Late talkers and first words
Specialty Care
Expressive and Receptive Language Therapy
Expressive and receptive language delays affect how a person shares ideas and understands spoken language.
Quick Answer
Expressive and Receptive Language Delays at a glance
Expressive and receptive language delays affect how a person shares ideas and understands spoken language. Expressive needs may show up as difficulty finding words, building sentences, or telling a clear story. Receptive needs may affect following directions, answering questions, learning new vocabulary, or understanding conversation. A comprehensive evaluation helps identify the individual's language profile and useful next steps.
- A common reason to seek help
- Late talkers and first words
- Another therapy focus
- Following directions and understanding questions
- 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 expressive and receptive language delays 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.
Following directions and understanding questions
Building vocabulary and sentence structure
Language skills for school readiness
Assessment
What a comprehensive evaluation may consider
A language evaluation considers both understanding and expression across real communication tasks. Depending on age and goals, this may include vocabulary, sentence structure, following directions, storytelling, conversation, play, literacy, and reports from family or teachers.
Understanding words, questions, directions, and conversation
Vocabulary, grammar, sentences, and organization of ideas
Communication across home, school, work, and social settings
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.