Following spoken directions
Specialty Care
Auditory Processing Therapy
Auditory processing describes how the brain recognizes, organizes, and makes sense of sound.
Quick Answer
Auditory Processing at a glance
Auditory processing describes how the brain recognizes, organizes, and makes sense of sound. Difficulties may become more noticeable when speech is fast, instructions have several steps, or background noise is present. Because listening, hearing, attention, and language can overlap, speech-language assessment may be coordinated with an audiologist or other professionals when appropriate.
- A common reason to seek help
- Following spoken directions
- Another therapy focus
- Understanding language in noisy settings
- Care options
- In-person therapy in the South Bay and secure teletherapy where licensure and clinical fit permit
- Clinical lead
- Siobhain McHale, M.S., CCC-SLP
How Therapy Helps
What we work on together
Therapy for auditory processing at Care to Speak starts with a comprehensive assessment that blends standardized testing with informal measures, then builds a customized, evidence-based treatment plan around your goals.
Understanding language in noisy settings
Listening skills that support learning
Strategies for the classroom and workplace
Assessment
What a comprehensive evaluation may consider
An audiologist diagnoses central auditory processing disorder. A speech-language pathologist may assess related speech, language, listening, and learning needs and collaborate with audiology, family, school, or medical professionals. That team approach helps separate overlapping concerns and choose practical supports.
Language comprehension and listening in quiet and noisy settings
Attention, memory, vocabulary, and following spoken directions
Hearing status and whether referral to audiology is appropriate
Flexible Delivery
In person or online, wherever works
Sessions are available through secure teletherapy when professional licensure and clinical fit permit, in-person care at a welcoming South Bay office, school-based support, and group therapy where a peer setting helps. Your plan can combine formats as goals evolve.
Common Questions
How can I get started with Care to Speak?
Simply contact us through our intake form or schedule a discovery call. We will guide you through the next steps with care and clarity.
What can I expect during the initial evaluation?
The first session includes a mix of standardized assessments and informal observations. We will talk through your goals and needs and craft a personalized care plan.
Do you accept insurance?
We are an out-of-network provider. However, we can provide documentation to support your reimbursement process.
Take the next step, schedule a consultation today
Choose a time on Siobhain's calendar, or call if you prefer.