Evaluation and Therapy Services
We offer a wide range of speech and language therapy services, addressing everything from developmental delays to adult speech disorders. We offer in-home services in Northern Virginia and Maryland. Below are some of the core areas we specialize in:
Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC)
Best for if your child has Autism Spectrum Disorder, non-speaking, Down Syndrome, “late talker”, or any other condition impacting verbal communication.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) refers to tools and strategies that help individuals with speech or communication challenges express themselves. AAC can include high-tech speech-generating devices, low-tech communication boards, and sign language. Whether a child is nonverbal, minimally verbal, has difficulty speaking, or if there’s a gap between your child's receptive language (understanding) and expressive language (output), they may benefit from Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). Whether your child is in the beginning stages of using their AAC or learning the grammatical rules of their robust system, we’re here to help. Our AAC speech therapy will help support:
Communicating effectively using meaningful vocabulary
Promoting independence and social connection
Increasing their expressive language skills to participate academically, socially and functionally across all environments
Build confidence as an independent communicator
We also assist you in selecting an AAC device, getting funding for the device, and using it throughout your child's day through our comprehensive AAC Evaluation service.
Gestalt-Language Processors (GLPs)
Best for children who use echolalia and scripting to communicate, often seen in children who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Many young children learn language through chunks, often using echolalia—repeating words or phrases—to communicate, also known as a Gestalt Language Processor (GLP). Speech therapy for gestalt language processors focuses on honoring these scripts while guiding children through the stages of Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) to develop flexible, independent communication. At Singh Speech Services, we support Gestalt-Language Processors by embracing their natural communication styles, including echolalia, and building on their strengths through engaging, play-based activities. Our neurodiverse-affirming approach helps children develop meaningful, functional communication in a way that feels authentic to them.
Recognizes echolalia as a purposeful communication tool, not a barrier.
Uses play-based strategies to expand from echolalia to spontaneous language.
Tailors therapy to each child’s unique processing style and interests.
Supports families in understanding and responding to their child’s communication.
Fosters social connection and self-expression in a safe, inclusive environment.
Language Therapy
This is best for kids who are late-talkers, receptive-expressive language delays, auditory processing disorders or developmental delays.
Language therapy helps young children build the skills to understand and express themselves effectively. Receptive-expressive language therapy helps children who struggle with understanding and using spoken language. Receptive language skills involve understanding words, sentences, and directions, while expressive language skills focus on using words to communicate thoughts, needs, and ideas.Through play-based, in-home sessions, we create fun, engaging opportunities for children to develop vocabulary, sentence structure, and social communication. Our family-centered approach ensures parents are equipped to support their child’s language growth at home.
Targets expressive language (e.g., forming sentences, storytelling).
Strengthens receptive language (e.g., understanding directions, questions).
Incorporates play and daily routines to make learning natural and fun.
Supports social skills like turn-taking and conversation for young children.
Improve their academic performance and gain confidence in school and social settings
Myofunctional Therapy
Best for children who have articulation disorders, speech difficulties, thumb suckers, tongue thrust or a mouth breather.
Myofunctional therapy focuses on strengthening oral muscles to improve speech clarity, swallowing, and breathing for young children. Through targeted orofacial exercises, our in-home, play-based exercises are designed to address challenges like tongue thrust or unclear speech, making therapy engaging and effective. We tailor each session to your child’s needs, ensuring progress in a comfortable setting. We are trained and certified in Myofunctional therapy which will help your child:
Corrects oral habits like tongue thrust or improper swallowing.
Improves speech clarity through targeted muscle exercises.
Enhances breathing patterns for better oral function and health.
Uses age-appropriate, fun activities to keep children motivated.
Literacy Support
Best for children who have a learning disability, speech and language delays, Dyslexic, and/or need additional literacy support.
Early literacy skills lay the foundation for academic success. Our in-home literacy support helps young children with the essential reading and writing skills develop phonological awareness, letter-sound connections, and reading confidence through interactive, play-based activities. Our speech therapist is Orton-Gillingham trained. The Orton-Gillingham approach empowers educators to develop an individualized, structured, multisensory plan to teach reading and vocabulary skills. We work closely with parents to foster a love of learning and support pre-reading skills.
Builds phonological awareness for sound-letter recognition.
Supports early reading skills like decoding and comprehension.
Uses engaging games and stories to make literacy fun.
Addresses challenges with rhyming, blending, or segmenting sounds.
Offers strategies for parents to encourage reading at home.
Articulation and Phonological Therapy
Best for children with speech sound errors, unclear speech, difficulty with pronunciation, or overall communication.
Articulation and phonological therapy helps young children speak clearly by targeting specific sound errors or speech patterns. Articulation disorders involve difficulty pronouncing specific sounds (e.g., saying “wabbit” instead of “rabbit”), while phonological disorders involve patterns of sound errors (e.g., omitting final consonants or simplifying complex sounds). Our in-home, play-based approach makes practice enjoyable, building confidence with every word.
Targets specific sounds for clearer speech.
Addresses phonological patterns (e.g., omitting sounds or syllables).
Uses fun, interactive activities like games and songs to engage children.
Encourages carryover of clear speech into everyday conversations.
Involves parents to reinforce skills outside of therapy sessions.
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Therapy in your home helps young children feel relaxed and engaged.
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Personalized sessions designed for your child’s unique needs.
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Convenient for families in Northern Virginia (including but not limited to Arlington, Vienna, Fairfax, Ashburn, Leesburg, Manassas, Springfield) and Maryland (including but not limited to Kensington, Bethesda).