A Clear Path Forward—From Concern to Confidence
Whether you’re noticing speech delays, language struggles, feeding challenges, or stuttering, it’s normal to have questions and feel unsure about what comes next.
At Nicole-K Speech Therapy, I guide you step-by-step through a process that is supportive, professional, and personalized. My goal is to make it easy for families and students to get the help they need.
Our Therapy Process
Initial Inquiry
Once you reach out, I’ll respond within 24–48 business hours to learn more about your concerns and determine whether in-home therapy or teletherapy is the best fit.
You can expect:
- A quick overview call or message exchange
- A chance to explain your concerns
- Scheduling guidance and next steps
Free Consultation (Optional, but Recommended)
A consultation is a short meeting to discuss symptoms, history, goals, and recommendations. This is helpful if you’re unsure whether therapy is needed.
During the consultation we may discuss:
- Speech and language milestones
- Feeding or oral motor concerns
- Stuttering patterns and triggers
- Academic or social challenges
- Your child’s strengths and communication needs
Outcome:
A clear recommendation on whether an evaluation is needed.
Evaluation / Assessment
If therapy is recommended, the next step is a formal and/or informal evaluation. This helps identify the underlying issue and creates a roadmap for treatment. If child has an IEP a formal evalution is optional.
The evaluation may include:
- Parent interview and developmental history
- Standardized speech/language testing (when appropriate)
- Oral motor assessment
- Feeding observation (if needed)
- Fluency assessment
- Functional communication review
After the evaluation, you’ll receive:
- A summary of findings
- Clear therapy recommendations
- A personalized treatment plan
Personalized Therapy Plan
Therapy plans are built around the client’s goals, learning style, and daily life.
Therapy plans may focus on:
- Speech sound production
- Language development and comprehension
- Feeding routines and tolerance
- Oral motor strength and coordination
- Stuttering strategies and confidence-building
- Social communication skills
Ongoing Therapy Sessions
Sessions are structured, engaging, and designed to help clients make measurable progress.
Sessions may include:
- Skill-building activities and games
- Speech drills and targeted practice
- Visual supports and interactive tools
- Parent coaching and carryover strategies
- Progress monitoring and goal adjustments
Frequency of therapy is based on evaluation results and clinical need.
Step 6: Progress Updates + Parent Support
We believe progress happens faster when families understand the “why” behind therapy.
You can expect:
- Regular updates on goals
- Home practice recommendations
- Guidance on how to support progress between sessions
- Adjustments as the client grows and improves
Fees & Payment
Nicole-K Speech Therapy offers private-pay services. Fees vary depending on service type, session length, and location (in-home vs. virtual).
Typical services include:
- Consultations
- Speech & language evaluations
- Individual therapy sessions
- Feeding and oral motor support sessions
- Progress reports and documentation
Fee Disclaimer:
All fees will be clearly communicated prior to scheduling services. Payment is due at the time of service unless other arrangements have been approved in writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have concerns about speech clarity, delayed talking, feeding struggles, or communication frustration, an evaluation can provide clear answers and recommendations.
Yes. Nicole-K Speech Therapy works with teens and college-aged clients who want support with speech clarity, fluency, and communication confidence.
Therapy duration depends on goals, consistency, and the client’s individual needs. Some clients require short-term therapy, while others benefit from longer-term support.
Yes. Families play a major role in therapy success. You will receive home practice tools and strategies to support progress outside sessions.
Yes. Teletherapy is available and can be highly effective, especially for older children and young adults.
No, at this time insurance is not accepted.