Telepractice: Online Speech Therapy

Online speech therapy allows clients and therapists to connect virtually for evaluations, therapy or meetings through audio and video over the internet. Telepractice is also often referred to as telehealth, teletherapy, telespeech or telemedicine.

We are very excited to be able to offer speech therapy on telehealth to families residing anywhere in New York State. Telepractice helps increase access to care when coming to our physical location is not possible, reduces travel time, and reduces the risk of spreading or contracting illnesses. Plus, Speech Language Pathology in Motion’s telepractice platform is 100% HIPAA compliant and secure.

Research supports that telepractice offers the same level of care as “in person sessions”. Some clients are highly motivated by technology and may actually show increased participation/engagement in telepractice sessions, while for others, engaging in therapy in this format may require the support and assistance of a parent or caregiver.  

Use of telepractice can help provide continuity of care and prevent regression and disruption in treatment during illness, or in times of crisis, such as those seen with the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing treatment to continue when coming to in person sessions for an extended period of time is not possible.  It also makes parent coaching and home program implementation more accessible for busy families.