My Services

Speech, Language, and Learning

At Robin's Key Speech, Language, and Learning, I serve clients ages 3-22 with a variety of speech, language, learning, and communication needs.

Did you know? 80% of children with emotional and behavioral disorders have an unidentified language disorder (Hollo, Wehby, & Oliver, 2014).

Language disorders and learning disabilities are considered "hidden" disabilities because they have no physical manifestation and frequently go unidentified. There are many subtle warning signs that are often not recognized, even by many healthcare professionals and educators. Language disorders and learning disabilities that are unidentified and unaddressed can contribute to difficulties with learning, social relationships, emotional regulation, and overall well-being. It is never too late to talk to a professional to find out if therapy may help.
Therapy isn't just about a once-a-week session to learn new things. It's about building a relationship and getting to know each client's individual personality and needs to help them develop the skills and confidence THEY need to succeed. I offer a variety of services to make this possible.
Family Consultations
Some families need help finding the right support for their child. I am happy to meet with families who need help figuring out what supports their child needs to succeed. I can help connect you with different resources and providers, and there is no obligation for continued services with me. I have experience helping families advocate for their child's learning needs in school and ensuring that appropriate decisions are made regarding IEP/504 goals, accommodations, and school placement.
Testing for Speech and Language disorders & learning disabilities
I provide testing for learning disabilities (including dyslexia), reading and writing, speech and language disorders, and social communication/social thinking. The purpose of assessment is to better understand clients' areas of strengths and uncover the challenges that underlie their difficulties in school and with social relationships. Based on this information, I work collaboratively with clients to develop intervention goals to help them learn the skills they need to succeed.
Individual therapy & Parent coaching
My intervention approach is developmental and relationship-based and guided by current research and evidence-based practice. Although my clients often carry multiple diagnostic labels, my focus is supporting them in becoming the best version of themselves. When working with younger children, I help parents and caregivers learn strategies that they can use every day with their child to promote language, cognitive, and social emotional development. I help older children and adolescents develop the skills they need for school and social relationships.
Group Therapy
Groups are designed to help children, adolescents, and young adults develop communication and learning skills in a natural context. Groups are the perfect place for what is often referred to as "generalization" of skills. This means that the client has the skills they need to learn and communicate but needs more practice using those skills independently in different contexts. Groups also help clients feel less alone in their struggles and allows them to provide support to others with similar challenges. My groups focus on skills required for classroom communication, social relationships, and learning. *Scroll down for a list of current groups.
Collaboration & Professional Consultations
Having worked in public, therapeutic, and alternative schools, I have lots of experience working with teachers, administrators, psychotherapists, and other related providers. My favorite part of my job is collaborating with other professionals to help clients reach their potential. I am able to collaborate with other professionals who serve my clients and am also available for independent consultations with schools and providers who want another perspective on how to best support a client's learning and communication needs. See the For Professionals tab for more information.
Professional Presentations
I am available to provide community presentations as well as inservices and professional development workshops for schools, therapy clinics, and other social service agencies. Additionally, I am happy to work with extracurricular programs to help develop inclusive programming for children and adolescents with diverse learning and communication needs. Please see the For Professionals tab for more information.
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Who I Serve
My Approach

Now Forming: Virtual Social Skills Groups

  • Who: High school students
  • What: Each group meets once per week for 60 minutes. These skills-based groups focus on helping adolescents and young adults better understand their learning needs, relate to others with similar struggles, and develop learning strategies to help them overcome social and academic challenges.
  • When: Anticipated start January 2021
  • Cost: $65 per session; Initial intake assessment also required; BCBS PPO and Blue Choice plans accepted
  • Interested? Call or email if you'd like me to keep you updated on the planned start date! Contact Lisa

Skills and strategies addressed in groups are adapted to student needs but may include:

  • Executive functioning skills (e.g., task initiation, planning, organizing, and time management)
  • Notetaking skills
  • Using visuals and graphic organizers
  • Locating and effectively using resources and technology
  • Inferencing and problem solving
  • Reading comprehension
  • Identifying main ideas and details
  • Essay writing
  • Learning when and how to ask for help
  • Social cognitive skills
  • Self-advocacy