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Speech Therapists - Decatur, IL

We found 55 speech therapists in Decatur, IL. See refinement options below.

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Mrs. Lauren Kay Tapperson, MACCCSLP

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13 Hilltop Drive, Decatur, IL

Ms. Lauren Tapperson is a speech therapy specialist in Decatur, IL.
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Jessica Sullivan, CCC-SLP

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2300 N Edward Street, Decatur, IL

Ms. Jessica Sullivan works as a speech therapy specialist in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Barbara Jean Ferracane, MS, CCC-SLP

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2912 N University Avenue, Decatur, IL

Ms. Barbara Ferracane specializes in speech therapy and practices in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Ashley Barnes, M.S., CCC-SLP

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2300 N Edward Street, Decatur, IL

Ms. Ashley Barnes works as a speech therapy specialist in Decatur, IL.
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Jennifer Raleigh

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2715 N 27th Street, Decatur, IL

Ms. Jennifer Raleigh specializes in speech therapy and practices in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Kristen Lee Grohne, SLP

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1800 E Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, IL

Ms. Kristen Grohne practices speech therapy in Decatur, IL.
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Ms. Pamela Lou Chmielewski, CCC-SLP/L

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1750 S Fairview Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521

Ms. Pamela Chmielewski practices speech therapy in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Janet Sue Brownfield, MS, SLP-L, CCC

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1800 E Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, IL

Ms. Janet Brownfield works as a speech therapy specialist in Decatur, IL.
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Amy J. Stock

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185 W Imboden Drive, Decatur, IL

Ms. Amy Stock practices speech therapy in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Vicki Jo Burke, CCC L, MS

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2300 N Edward Street, Decatur, IL

Ms. Vicki Burke is a speech therapy specialist in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Colleen Marie Beavers, CCC/SLP, M.A.

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2715 N 27th Street, Decatur, IL

Ms. Colleen Beavers practices speech therapy in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Alyssa G. Moomaw, MS, CCC-SLP/L

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1800 E Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, IL

Ms. Alyssa Moomaw works as a speech therapy specialist in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Elizabeth June Curlin, MS, SLP L, CCC

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2300 N Edward Street, Decatur, IL

Ms. Elizabeth Curlin works as a speech therapy specialist in Decatur, IL.
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Ms. Judith Marie Ankrom, SPEECH LANGUAGE PATH

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3401 E Prairie Street, Decatur, IL

Ms. Judith Ankrom works as a speech therapy specialist in Decatur, IL.
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Miss Leslie L. Tish, SLP, CF

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2300 N Edward Street, Decatur, IL

Ms. Leslie Tish practices speech therapy in Decatur, IL.
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Mrs. Tonya Sue Peters, SLP

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1800 E Lake Shore Drive, Decatur, IL

Ms. Tonya Peters specializes in speech therapy and practices in Decatur, IL.

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What is Speech Therapy?

Speech therapy is a treatment that helps people of all ages who have problems speaking and using language. The professionals who provide speech therapy are called speech and language pathologists, or sometimes just speech therapists. Speech therapy is often associated with children, and many kids do need extra help overcoming speech disorders such as a lisp or a stutter. However, older patients also often rely on speech services, for instance after a stroke.

The issues that are treated in speech therapy can be broadly broken down into three main categories. They are:

Speech disorders, which affect the voice and the ability to form sounds properly or speak fluently. Examples include dysarthria, stuttering, and vocal cord polyps.
Language disorders, which are problems with either saying or understanding spoken words. Examples include autism and pragmatic (social) language disorders.
Swallowing disorders, including drooling and difficulty swallowing. Since speech therapy involves treatment for the muscles of the mouth and throat, some swallowing disorders can be treated by speech therapists.

The way speech therapy is conducted depends greatly on the age and needs of the patient being served. Therapy may be conducted one-on-one, in a small group, or in a classroom. Standardized testing is often used to evaluate speech. Depending on the patient, therapy may include games, conversation, role playing and storytelling, flash cards, or singing. The speech therapist sometimes assigns exercises for the patient to practice at home.

There are many causes for speech disorders, and they are surprisingly common. Speech therapy is an effective treatment that helps these patients communicate their thoughts and feelings with others.