How We Help
Our adult speech-language pathologists provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for communication, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders. Therapy is designed to improve safety, independence, and participation in everyday activities while helping individuals achieve their personal goals.
Services may include:
- Cognitive-communication rehabilitation (memory, attention, problem solving, and executive functioning)
- Swallowing (dysphagia) assessment and treatment
- Speech and language rehabilitation
- Aphasia therapy
- Motor speech treatment for dysarthria and apraxia
- Voice therapy
- Fluency therapy
- Education and caregiver training
Common Conditions We Treat
- Stroke (CVA)
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Parkinson's disease
- Dementia and other neurodegenerative disorders
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Head and neck cancer
- Voice disorders
- Neurological conditions affecting communication, cognition, or swallowing
Our Goal
Our goal is to help patients communicate effectively, swallow safely, and participate as fully as possible in the activities that matter most to them. We work closely with patients, families, physicians, and the rehabilitation team to provide personalized, evidence-based care throughout the rehabilitation journey.
When Should You See a Speech-Language Pathologist?
You may benefit from Speech-Language Pathology services if you have difficulty with:
- Speaking clearly or being understood by others
- Understanding or expressing thoughts, ideas, or language
- Stuttering or other fluency concerns
- Voice changes, hoarseness, or vocal strain
- Cognitive changes such as memory, attention, problem-solving, or thinking skills following illness or injury
- Social communication and conversational skills
- Feeding or swallowing difficulties, including coughing, choking, or difficulty eating or drinking
- Using or learning an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) system or speech-generating device
A physician referral may be required for insurance coverage. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 218-387-3276. Telehealth is also available for Speech Language Pathology appointments. Referrals can be faxed to 218 387 3292 attention Speech Language Pathology.