About Teletherapy

GENERALLY, teletherapy looks similar to face-to-face therapy. Depending on the age and attention of the client, the following is recommended:

FOR VERY YOUNG OR INATTENTIVE CLIENTS: a parent coaching model will be used. I will provide strategies as you work with your child on a task of interest or relevance to the home. This model allows me to provide strategies and observe responses, so techniques can be tailored to and practiced at home with a child’s most important communication partner: You!

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FOR EARLY ELEMENTARY AGE (Kinder to 2nd grade): The child and the parent will participate in the session. The child will participate in materials with the SLP with parent encouragement and observation. The parent will learn how to best support gains and generalization in speech.

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FOR LATER ELEMENTARY AGE (typically 3rd grade and older elementary clients) The child will probably be able to participate independently; however, the parent should be close by to provide reinforcement for participation and to learn how best to support gains and generalization of practiced skills.

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FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL AGE: The client may be able to participate independently; however, the parent should be close by to provide redirection and to learn how to best support gains and generalization of practiced skills as appropriate.

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FOR HIGH SCHOOL AGE: High school clients generally participate independently. High school students are still children until 18 years. Parents should be aware of therapy times and support attendance.

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FOR ADULTS:  Adult clients generally participate independently. Caregivers may participate if it is deemed appropriate and the client is amenable.