Do I need a screening or an articulation assessment?
Not sure if speech therapy is the right next step? An articulation assessment provides a clear understanding of your child's speech sound skills and personalized recommendations for treatment.
Choosing the right starting point depends on what you're hoping to learn. Here's how the two options compare.
Speech screening
$99
A brief consultation designed to determine whether speech therapy or an articulation assessment is recommended.
Parent interview
Review of speech concerns
Brief speech screening
Professional recommendations
Verbal feedback
This service does not include standardized testing, diagnosis, or a written report.
An articulation assessment designed to evaluate speech sound production, identify articulation errors, and provide individualized treatment recommendations.
Parent interview
Standardized articulation assessment(s), as clinically appropriate
Speech sound analysis
Additional clinical observations, as needed
Verbal review of findings
Individualized treatment recommendations
If additional areas of concern are identified during the assessment, further evaluation or referrals may be recommended.
An articulation assessment designed to evaluate speech sound production, identify articulation errors, and provide individualized treatment recommendations, with a professionally written report summarizing assessment results, clinical impressions, and recommendations.
Parent interview
Standardized articulation assessment(s), as clinically appropriate
Speech sound analysis
Additional clinical observations, as needed
Written report
Verbal review of findings
Individualized treatment recommendations
If additional areas of concern are identified during the assessment, further evaluation or referrals may be recommended.
Not sure which is right?
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. We'll talk through your concerns and recommend whether a screening, evaluation, or direct intake into therapy is the best next step.