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Helping children to communicate, one step at a time!

10/29/2026

🗣️ Speech & Language Series: What Is Articulation?

Have you ever heard a child say “wabbit” instead of “rabbit” or “tat” instead of “cat”? 🐰🐱

These are examples of speech sound errors, and they can be part of typical speech development as children learn to produce different sounds!

Articulation refers to how we use our lips, tongue, jaw, and other speech structures to produce individual speech sounds.

Some children have difficulty learning how to make certain sounds clearly. That's where speech therapy can help! 💬

Through fun, engaging activities, speech-language pathologists help children learn where to place their tongue and lips, how to produce sounds accurately, and how to carry those skills over into everyday conversations.

💙 Wondering whether your child's speech sounds are developing as expected?

Our speech-language pathologists at SpeakEasy Therapy can evaluate your child's speech sound development and help determine whether therapy may be beneficial.

10/27/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Melinda Cottonaro! 🌟

We're excited to introduce another wonderful member of our SpeakEasy Therapy team, Melinda Cottonaro, SLP! 💙

Melinda graduated from Buffalo State College in New York in 2005 and brings 21 years of experience as a speech-language pathologist! Throughout her career, she has worked in public schools, daycare settings, and specialized schools serving children with a variety of communication and developmental needs.

Melinda especially enjoys working on language and articulation skills. One of her favorite parts of being an SLP is watching children discover their own voices and learn to express themselves! 💬✨

Outside of work, Melinda enjoys spending time with her husband of 19 years and their daughter, who recently started middle school and keeps the family busy with activities! She also loves reading and crafting whenever she can find the time. 📚🎨

We're so thankful to have Melinda as part of the SpeakEasy Therapy team and appreciate the experience and dedication she brings to the children she serves! 💚

Take a look at her spotlight to learn a little more about Melinda! 🌟

10/23/2026

When your child care center invites you to be a part of the “Disguise a Pumpkin” contest! 🎃

10/22/2026

🍁🍂 Falling Into Speech & Language!

Fall is in full swing at SpeakEasy Therapy, and we've been having so much fun incorporating seasonal activities into our speech and language sessions!

From colorful leaves and fall-themed books to hands-on crafts and movement activities, our therapists are finding creative ways to target important communication skills.

🗣️ Speech sound production
💬 Vocabulary and language development
👂 Listening comprehension
🍂 Pronouns and sentence building
🎨 Learning through movement and play

The best part? Our little learners are having fun while building skills that carry over into everyday communication!

At SpeakEasy Therapy, we believe that learning through play makes therapy both meaningful and engaging! 💙💚

10/20/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Reagan Cottrell! 🌟

Meet Reagan Cottrell, our Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant! Reagan works under the supervision of Julie Casey, SLP, and has been part of the SpeakEasy Therapy team for the past year.

Reagan has a passion for helping children find their voice and build confidence in their communication skills. She especially loves working on articulation and getting to celebrate those exciting moments when a child masters a new sound! 💬✨

Outside of work, Reagan loves road biking, hiking, camping, spending time with friends, and pet sitting. She’s also a big animal lover! 🚲🥾🐾

We’re so happy to have Reagan as part of the SpeakEasy Therapy team and love the energy and enthusiasm she brings to the children she serves! 💙

Take a look at her spotlight to learn a little more about Reagan! 🌟

10/15/2026

💬 Did you know that a child may benefit from speech therapy even if they don't qualify for services through their school?

School-based and private speech therapy serve different purposes, and the requirements for receiving services aren't always the same.

🏫 School-based services focus on communication difficulties that affect a child's educational performance—which includes much more than just grades!

💙 Private speech therapy can address communication challenges that affect a child's everyday life, even when school eligibility criteria aren't met.

✨ The important takeaway? Not qualifying for school-based speech therapy doesn't necessarily mean your child doesn't need support!

Take a look at our graphics to learn more about the differences between these two settings.

At SpeakEasy Therapy, we're passionate about helping children develop the communication skills they need to succeed at school, at home, and beyond! 💙💚

10/14/2026

Why you should not rely on AI as your speech pathologist! 🤓

10/13/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Karen Strausser! 🌟

It takes a great team behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly at SpeakEasy Therapy, and we’re excited to introduce our bookkeeper, Karen Strausser!

Karen has an accounting degree from Forsyth Tech and brings more than 35 years of experience in finance, including work in government, nonprofit, and private industry.

When she’s not keeping numbers in order, Karen stays busy directing two handbell choirs (and ringing in a third!), camping, heading to the beach whenever she gets the chance, reading, doing puzzles, and spending time with her family—including her two grandsons and lots of kitties! 🐱🔔🏖️

We’re so thankful for everything Karen does behind the scenes to help keep SpeakEasy Therapy running smoothly! 💙💬

Take a look at her spotlight to learn more about Karen! ✨

10/08/2026

🗣️💬 Speech and language — aren’t they the same thing?

Not quite! While we often use the words speech and language interchangeably, they actually refer to different areas of communication.

Speech is about how we produce spoken communication. It includes articulation (how we produce individual speech sounds), voice (vocal quality and pitch), and fluency (the smooth, natural flow of speech).

Language is how we understand and communicate ideas. Receptive language involves understanding what we hear or read, while expressive language is how we communicate our thoughts through words, sentences, or other forms of communication. Language also includes pragmatics—how we use communication socially and interact with others.

A child may have difficulty in one of these areas, several of them, or both speech and language.

At SpeakEasy Therapy, our SLPs work with children in many different areas of communication. Over the next several weeks, we’ll be highlighting some of the different skills speech-language pathologists evaluate and treat. 💙

Because communication is about so much more than just saying sounds correctly! 💬✨

10/06/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Meet Mandi Watson! 🌟

This week, we’re excited to spotlight Mandi Watson, Speech-Language Pathologist!

Mandi has been an SLP for 21 years and loves working with preschool and elementary-aged children. She earned her degree from Appalachian State University and brings years of experience, knowledge, and care to the children and families she serves. 💬❤️

Outside of work, Mandi enjoys spending time with her husband, Will, their 15-year-old daughter, and their dog, Hazel. You might also find her kayaking, hiking, dancing, or singing with her family! 🥾🛶🎶

Her favorite Bible verse is Genesis 50:20:
“You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.”

We’re so thankful to have Mandi as part of the SpeakEasy Therapy team! 💙💚

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8800 Buckey Court
Lewisville, NC
27023

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+13369462493

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