Williamsburg Speaks

179 North 7th Street Brooklyn, NY 11211

Services

Mini Evaluations

Mini-evaluations are approximately one-hour in duration. Initially, the clinician will speak with the parent over the phone to discuss and identify their main concerns. If the concern is limited to one area (i.e. expressive language, articulation), the clinician will recommend providing a mini-evaluation. The clinician will provide a parent interview in order to obtain a deeper understanding of the child’s developmental milestones and family history. The clinician will then assess the child in their home environment and produce a 1.5 to 3 page report. The report will consist of the child’s background history, clinical impression, recommendation, and goals.

Full Evaluations

Full evaluations are approximately 1 to 2.5 hours in duration. Initially, the clinician will speak with the parent over the phone to discuss their concerns. If the child exhibits difficulty in more than one area such as expressive language(i.e. grammar, syntax, vocabulary), receptive language, articulation, fluency (i.e. stuttering), or social and play skills, a full evaluation will be recommended. In the children’s home, the clinician will conduct a parent interview, administer standardized testing and assess the child’s skills. After the testing, the clinician will produce a three to six page evaluation report consisting of the child’s background information, clinical impressions, recommendations, and goals. We are able to provide an ICD-10 code, if the child presents with a significant delay or a disorder.

Speech-Articulation Therapy

A speech disorder refers to a problem with the actual production of sounds. A child incorrectly articulates the distinct sounds within certain words by distorting, adding, or leaving off some of the sounds. One example of an articulation disorder is informally called a lisp, in which a person incorrectly produces an "s" sound as if it were a "th" sound.Children may demonstrate difficulties producing sounds in syllables or saying words clearly to the point that listeners experience challenges understanding what's being said. Speech-Articulation therapy can be used as a treatment to address articulation problems.

Language Therapy

Language therapy can support the development of receptive or expressive language skills. Receptive language disorders refers to an individual who demonstrates a breakdown in comprehension. The child may have difficulty answering questions, following directions, and understanding language that increases in length and complexity.  Expressive language disorder is when a child has difficulty putting words together, a limited vocabulary, or does not use language in a socially appropriate way.

Social Skills Groups

Our social skills groups are a fun and engaging space where children will learn valuable communication and interpersonal skills while making friends and having fun! Through interactive games and activities, these classes will provide a supportive and engaging environment for children to develop speech and language development, making new friends, boosting self-esteem, and effective communication skills.

Mondays: 4:30-5:15 PM

Tuesdays: 3:30-4:15 PM | 4:30-5:15 PM

Wednesdays: 3:30-4:15 PM | 4:15-5:30 PM

Saturdays: 9:30-10:15 AM | 10:30-11:15 AM | 11:30-12:15 PM

Food Exploration Class

We understand that trying new foods can be intimidating for some children! Our food exploration class will encourage a positive relationship with food, build sensory awareness and cultivate openness to a variety of tastes and textures. There’s no pressure for kids to eat everything on their plate; instead, the focus is on building familiarity and comfort with a variety of foods.

Tuesdays: 3:30-4:15 PM | 4:15-5:30 PM

Executive Functioning Class

This class is designed to help children build essential visualizing, planning, problem-solving, and emerging time management skills for academic and daily routines. Skills will be taught and practiced in a supportive environment through crafts, play, and structured activities designed to help children learn to visualize and organize tasks.

Wednesdays: 3:30-4:15 PM | 4:15-5:30 PM

Fridays: 3:30-4:15 PM