Somaslp

03/27/2026

SOMASLP will be closed for spring break from Saturday, 3/28/26 through Sunday, 4/5/2026. I will reopen on Monday, 4/6/2026.

03/17/2026

Does your child have difficulty taking turns or being a fair player in games?

Do they have difficulty making and keeping friends or reading social cues?

Does your older child, teen, or young adult have difficulty joining a group conversation or self-advocating with peers or teachers?

I'm a Maplewood-based speech-language therapist, and I'm currently enrolling for a 6-week spring session of neurodivergent-affirming social skills groups, set to begin the week of 4/13/2026

Groups consist of 3-6 students matched by age/ grade level and are appropriate for students ages 3-25.

The high school/ young adult group is appropriate for individuals up to the age of 25, and I am an approved DDD vendor.

Groups meet in person at my Maplewood home office. There is currently space in most groups.

The groups will be meeting:
- Preschool/ kindergarten Group - Mondays 4:15-5:00 pm (full with wait-list)
- Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Group - Mondays 5:15-6:00 pm
- 3rd - 5th Grade Group - Wednesdays 4:45-5:30 pm
- Upper Elementary/ Middle School Group - Thursdays 5:15-6:00 pm
- High School/ Young Adult Group - Wednesdays 5:45-6:30 pm

Fill out a social skills group interest form to learn more: https://forms.gle/8BD9LBZG7Q9tATg18

**Photo description: students in the K - 2 social skills group told a collaborative story, using story cards, targeting active listening, expressive language, and pre-literacy skills.**

03/13/2026

Come see me and other resource providers and camps, at the West Orange SEPAC's inclusive camp and resource fair, tomorrow, Saturday, 3/14/26 from 11-2 in the West Orange High School cafeteria.

02/28/2026

Come see me and over 30 other providers for individuals with disabilities TODAY from 3-5 in the CHS cafeteria!!

02/24/2026

Come see me this Saturday, 2/28/26, along with over 30 other inclusive providers in the area!

Our community has so much to offer for individuals with disabilities, and we're thrilled to have over 30 local providers* joining us on Saturday at our 3rd Annual SEPAC SOMA Resource Fair. All ages ... everyone is welcome! Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about inclusive activities, classes, and services in the South Orange-Maplewood area.

* Facebook says our list is too long and amazing to tag every single provider, so scroll on down to the comments to find links to everyone's FB pages (when available)

Together We Bloom - Sensory-Friendly Quiet Zone
South Mountain YMCA, NJ - Art Activity
beloved bath - Gift Basket for our free drawing
Lindsey Stone Homes - Refreshments
South Orange & Maplewood School District
JESPY House
Encompass Parent Solutions
Defining Development
Mindful Parenting with Sarah
Empowered ED Mindful Solutions
Sheltered Journey
Care Lab Collective
Little Apple Arts
All In for Inclusive Education
Sassquad Trail Running
Reesa Salomon, SLP
ACEing Autism - South Orange
Autism New Jersey
Sensory Safe Cuts
Balanced Kids
Your Choice Home Care
Saffron Therapeutic Services
Effective School Solutions
CKO Kickboxing Maplewood
Elks Camp Moore
SOMA Justice Swim Lessons
Stephanie Cannon Educational Consulting
Family Connections - NJ4S
The Arc of Essex County
Maplewood/South Orange Health Departments
Maplewood Twp All Access Committee

Questions? resourcefairsepacsoma@gmail.com

02/11/2026

SOMASLP families, here's a great program for your budding performers.

We are pleased to announce our new adaptive theatre program! All of the elements of theatre with supportive staff and an environment that is inclusive for all. A full production featuring blocking, choreography, costumes, lighting, sound etc, but in a safe space where all abilities are celebrated.

Starts on February 21.

Email ggreen@metroymcas.org if you have questions!
https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product/Details?ActivityID=13071&RegistrationID=0

We are also looking for VOLUNTEERS to help pioneer this new program and support our Magic Makers! High school buddies as well as potential adult volunteers with a passion or background in working with children/teens with disabilities.
https://forms.gle/5cgBm95i9JjKSfPD8

02/09/2026

Join us tomorrow evening for a great workshop on talking to elementary school aged children about race.

On February 10th, experienced educators will guide caregivers and teachers of elementary school children through conversations about race, identity and community, preparing them to continue the conversation at home. Professional development hours will be provided. Event limited to 30 spaces. Extra registrants will be placed on a waitlist. Use this link to register: https://forms.gle/XKcboqZLRAdwJbEZA

02/04/2026

Looking forward to facilitating One World Playgroup this Saturday!

This weekend, come together for the One World Playgroup, hosted by the Coalition on Race’s Schools Committee in partnership with SOMA Justice - Addressing Race and Inequality. The gathering takes place on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon, bringing families with young children together to connect while kids play, socialize and learn.

Preschool-aged children (2–5 years old, plus siblings) will enjoy a guided social group led by sought-after local speech therapist Reesa Salomon and early childhood specialist Hannah Korn-Heilner. Parents and caregivers can join the SOMA Justice Pre-K Book Club 📚, featuring special guest Keisha Miller, librarian from the South Orange Public Library, for meaningful conversation and a presentation of books celebrating .

Registration is required; location is shared only with registered participants.

Reserve your spot today and be part of this special community gathering: https://www.communitycoalitiononrace.org/one_world_playgroup_2026_1

01/08/2026

Great info from on some developmental milestones to keep an eye out for.

01/08/2026

Tonight in the high school/ young adult social skills group we created a word cloud about dating and relationships. We talked about self advocacy, boundaries, red flags and green flags in a relationship, and online safety and self-advocacy.

12/31/2025

SOMASLP 2025: A Year of Impact

This year we showed up in a big way for our community, supporting communication, connection, and growth one session at a time.

Here’s what 2025 looked like at SOMASLP:
🔹 1071 individual 30-minute therapy sessions
🔹 104 hours of social skills groups across 140 45-minute groups
🔹 21 comprehensive speech-language evaluations
🔹 23 free consultations for families and adults exploring support options.

Thank you to every client, family, and community partner who trusted us with your voice this year. We are endlessly inspired by you.
Here’s to more progress, advocacy, and empowered communication in 2026 🗣️✨

12/30/2025

SLP OFF-DUTY 🌲
Redwoods for regulation ✅
Fresh air for processing ✅
Recharge complete (almost) 💚
Back soon, SOMA!