Planning Your Visit

We’re here to make your experience as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Here, you’ll find helpful tips to ensure you’re fully prepared for your visit and that we can provide the best care for your child.

Tips ahead of the visit:

  • 1. Bring comfort items: If your child is young, consider bringing a snack, a favorite book, or a preferred toy to help them feel comfortable and engaged during the evaluation. Familiar items can make the experience less intimidating.

    2. Arrive a little early: Arriving a bit early allows your child to settle in and adjust to the new environment before the evaluation begins.

    3. Keep it relaxed: Try to approach the evaluation with a calm and positive attitude. Your child will be more likely to feel at ease if they sense you are relaxed and supportive.

  • 1. Bring comfort items: If your child is young or may get hungry during the evaluation, consider bringing a drink and a few snacks of their choice. This will help keep them comfortable and engaged throughout the session.

    2. Arrive a little early: Arriving a few minutes early will allow your child time to settle into the environment and adjust before the evaluation begins. It can also help reduce any anxiety about the visit.

    3. Prepare to discuss concerns: Be ready to share any concerns you have about your child’s oral and facial muscle function, such as difficulty chewing, swallowing, or other oral habits like thumb-sucking. Any relevant information will help guide the evaluation.

    4. Be ready for some activities: During the evaluation, there will likely be a variety of tasks and activities to assess your child’s mouth and facial muscles. These may include simple exercises, such as tongue movements or breathing exercises, so make sure your child is comfortable and willing to participate.

    5. Talk about the visit: It may help to explain to your child in simple terms what to expect. Let them know that the therapist will be checking how their mouth and face work together to help them eat, talk, and breathe, and that they will be asked to do some fun exercises.

    6. Inform us of any allergies: It’s crucial to let us know about any allergies your child may have, including food, environmental, or material sensitivities. This information helps us create a safe and comfortable evaluation experience for your child.

  • 1. Gather relevant records: To help us understand your child’s needs, please provide any pertinent reports or documents, such as:

    • IEPs (Individualized Education Plans), if applicable.

    • Neuropsychologist reports or any developmental assessments.

    • Previous speech/language reports from other professionals.

    • Any other medical records or documentation that could be relevant to your child’s speech and language development.

    2. Share concerns and goals: When scheduling the initial consultation, be sure to share any specific concerns or goals you have regarding your child’s communication skills. This will allow us to tailor the therapy plan to meet your child’s needs effectively.

    3. Check with your child’s school: If your child is attending school, ask the school to provide you with any relevant reports related to speech or language services, as they may have conducted assessments or provided services in the past.

    4. Review therapy history: If your child has received any speech therapy previously, please provide records of that treatment, including progress reports and any strategies that worked or didn’t work. This information is essential in understanding your child’s progress and needs.

    5. Prepare for a detailed discussion: Be prepared to discuss your child’s developmental history, any medical conditions, and specific communication challenges. The more information you can provide, the better we can customize the therapy plan.

    By gathering and providing these records ahead of time, we can ensure a smooth and efficient start to your child’s speech therapy journey!

  • We’ve upgraded our systems to provide you with a more efficient and secure experience using an electronic medical records (EMR) system called Ambiki. This system offers several benefits, including:

    • Appointment reminders and easy payment options

    • Improved communication with our team, so you can stay updated on your child’s progress

    When you schedule your first appointment, we will send you a link to complete your intake paperwork directly in the system.

    This makes the process simple and streamlined!

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • We offer 30, 45, and 60-minute sessions to accommodate individual needs.

    Initial evaluations are typically scheduled for 60 minutes to allow for a comprehensive assessment.

    Please note that your therapist will set aside a small portion of each session to provide updates to the parent/guardian. During this time, they will review progress, share what we are working on, and discuss any necessary follow-ups or next steps.

  • At Talk of the Town Therapy, we are out-of-network providers for insurance companies. Payment is required in full to Talk of the Town Therapy for our services.

    While we are not able to bill or submit claims on your behalf, we are happy to assist you with part of the process. It is the client’s responsibility to inquire about benefits and coverage directly with your insurance provider.

    If you would like to submit a claim to your insurance company, we will gladly provide you with a superbill and any additional paperwork needed to help with your submission.

  • We accept payments in-office via cash or checks made payable to Talk of the Town, LLC.

    For your convenience, we also accept all major credit cards through Stripe.

    Additionally, we accept payments through FSA/HSA cards.

  • We are next door to Siena Pediatrics - but please do not use their entrance.

    For our entrance, look for the ‘Executive Suites’ sign at Building 100 and enter through those doors. You’ll see our logo on the left side of the door.

    We suggest you plan to arrive a few minutes early to ensure you get parking and find the office.

    There is a waiting room in the lobby. To ensure privacy for all patients, please wait there until your therapist comes to get you at your scheduled time.