Every child communicates differently. Our individualized speech and language therapy helps children strengthen communication skills while giving families practical strategies they can carry into everyday life.
We provide services throughout New York City and Long Island, with both in person and telehealth options available when appropriate.
Individualized • Evidence Based • Culturally Responsive • Family Centered
Clear, family friendly descriptions of the communication areas our clinicians support.
For children who have difficulty using words, phrases, sentences, grammar, or vocabulary to tell others what they want, think, or feel.
Support for children who have difficulty understanding spoken language.
Treatment for children who have difficulty producing specific speech sounds clearly.
Treatment for predictable sound patterns that affect groups of sounds and significantly reduce speech clarity.
Individualized treatment for children who have difficulty planning and coordinating the movements needed for clear speech.
Treatment recommendations depend on comprehensive assessment findings.
Support for toddlers and young children building foundational communication skills.
Support for children navigating the social use of language in a neurodiversity affirming way that honors each child's authentic communication.
Support for children who experience repetitions, prolongations, blocks, or physical tension, with a focus on speaking comfortably and confidently.
For children who communicate through methods beyond or in addition to speech.
AAC does not replace a child's voice. It provides another pathway to communication.
Culturally and linguistically responsive intervention. Bilingualism itself does not cause a speech or language disorder.
Support for the language skills that underlie reading and writing.
Helping children communicate everyday needs at home, school, and in the community using speech, gestures, signs, visuals, or AAC.
Parents often know something feels difficult before they know exactly what to call it. Your child may benefit from an evaluation if you notice:
Before ongoing therapy services begin, an appropriate speech and language evaluation or screening must be completed.
If a child has a recent outside evaluation, families may submit it for review to determine whether additional assessment is necessary.
Our goal is not simply to practice skills during a therapy session. We want communication skills to carry into the child's real life.
Appropriate for some children who benefit from shorter, highly focused intervention.
Provides additional time for direct intervention, practice, and caregiver education.
May be recommended for children with more complex communication needs, several treatment areas, AAC needs, or substantial caregiver training.
Best for children who benefit from:
Secure virtual services may be available when they are clinically appropriate.
Not sure which option is appropriate? We will help determine the best format based on your child's needs.
Families receive useful guidance that supports communication during daily routines and meaningful moments.
“Finding your voice is a journey we take hand in hand together.”
Hand in Hand Speech Therapy
Tell us about your child and your concerns.
We review your child's history, communication needs, location, availability, and relevant records.
An evaluation or appropriate screening is completed before ongoing treatment begins.
If therapy is recommended, we establish goals, frequency, session duration, and the right service format.
Tell us a little about your child so we can determine how Hand in Hand Speech Therapy may support your family.
Hand in Hand Speech Therapy is a private pay, out of network practice. We do not bill insurance companies directly or manage insurance claims on behalf of families.
Payment is made directly to the provider according to the practice payment schedule.
Fees for mobile services include applicable travel considerations. Families are charged for the scheduled clinical service, not separately for travel time.
Upon request, families may receive a superbill to submit independently to their insurance company for possible reimbursement. A superbill may include:
Submitting a superbill does not guarantee reimbursement. Coverage, deductibles, allowed amounts, authorization requirements, and reimbursement percentages are determined by each insurance plan.
Appropriate diagnostic and billing codes can only be provided when supported by current clinical documentation and assessment findings.
Benefits vary significantly by plan. Please verify coverage directly with your insurer before services begin.
HSA and FSA funds may generally be used for eligible speech and language evaluation and treatment expenses when permitted under your plan.
Please verify eligibility and available balances with your plan administrator.
Experienced speech and language professionals may be thoughtfully matched with families based on clinical expertise, the child's needs, location, scheduling availability, language needs, and overall fit.
Where applicable, providers may operate as independent clinicians or contractors. Hand in Hand Speech Therapy facilitates communication and continuity to create a seamless experience from intake through ongoing care.
Whether your child is working toward a first word, clearer speech, stronger language, more confident communication, or a reliable AAC system, we are here to help determine the next step.
Hand in Hand Speech Therapy provides culturally responsive speech-language services, AAC support, family coaching, professional development, and facility-based contract services across NYC, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties.
