Connect Therapy, PLLC

04/27/2026

“Help me maintain my ability to say what I want.”

When I asked about their goals for speech therapy, this was the answer—and it says everything. Communication isn’t just about words; it’s about independence, identity, and connection.

Moments like this are a reminder that our work goes far beyond exercises and strategies. It’s about supporting people in holding onto what matters most: their voice.

04/06/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month 💙

At Connect Therapy, we believe acceptance goes beyond awareness—it means respecting autistic voices, ensuring meaningful access, and providing the supports that make full participation in community life possible.

Communication looks different for everyone, and those differences deserve to be honored and celebrated—not changed or diminished.

When we listen, adapt, and advocate, we help build a world where autistic individuals are not just included, but truly valued.

Let’s continue creating spaces where every voice is heard and every person belongs.

03/24/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month 💚

At Connect Therapy, we have the privilege of working with both children and adults navigating life after brain injury. Every journey looks different—but each one is filled with resilience, growth, and small victories worth celebrating.

From rebuilding speech and language skills, to supporting stuttering, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing, our goal is to help individuals reconnect with what matters most: communication, confidence, and quality of life.

Brain injury recovery is not linear, and no one should have to go through it alone. This month (and every month), let’s raise awareness, share resources, and support those impacted—patients, families, and caregivers alike.

💚 You are not alone
💚 Progress is possible
💚 Your voice matters

02/27/2026

Parents, are you wanting simple language development activities to do at home?

Check out our latest blog post about building language development skills with an activity you already have at home!

Learn ways to help develop your child's language skills with Play-Doh.

02/26/2026

Adults need speech therapy too!
As a speech-language pathologist and private practice owner, I work with adults on so much more than people realize. Speech therapy for adults can support:

🗣️ Speech clarity & articulation
🧠 Cognitive-communication (memory, attention, problem-solving)
🥤 Swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)
💬 Voice disorders & vocal fatigue
😶‍🌫️ Word-finding & language challenges
🧑‍💼 Professional communication & confidence

Whether it’s after a stroke, due to a medical diagnosis, or simply wanting to communicate more effectively at work and in life — therapy is personalized to your goals.

Communication is for every stage of life.

02/17/2026

At Connect Therapy, we start with functional words. 💛

These are words toddlers can use right away to communicate their needs, make choices, and feel understood—like more, go, eat, help, yes, and no. When a child learns words that work for them in daily life, communication becomes meaningful, motivating, and empowering.

Functional words reduce frustration, support independence, and lay the foundation for longer phrases and conversations later on. Before we worry about labels or perfect pronunciation, we focus on words that give toddlers a voice.

02/13/2026

Join us this Saturday at Summer Camp Fair! This is your chance to learn about activities and special events happening this summer. Stop by the Connect Therapy table for fun freebies and to learn about speech therapy services.

Paw's & Pints
Saturday, February 14
9:00am - 1:00pm

02/05/2026

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) includes tools and strategies—like picture boards, speech-generating devices, gestures, and signs—that support communication. AAC can help children and adults who have difficulty using spoken language express their wants, needs, thoughts, and ideas.

AAC is not a last resort, and it doesn’t replace speech—it supports communication and empowers individuals at any stage of their journey. Communication is a human right.

01/27/2026

What Is Aphasia?

Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage to the brain, most often from a stroke, brain injury, or neurological condition.

Aphasia can impact a person’s ability to:

Speak

Understand spoken language

Read

Write

💡 Intelligence is NOT affected. Aphasia changes how language is processed—not how someone thinks.

What Aphasia Can Look Like

Trouble finding words

Saying the wrong word or sound

Difficulty following conversations

Challenges reading or writing

Knowing what you want to say but not being able to say it

Aphasia Looks Different for Everyone

There are different types and severities of aphasia. Some people speak a lot but have trouble making sense. Others speak very little but understand well.

How Speech Therapy Helps

Speech-language pathologists help individuals with aphasia:

Rebuild language skills

Learn new ways to communicate (AAC, gestures, writing)

Practice real-life communication

Support confidence and participation

How to Support Someone With Aphasia

Be patient and give time

Use simple language

Offer choices

Encourage all forms of communication

Listen—don’t rush or correct

Coach caregivers on ways to best communicate

01/23/2026

Supporting your child’s speech doesn’t have to be complicated—it happens in everyday moments. Talking through routines, reading together, playing, and celebrating effort can make a powerful difference over time.

Progress isn’t always loud or fast, but small, consistent interactions build confidence and communication skills that last. You’re doing more than you think.

Save this for later, and share it with a parent who could use a little encouragement today.

01/15/2026

Did you know speech language pathologists can help chronic cough?

A recent client had experienced a chronic cough for 25 years. Her cough negatively impacted her life, making it so she no longer went to the grocery store and avoided social situations. She had tried every medical intervention, seen every specialist and finally gave speech therapy at Connect Therapy a try.

After a few sessions, she had learned cough suppression techniques that worked for her. She was even able to attend her grandson's Christmas program for two and half hours, without coughing!

If you or someone you know is experiencing chronic cough, we'd love to help!

01/07/2026

Speech therapy can help with more than just speech! Let us help you reach your 2026 goals ✨