Welcome to Encouraging Words Speech Therapy Services!

At Encouraging Words Speech Therapy Services LLC, we believe communication is more than just words—it's connection, confidence, and empowerment. Founded with the goal of providing high-quality, individualized care in a warm and welcoming setting, our boutique-style practice is dedicated to helping clients find their voice and thrive.

We specialize in pediatric speech sound disorders (articulation and phonology), childhood apraxia of speech, and adult voice therapy, while also providing support for stuttering and adult rehabilitation needs such as aphasia, cognitive-communication, and swallowing.

Whether your child is having difficulty producing speech sounds clearly, or you're seeking support for a voice or communication concern, we meet you where you are—offering personalized therapy plans, compassionate guidance, and evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs.

Our small size is our strength. It allows us to create a calm, consistent environment where clients feel safe and supported. You'll never feel like "just a number" here. We pride ourselves on thoughtful service, clear communication, and a strong partnership with clients and caregivers throughout the therapy journey.

Most of all, we’re here to encourage—one word, one goal, one success at a time.

Our Services

  • Evaluations

    Every journey begins with understanding. Our comprehensive evaluations help identify your or your child’s unique communication strengths and needs.

    Through a combination of observation, caregiver input, standardized assessments, and clinical expertise, we create a clear picture of areas such as speech sound production, motor speech skills (including apraxia), voice, fluency, and adult communication needs.

    Evaluations guide our therapy goals and ensure we tailor every session to your individual needs.

  • Individual Therapy

    Our one-on-one therapy sessions are designed to be engaging, effective, and individualized.

    We primarily provide therapy for pediatric speech sound disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, and adult voice disorders, while also supporting stuttering and adult rehabilitation needs when appropriate.

    Each session is built around your goals, with a focus on building trust and celebrating progress—no matter how small—using evidence-based techniques delivered in a warm, encouraging environment.

  • Teletherapy

    Speech therapy from the comfort of your home! Our secure and interactive teletherapy sessions offer the same high-quality care as in-person visits.

    Teletherapy is a flexible option for clients with busy schedules or those living outside our immediate service area. All you need is a device with internet access—and we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Areas of Focus

At Encouraging Words, we provide targeted, individualized therapy with a focus on the following areas:

Pediatric Speech Sound Disorders

Support for children who have difficulty producing speech sounds clearly, including articulation and phonological disorders. Therapy focuses on improving speech clarity, intelligibility, and overall communication confidence.

Childhood Apraxia of Speech

Specialized support for children with motor speech difficulties that impact their ability to plan and produce speech movements. Therapy emphasizes consistency, motor planning, and functional communication.

Adult Voice Disorders

Evaluation and treatment for adults experiencing voice concerns such as hoarseness, vocal fatigue, strain, or changes in vocal quality. Therapy focuses on improving vocal health, efficiency, and ease of communication.

Additional Areas of Support

We also provide therapy for:

  • Stuttering (children and adults)

  • Aphasia and adult language rehabilitation

  • Cognitive-communication disorders

  • Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)