Frequently Asked Questions 

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How do I get started? 

1.) Contact me for a consultation to discuss your questions and concerns regarding your child's speech and language development. 

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2.) If deemed necessary, we will then schedule a screening or formal evaluation for your child. The screening and/or evaluation will serve to provide me with details regarding your child's strengths and areas for growth. The results will serve as a framework for the treatment plan. Already had a recent evaluation completed? Provide me with a copy and we can talk therapy options. 

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3.) Fill out intake forms that will be emailed to you. Please have them completed prior to the evaluation date. For more information, please click here.

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Do you have a physical office location? 

In the Ellicott City. Maryland area, I  provide the convenience of coming to you! (Limited availability!)  I will travel to your home or daycare/preschool setting and provide quality speech/language therapy to your child. Travel restrictions apply. Telehealth services also an excellent option if deemed appropriate. 

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Where do you travel to? 

Travel radius is limited to 2 miles (one-way), 4 miles (round trip) from my starting point in Ellicott City, MD (20142). Each additional minute will incur a travel fee. 

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What are therapy options if I am outside of your travel radius?

Teletherapy sessions are an excellent AND convenient option for those that are outside of my travel radius. There is some great support in the literature for the effectiveness of teletherapy. Refer to my blog post on teletherapy. Please note that not all children are good candidates for this treatment modality. 

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Is Teletherapy effective?

Several studies have justified the use and efficacy of teletherapy. Teletherapy allows for quality therapy services without time and travel constraints. Teletherapy has been advocated by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), US Department of Health and Human Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and the Mayo Clinic and has been endorsed by the American Psychological Association, The National Association of Social Workers, The American Counseling Association, US Department of Health and Human Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), to name a few.

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Will my health insurance cover an evaluation and/or speech/language therapy?

I am currently out-of-network with all insurance companies. However, a portion or even all of your services may be covered by your insurance if you receive out of network benefits. Please contact your insurance company to see if you are eligible for out-of-network (OON) speech language therapy and/or evaluation reimbursement.

Once I receive full payment for services directly from you, I can provide an invoice with necessary details for you to request reimbursement from your insurance carrier (if applicable). 

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What is your COVID/illness protocol at this time?

A mask is optional for families and I will readily wear one if requested by the family.  I thoroughly sanitize materials used between each session and have hand sanitizer readily available. I ask that clients cancel/reschedule an appointment if anyone has been exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19, is COVID postive,  or if your child is under the weather. 

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