Pediatric Speech Therapy
Our Pediatric Speech Therapy program helps children learn to speak clearly, understand language, and express themselves. From early intervention for toddlers to school-age communication goals, licensed speech-language pathologists provide play-based, evidence-informed therapy that meets each child where they are. When services are authorized by a school district/DOE or through New York State Early Intervention (birth–3), they are provided at no cost to eligible families. Many insurance plans also cover speech therapy.
Helping Children Communicate with Confidence
Strong communication skills support learning, friendships, and independence. At Knowledge Road, licensed speech-language pathologists (SLPs) deliver individualized therapy to address speech sound production, language comprehension and expression, oral-motor skills, and feeding needs.
We specialize in early intervention for ages 0–3 and also serve preschool and school-age students. Sessions are engaging, goal-directed, and tailored to each child's developmental stage and interests.
With this service, we provide:
- One-on-one sessions with a licensed speech-language pathologist
- Comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing evaluations
- Individualized therapy plans targeting:
- Articulation: clearer speech sounds through structured, play-based practice
- Language Development: vocabulary, sentence structure, and understanding
- Oral-Motor Skills: strengthening lips, tongue, and jaw for speech and feeding
- Feeding Support: strategies for safe swallowing, self-feeding, and mealtime confidence
- Family-centered home-practice guides to support carryover between visits
- Coordination with educators, pediatricians, and other providers
This service is designed to:
- Improve speech clarity and sound production
- Expand vocabulary and language comprehension
- Build oral-motor skills for speaking and safe feeding
- Increase confidence in social interactions and classroom participation
- Support long-term academic and social success through strong communication
Why This Service Matters
Speech therapy gives children practical tools to share their thoughts, needs, and ideas. Early, targeted support can meaningfully improve communication skills, building confidence and helping children participate fully at home, in school, and in the community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is pediatric speech therapy?
Pediatric speech therapy helps children build communication skills, including speech sounds, understanding and using language, vocabulary, and feeding abilities. Therapists use play-based activities to make practice effective and engaging.
What ages do you serve for speech therapy?
We focus on early intervention for ages 0–3 and also work with preschool and school-age students. Licensed SLPs create individualized plans based on each child's evaluation.
How do you work with families?
We provide hands-on coaching and simple strategies families can use at home and in everyday settings. Regular check-ins help ensure skills carry over between sessions.
Service Overview
Children from birth through adolescence; specialized early intervention services for ages 0–3.
In-school, in-home, community-based, or in our therapy studio (where available).
Typically 45–60 minutes per session; frequency determined by evaluation and plan.
At no cost to eligible families when authorized by the DOE/school district or through NYS Department of Health Early Intervention; many insurance plans cover speech therapy.
What Families Receive
- Individualized service plan with clear, measurable goals
- Regular progress reports and milestone tracking
- Home-practice activities and caregiver coaching
- Access to a licensed speech-language pathologist
- Coordination with other therapy services as needed
Who This Is For
Children who need help with speech sounds, understanding or using language, vocabulary development, oral-motor skills, or feeding. Appropriate for early intervention and for students who benefit from individualized support in school or at home.
Request ServicesReady to Empower Your Child's Voice?
Contact us to learn more about Pediatric Speech Therapy and how our play-centered approach can help your child communicate with confidence and connect with the world around them.