Speech Therapy Treatment for Brain Injury in Cherry Hill, New Jersey
- Sophia Apgar
- Mar 17
- 4 min read
Updated: Mar 25
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, and did you know that 5.3 million people in the U.S. are currently living with a permanent disability due to brain injuries? At Insight Speech and Swallowing Therapy, we are dedicated to helping those affected by acquired and traumatic brain injury (TBI) regain communication skills, swallowing abilities, and quality of life.
When Should Patients Visit Insight Speech and Swallowing Therapy following Brain Injury?
If you or your loved one experience persistent symptoms including difficulty completing daily tasks or returning to school or work, it may be time to seek speech therapy services. Insight Speech and Swallowing therapy offers the top speech therapy treatment for acquired and traumatic brain injury (TBI) in Cherry Hill, NJ.
Services Offered by Insight Speech and Swallowing Therapy
A brain injury's impact can vary depending on the severity and location of the injury. Speech therapy addresses:
Speech Production and Articulation:
People with brain injury may struggle with slurred speech or difficulty pronouncing words clearly. Speech therapy helps improve muscle control for articulation and teaches strategies to improve speech clarity for those with dysarthria.
Receptive Language:
Those with a brain injury can have difficulty understanding spoken or written language (receptive aphasia). Therapy can involve exercises to help improve the understanding of words, sentences, and more complex language structures.
Expressive Language:
Some individuals may have difficulty finding the right words, constructing sentences, or organizing their thoughts to communicate clearly (expressive aphasia). Speech therapists work on improving word recall, sentence structure, and the ability to express oneself.
Cognitive-Communication Skills:
A brain injury can impact attention, memory, problem-solving, and executive functions that are necessary for everyday communication. Speech therapy often includes exercises to improve attention span, memory retention, and problem-solving in a conversational context.
Swallowing and Feeding:
In some cases, brain injury can affect the ability to swallow properly (dysphagia). Speech therapists are trained to evaluate and treat swallowing disorders, ensuring safe eating and drinking.
Pragmatics (Social Communication):
Communication isn't just about speech but also about understanding social cues, turn-taking, and appropriate language use in different settings. Speech therapy may address these issues, helping individuals interact better with others.
Voice Disorders:
Changes in pitch, tone, or volume of voice can occur following a brain injury. Therapy helps address these changes and improve vocal quality for more effective communication.
Therapy Appoaches at Insight Speech and Swallowing Therapy
Individualized Treatment Plans: Therapy is tailored to the individual's specific needs based on the severity of the TBI and the particular challenges faced.
Techniques and Exercises: These might include drills for articulation, structured conversations, memory exercises, word retrieval activities, or using technological aids to assist with language recovery.
Family Involvement: Family members play an important role in the therapy process by providing support and helping the patient practice outside of sessions.
Meet Katie Love, M.S. CCC-SLP, CBIS:
We are excited to introduce Katie Love, M.S. CCC-SLP, CBIS. With her extensive experience and commitment to helping individuals with diverse communication needs following acquired and traumatic brain injury, Katie is a vital member of our speech therapy team.
Katie is an ASHA certified speech-language pathologist (SLP), licensed in New Jersey. She earned her master's degree from Western Carolina University, equipping her with the foundational knowledge and skills to provide top-notch therapy to individuals across various settings.
Throughout her career, Katie has worked in outpatient rehab, home health, and skilled nursing environments, allowing her to gain invaluable experience with a wide range of clients. Katie tailors her approach to meet each individual's unique needs.
Katie’s dedication to helping clients achieve their communication goals is underscored by her advanced certifications. As a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS), she is specially trained to work with individuals who have suffered brain injuries, offering targeted therapies that support cognitive, speech, and language recovery.
As part of her CBIS training, Katie completed over 500 hours of training for Acquired brain injury (ABI) and diagnostic imaging, concussions and mTBI, military populations, brain injury in pediatrics and adolescents, aging with a brain injury, and participation and return to work.
Her expertise extends to a variety of conditions, including:
Neurologic Disorders
Acquired Brain Injuries
Traumatic Brain Injury
Parkinson’s Disease
Aphasia
Primary Progressive Aphasia
Katie has a deep passion for working with individuals facing cognitive, voice, and communication disorders, offering compassionate and evidence-based treatment to help clients regain their independence and confidence in communication.
Speech Therapy Treatment for Acquired and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in Cherry Hill NJ
Speech therapy services are offered in various settings in order to suit your needs:
In our office: Conveniently located in Cherry Hill, NJ, our clinic offers a comfortable environment for therapy sessions.
Online: Teletherapy options are available for those who prefer or require remote services, ensuring continued support from the comfort of home.
In-home: In-home therapy services in Cherry Hill, NJ, and surrounding South Jersey communities, making therapy accessible and personalized. We serve areas within 15 minutes of our office.
We understand how challenging it can be to cope with the effects of a traumatic brain injury, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
Why Choose Insight Speech and Swallowing Therapy?
At Insight, we prioritize your individual needs and are committed to offering exceptional care to help you or your loved one overcome challenges with communication and swallowing following traumatic brain injury and concussions.
How to Get Started with Speech Therapy at Insight Speech and Swallowing Therapy
Reach out to Insight Speech and Swallowing Therapy today to schedule an assessment. Whether you prefer in-office, online, or in-home sessions, we’re here to help you reach your goals.
Schedule an appointment online: Click here to book your assessment
Call us at (856) 200-8392 to learn more about how we can support your unique needs.
Serving Cherry Hill and surrounding South Jersey communities, we are here to help you regain your voice, independence, and quality of life.
Take the first step—contact us today!
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