Question 1

In our New Paltz Office

Accepted Answer

Communicate to Connects office, located at the charming Water Street Market in New Paltz, offers a welcoming and vibrant space for individuals and families. Our office is thoughtfully equipped with a variety of toys to keep children engaged and focused during their sessions. Caregivers and adult clients can enjoy the surrounding area, which boasts unique shops, cozy cafes, and access to the scenic Rail Trail.Whether strolling through the market, grabbing a coffee, or enjoying the peaceful trail, everyone can make the most of their visit. At Communicate to Connect, we provide a nurturing environment for all while offering convenience for caregivers and spouses.

Question 2

In your home

Accepted Answer

At Communicate to Connect, our speech-language pathologists offer the flexibility of conducting sessions in a client’s home, providing a familiar and comfortable environment for learning and growth. Home-based sessions allow therapists to tailor strategies to the client’s everyday surroundings, enhancing the relevance and effectiveness of interventions. Clients feel more at ease in their own space, promoting engagement and reducing anxiety.Additionally, parents/caregivers and spouses can observe and participate, gaining valuable insights and techniques to support communication goals throughout daily routines. This personalized, immersive approach fosters consistency, collaboration, and lasting progress, making home-based therapy a powerful option for achieving speech and language milestones.

Question 3

In your community

Accepted Answer

Conducting speech therapy in public spaces such as libraries, playgrounds, or community centers provides a dynamic and functional environment for enhancing communication skills.These settings naturally encourage interaction, helping clients practice real-world social scenarios and generalize skills in a variety of contexts. Public spaces offer opportunities to work on pragmatic language, social etiquette, and conversation in a meaningful way. They also create a less clinical, more engaging atmosphere, reducing anxiety for some clients.Additionally, these locations promote family and community involvement, fostering collaboration and support networks that reinforce therapy goals beyond the session.

Question 4

In your child's school or daycare

Accepted Answer

Communicate to Connect’s speech-language pathologists provide the convenience of conducting therapy sessions in a student’s school or daycare. This setting allows therapy to integrate seamlessly into the student’s daily routine, minimizing transitions and maximizing their comfort in a familiar environment. School-based sessions foster collaboration with teachers and caregivers, ensuring a consistent approach to addressing communication goals.Students benefit from practicing skills in real-world social and academic contexts, enhancing generalization to peer interactions and classroom activities. Additionally, therapists can tailor strategies to the specific demands of the school environment, promoting success in both communication and learning outcomes for the student.

Question 5

Virtual Therapy

Accepted Answer

Virtual or remote speech therapy has expanded access to care for those in remote areas, untenable circumstances, or those who encounter barriers to attending in-person therapy.Families or spouses can also be included in the sessions, creating an opportunity for therapists to collaborate with them and offer in the moment guidance and examples. This gives clients a comprehensive system of support in the comfort of their own home.

Our Services

Confidence building for the child (and parent) is a critical element in the therapeutic process.

Session Types:

Speech-Language Screening

Comprehensive Speech-Language Evaluation

Individual Therapy

Family Consultation

Communication challenges we treat:

Pediatric speech and language

Pediatric Feeding disorders

Pediatric swallowing disorders

Adult speech and language

Voice therapy

Adult swallowing disorder

Therapeutic Settings:

In our New Paltz Office

In your home

In your community

In your child's school or daycare

Virtual Therapy