For Parents
Support for children with speech and language needs across the Main Line and greater Philadelphia area
delivered with clarity, flexibility, and an understanding of real family routines.
When Families Reach Out
Families contact Speech Matters for many reasons. Sometimes concerns are clear. Other times, families are seeking guidance, reassurance, or a better understanding of what their child needs.
Concerns about speech sounds or language development
Difficulty expressing thoughts, understanding directions, or following conversations
A need for evaluation or additional support beyond school-based services
Social communication challenges
Questions about progress, services or next steps
Families don’t need to have all the answers - that’s part of what we help clarify.
How We Support Children and Families
Speech and Language Therapy
Individualized therapy focused on meaningful, real-world communication.
Therapy services are designed around each child’s strengths, needs, and daily environments. We work with children across early childhood and the school years, tailoring support to developmental stage, communication needs, and daily environments.
Our approach is collaborative and goal-driven, with an emphasis on practical progress that supports communication at home, in school, and in everyday life. Therapy plans are adjusted as children grow and needs change, ensuring support remains relevant and effective over time.
Evaluations
Comprehensive evaluations designed to clarify needs and guide next steps.
Evaluations may be requested by families directly or in collaboration with educational teams. Licensed speech-language pathologists conduct evaluations using a combination of standardized assessments, clinical observation, and contextual input from families and educators. Evaluations can support:
Initial identification of speech or language needs
Review of progress or changing concerns
Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs)
School-based planning and collaboration
Each evaluation results in a clear, written report with practical recommendations tailored to the chid, family, and educational context.
Additional Support Options
Some children benefit from targeted services that complement ongoing therapy or address specific skill areas in a focused way.
These offerings include:
Parent collaboration, coaching, and consultation
Social communication and pragmatic language groups
Articulation-focused intensives and short-term programs
AAC proficiency groups and device-based communication support
These options are thoughtfully structured to support progress, build confidence, and support meaningful progress in real-world settings.
What to Expect
A thoughtful intake process focused on understanding your concerns and goals
Clear communication about recommendations and next steps
Collaboration with families and, when appropriate, schools
Services designed to fit real schedules and family routines
Let’s Talk About What’s Needed
If you have questions about services, evaluations, or next steps for your child, we’re happy to talk through options and help determine the right path forward.