Pediatric Speech Therapy
The Delhi Hospital Speech Therapy Program helps people of all ages with speech, language, cognition and swallowing disorders.
Speech Therapy
Our team of Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) are dedicated to helping people develop and maintain their ability to speak more clearly, understand and express thoughts and swallow safety.
We also specialize in Pediatric Speech Therapy by provided child-centered care through our recently renovated Pediatric Therapy Room.
We also specialize in Pediatric Speech Therapy by provided child-centered care through our recently renovated Pediatric Therapy Room.
What is Speech Therapy?
Speech Therapy is a broad term for the treatment of speech and language disorders in adults and children.
Speech therapy focuses on four areas:
Speech therapy focuses on four areas:
Expressive Language:
The ability to use words to express yourself or share thoughts
Mechanics of Language:
The ability to produce words or speech sounds
Receptive Language:
The ability to understand words spoken by you
Dysphagia:
The ability to feed and swallow
Pediatric Speech Therapy
While Speech Therapy often helps children with trouble pronouncing certain sounds (such as those with lisps), it is not the only area of communication we address. In actuality, Speech Therapy is a broad field that can help with a variety of issues.
If your child’s teacher or pediatrician has recommended that you have him/her evaluated by a Speech Therapist, we can help. It’s perfectly natural to be concerned, but rest assured that Speech Therapy can work wonders for your child if they are experiencing a delay in their speech-language development. The Pediatric Speech Therapy Team at Delhi Hospital is here to help your child find their voice. We can evaluate possible delays in your child’s verbal development and create a customized plan to get your child back on track and “talking the talk”!
If your child’s teacher or pediatrician has recommended that you have him/her evaluated by a Speech Therapist, we can help. It’s perfectly natural to be concerned, but rest assured that Speech Therapy can work wonders for your child if they are experiencing a delay in their speech-language development. The Pediatric Speech Therapy Team at Delhi Hospital is here to help your child find their voice. We can evaluate possible delays in your child’s verbal development and create a customized plan to get your child back on track and “talking the talk”!
Because Every Child Deserves a Voice.
Our Speech Therapists can help with a variety of issues, such as:
• Reading Comprehension
• Memorization
• Developing School Readiness Skills
• Stuttering/Fluency
• Expressive Language Disorder
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Social Pragmatic Skills
• Memorization
• Developing School Readiness Skills
• Stuttering/Fluency
• Expressive Language Disorder
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Social Pragmatic Skills
The Power of Play
Our newly renovated Pediatric Therapy Room is designed with your child in mind!
Utilizing a play-based approach, our Therapy Team can help your child reach their full potential with their speech and language skills.
Utilizing a play-based approach, our Therapy Team can help your child reach their full potential with their speech and language skills.
Meet Our Speech Therapy Team
Nadine Fares
Board Certified Speech Therapist
Nadine is from Fort Worth, Texas and received her Master’s of Speech Language Pathology from ULM. Nadine has experience working in a pediatric setting, as well as adults in inpatient rehabilitation and patients on the Autism spectrum.
Her favorite age group to work with is children 5 and under. Her communication with parents and families is an integral component to her therapy approach, as this education promotes speech & language skills to the home environment.
In her spare time, Nadine enjoys running, reading, trying new places to eat, and volunteering in the community and spending time with her dog, Mia.
Her favorite age group to work with is children 5 and under. Her communication with parents and families is an integral component to her therapy approach, as this education promotes speech & language skills to the home environment.
In her spare time, Nadine enjoys running, reading, trying new places to eat, and volunteering in the community and spending time with her dog, Mia.
Speech Developmental Milestones
Is Your Child On Track?
While every child develops differently, this checklist can be used as a guideline to see if your child is on the right track for their age group.
Contact Us Today
Do you think your child may have a speech-language delay? Don’t wait. Contact the Speech Therapy Team at Delhi Hospital today for an evaluation. The earlier we can diagnosis an issue, the less impact it may have on your child’s self-esteem, social interactions, and academic progress. Call us today at 878-6297 to learn about the power of Speech Therapy for your little one. Because while they are small, their care is a big deal.
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(318) 878-6297
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407 Cincinnati Street
Delhi, LA 71232
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Delhi, LA 71232
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