ASSOCIATES
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Speech and feeding challenges vary from person to person. They could be a delay in speech development, difficulty with feeding, or complex language disorders. Evidence-based and person-centered approaches/ strategies/ interventions. We recognize that progress takes time, but with the right plan, patience, and expertise, every individual can achieve significant improvement. Our professionals are here to guide you through the process with personalized care and a proven strategy for success.
Services we offer
Offering qualitative and comprehensive assessments and delivering family-centered and functional speech, language and feeding therapy services
Stuttering
Manage stuttering and achieve more confident and fluent speech by implementing effective techniques and strategies.
Language Delay
Improve receptive, expressive and social language skills with evidence based techniques and strategies to stimulate language development for those with language deficits.
Speech Disorder/ Childhood Apraxia Of Speech
Enhance speech intelligibility/ clarity in individuals with orofacial weakness and oral motor planning/ programming deficits.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Utilizing different devices, technology, tools, systems and strategies designed to enhance communication skills for those with limited verbal language.
Dysphagia
Address swallowing difficulties with evidence based targeted therapy techniques and strategies to ensure safe and effective swallow and feeding for improved nutrition and quality of life.
Neurogenicc Speech and language disorders
Recover speech and cognitive language skills that are affected by neurological conditions through specialized and structured therapy activities.
Speech and Feeding Associates is led by Tejaswini Karlapalem, a highly experienced Speech-Language Pathologist with over 8 years of practice in both pediatric and adult communication and feeding areas/ settings. Tejaswini is ASHA-certified, NJ state-licensed, and trained in specialized techniques like SOS and PROMPT. Our team is focused on providing evidence-based, individualized therapy for children and adults facing speech, language, and feeding challenges.
We take a personalized approach to ensure that each client receives the right care for their specific needs, using proven strategies to make real progress.
We bring speech and language therapy directly to your doorstep! Our in-person services are available for clients within our coverage area, ensuring you receive the personalized care you need without the hassle of traveling. For those outside our local area or seeking more flexibility, we also offer teletherapy, providing a convenient solution for families who prefer to avoid commuting or are practicing social distancing. Wherever you are in the state, we’re here to help you on your therapy journey with the same high-quality care, whether in person or online.
“My child had severe stuttering with nasal flaring from kindergarten especially with strangers. Thanks to Speech and Feeding Associates for supporting my son to be stuttering free. All the family members and friends are seeing a major change in his speech. I am very happy to have chosen Speech and Feeding Associates for my son’s speech treatment.”
“My mother had swallowing difficulty and speech clarity issues after stroke. Initially we had to give my mom ground diet but with swallow therapy from Speech and Feeding associates my mom is eating regular diet again! We had difficulty understanding her speech and Speech and Feeding Associates helped my mom to talk with clarity using speech techniques. I highly recommend speech and feeding associates for speech and swallow therapy.”
