Speech-Language Pathology in Dallas-Fort Worth & Houston

Speech Therapy Services

Speech-language therapy is a vital intervention for children who experience delays or difficulties in communication. Children with speech disorders, such as speech delays and articulation disorders, language disorders, stuttering, voice disorders, auditory processing disorders, eating or swallowing, and social communication difficulties can benefit from speech-language therapy.
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In speech therapy, your child might get to play games that make their muscles strong, like blowing bubbles or pretending to be a lion roaring! Our therapists utilize a number of puzzles and toys to help kids learn new words and sounds. We believe speech therapy should always be fun, as your child's communication skills are key to lifelong success.

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A speech therapy room with oral-motor flash cards and toys used in speech therapy.

Insurance accepted

We accept many major insurance providers.

Private pay is also available

Your goals are our goals

What can kids improve through speech-language therapy?

Producing speech and pronouncing sounds

Doodle of a finger pointing to a page in a book

Understanding spoken language & vocabulary

Processing auditory and sensory information

Doodle of a plate with a fork and spoon.

Eating, swallowing, food sensitivities

Early identification & intervenion

Signs your child may benefit from Speech-Language Therapy

If you have concerns about your child's speech and language skills, you're not alone. Early identification and intervention are crucial in helping children overcome communication challenges. Below are some "red flags" that might indicate your child could benefit from speech therapy. By being aware of these signs, you can take proactive steps to support your child's speech and language development, ensuring they have the tools they need to communicate effectively and confidently.

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Age: 0 - 12 months

Does not babble
Makes only a few sounds or gestures, like reaching
Does not respond to sound or has poor eye contact

Age: 10 months - 2 years

Does not understand what others say
Says only a few words
Does not point to objects or pictures when they are named
Does not follow simple directions

Age: 19 months - 3 years

Does not put words together to make sentences
Does not ask for things using words
Does not engage in pretend play

Age: 3 - 4 years

Speaks using words that are not easily understood by others
Says p, b, m, h, and w incorrectly in words
Produces unclear speech
Repeats first sounds of words—“b-b-b-ball” for “ball”
Stretches sounds out—“ffffff-farm” for “farm”
Shows frustration when trying to get words out

Age: 4 - 5 years

Has trouble with early reading skills, like pretending to read or finding the front of a book
Cannot give their first and last name
Struggles to make friends or communicate needs in a school setting
Cannot follow 3-step directions (ie. put your toy on the table, get your coat, and come here)

Our Centers

At Pine Cone Therapies, our centers are equipped with everything your child needs to improve their skills while having fun. Our facilities are local to Fort Worth, TX, Dallas, TX, and Houston, TX.

Whether you're looking for an ABA therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, or a provider with extensive knowledge in working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or special needs, our team at Pine Cone Therapies is here to provide the most reliable and friendly support and treatment.

Speech Therapy Can Help With...

Oral-motor skills in speaking and swallowing
Fluency (speaking smoothly and continuously)
Articulation (how words are pronounced)
Academic performance
Voice and quality of speech
Receptive and expressive language
Pragmatic language (social language skills)
Auditory processing
Hearing and listening

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are my child's speech therapy needs assessed?

The first step to effective speech-language pathology intervention is an individual, in-depth assessment of speech and cognitive-linguistic skills.

A speech and language assessment is conducted by the certified speech-language pathologist. Assessment procedures are chosen based on an individual’s age and the nature of their disorder.

Assessment includes a comprehensive parent or client interview to review birth, developmental, and medical history and is followed by clinical observations, using standardized and non-standardized evaluation tools. Assessments are usually completed in a 1 to 4 hour span of time.

Upon completion of testing, a diagnosis is formulated and a comprehensive report is written. The results of the assessment are discussed with the patient and/or parent and their referring physician. The patient and the therapist collaborate to develop an Individualized Plan of Care.

What are the goals of speech-language therapy?

The goal of pediatric and school-age speech therapy is to provide children with oral, written, and functional skills to express wants, needs, and thoughts, and to gain academic accomplishment. With very young children, therapy may consist of parent training and language stimulation activities to enable and support child development.

Our speech therapy services address behaviors and other issues that may interfere with the learning process; thus this therapy helps maximize therapy benefits for each child. Through extensive experience and training, our speech and language pathology team also understands how to provide treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders and their unique difficulties.

Does insurance cover speech therapy?

In many cases, yes! We are in network with most major insurance providers. Our team will perform a complimentary insurance benefits check for you prior to starting services. This will help determine coverage details, and any co-pays or deductibles that may apply.

What qualifications and training do speech-language pathologists have?

Speech-language pathologists are professionals who hold a master's degree in speech-language pathology and are licensed to practice. They undergo extensive training in evaluating and treating various communication disorders. They have knowledge of anatomy, linguistics, and therapeutic techniques specific to speech and language development.

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Why we do what we do.

Success looks different for every child...But we bet we have a story that matches your child's needs. Like James, who started with us as non-verbal and lacking the ability to initiate and maintain social interactions. Today, he can speak complete sentences, clearly state his needs, and navigate social interactions with his friends!

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Our BCBAs weigh the priorities of the family, the availability of the child given other therapeutic services they may be receiving, and the level of support needed to facilitate the best outcomes.
All of our treatment plans have terminal goals that are reported every 6 months and discussed every 3 months directly with the family, to ensure we are always moving towards fading the level of support needed and increasing daily independence.

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Speech-Language Pathology in Dallas-Fort Worth & Houston

Speech Therapy Services

Insurance accepted

What can kids improve through speech-language therapy?

Producing speech and pronouncing sounds

Understanding spoken language & vocabulary

Processing auditory and sensory information

Eating, swallowing, food sensitivities

Signs your child may benefit from Speech-Language Therapy

Our Centers

Speech Therapy Can Help With...

Frequently Asked Questions

How are my child's speech therapy needs assessed?

What are the goals of speech-language therapy?

Does insurance cover speech therapy?

What qualifications and training do speech-language pathologists have?

Our Locations

Keller

Southlake

Missouri City

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