McNealey Speech Therapy, LLC

02/06/2026

Madison location opening next week ☺️

02/01/2026

Can we be real for a minute ? 🤔 Often times we get told to “wait and see” by providers or let our own thoughts/other family members/friends get to us before reaching out to a professional.

As we serve many families, we value making sure each family is HEARD and feels SEEN. We value CONNECTION. We are a listening ear and your concerns are VALID.

If viewing this post and this is you… any of these questions/statements strike a chord? New autism diagnosis? Reach out to book a consultation with us.

We are strong ASD advocates🧩

Aside from therapy sessions, we offer:

⚫️Parent coaching
⚫️IEP Advocacy
⚫️Respite Nights

Contact us at:
📞(256)384-8848
📧admin@mcnealeyspeechtherapyllc.com

01/12/2026

We are so excited to announce our new move to Madison, AL! As we prepare our new location, please know that the same excellent quality of service will continue to be provided ✨ Current clients, please look out for emails going out today with additional details and those interested in services, contact us to join our waitlist or schedule a free consultation! We thank you for your continued support and we look forward to welcoming you to the new location.

Madison, AL here we come 🚘

Stay tuned for additional updates!

01/01/2026

As the new year begins, we express gratitude for your ongoing support and look forward to continue serving families in our community.

Happy New Year to all ! 🎉

We will reopen Monday, January 5,2026.

12/12/2025

The most wonderful time of the year is among us ❗️🎄
McNealey Speech Therapy,LLC will be closed from December 22-January 2 and will reopen January 5.

May this time be filled with peace, laughter, and meaningful moments with those you love.❤️

12/09/2025

A great day volunteering at Animals R Us and Step by Step horse riding camp w/ Mrs.Deb ✨ the kids were awesome and a wealth of information was gained about horses during the experience.

Go visit and support ! We loveeeee the therapy horses 🐴

12/09/2025

11/23/2025

✨ Child-Led Learning: Where Curiosity Becomes the Curriculum ✨

When we step back and let children take the lead, something magical happens — play becomes deeper, thinking becomes richer, and confidence begins to bloom. 🌱

Child-led learning invites children to follow their interests, make choices, and explore at their own pace. With a thoughtfully prepared environment and responsive adults, children learn to problem-solve, ask questions, and express their ideas through play.

Here’s what helps make child-led learning come alive:
🧸 Create an inviting space where open-ended materials, art supplies, toys, and sensory resources are easily accessible — empowering children to choose what inspires them.
👂 Observe & listen closely. Children’s conversations, storytelling, and pretend play give us valuable insight into their thinking and emotions.
🛑 Resist the urge to direct. Let children take the lead and only step in when invited or when safety is needed. Their autonomy matters.
❓ Ask open-ended questions that extend learning: “What are you working on?”, “What do you think might happen next?”
🎉 Celebrate their choices. Positive encouragement strengthens independence, pride, and confidence.

Child-led learning isn’t hands-off — it’s intentional, responsive, and deeply rooted in play-based, inquiry-driven early childhood practice. 💛 Let’s keep creating spaces where children feel capable, curious, and ready to explore the world on their own terms.

11/07/2025

🔈🔈Food Pantries in the area 🔈🔈
During this challenging time, we aim to promote awareness of local food assistance resources available to support families impacted by the government shutdown and holiday season.

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11/07/2025

Hey families ! We will be closed for Thanksgiving break on November 25-28,2025. Services will resume December 1,2025 as normal.

During this break, here are some fall/Thanksgiving themed activities you can do at home with your little one 🧡

•create sensory bins (dollar tree has great mini items to place in bins)
•nature walks collecting leaves (discuss color, sort by color, “crunch” the leaves up for sensory, rub leaves together and describe sound/texture)
•decorate pumpkins with paint or markers
•bake fall treats (target steps like mixing, use different shaped cookie cutters, discuss smell/texture, try new flavors like cinnamon or nutmeg)

McNealey Speech Therapy,LLC appreciates all your support and we look forward to continuing enhancing communication skills until break and after 🧡