Helpful Information

While direct therapy with children is provided in person, parent and caregiver coaching is available virtually. We can talk through a specific concern or I can observe you and your child during a real-life routine, such as play, mealtimes, transitions, or communication breakdowns.

Together, we’ll figure out what may be making the routine difficult and identify practical strategies that fit your child and family. After the session, you’ll receive a personalized written summary of strategies you can begin trying right away.

I am a Licensed Speech Language Pathologist in New Jersey and New York and hold ASHA’s Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP). I earned my master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from Brooklyn College and have more than 18 years of experience supporting children and families.

My advanced training includes PROMPT, DTTC, for Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), DIRFloortime, Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC), Executive Functioning Supports (Seeds of Learning), Gestalt Language Development, PDA, literacy, sensory supports, and coregulation strategies to create an optimal learning environment. I continue to pursue specialized training so that therapy can be individualized to each child’s strengths, communication styles, and needs.

Speech Playhouse is a private-pay practice and does not participate with insurance plans. If your plan includes out-of-network benefits, I can provide a monthly superbill for you to submit to your insurance company. Reimbursement depends on your individual plan and is not guaranteed.

I provide in-person therapy in homes, daycares, preschools, and community settings throughout Scotch Plains and surrounding areas. Families may also choose to come to my in-home therapy space in Scotch Plains. Parents and caregiver coaching sessions are available virtually.

Yes. We’ll begin with a free phone consultation to discuss your concerns and determine whether Speech Playhouse is the right fit for you family. Before therapy begins, I’ll complete an individualized evaluation to understand your child’s strengths and needs, establish a baseline, and develop meaningful treatment goals.

I work with children from 3 months through 10 years of age.

Absolutely! Private therapy can complement the services your child receives at school. With your permission, I’m happy to collaborate with their school-based SLP, teachers, and other providers so we can coordinate support while focusing on your child’s individual needs and your family’s priorities.

Yes. Eligibility for these programs is based on specific criteria, so your child may still benefit from private therapy even if they didn’t qualify. I’ll review any previous evaluations, listen to your concerns, and use developmentally appropriate assessment methods, including a play observation and language sampling, to understand your child’s specific needs. Together, we’ll determine whether therapy would be helpful and what level of support makes sense.