearer and more effective expression in personal and professional contexts.
Contact us now for a FREE 15-minute phone consultation. We travel throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx and offer remote services.
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