Speech Pathology Solutions

Recovery in adult speech therapy is often structured around treating individual symptoms. Speech, swallowing and cognition may be addressed separately, even when patients experience them as a combined loss of independence. Speech Pathology Solutions treats these changes as interconnected, focusing on how they affect a patient’s ability to function in everyday life.

The practice positions quality of life as the defining measure of recovery. Rather than isolating clinical issues, care begins by understanding how those changes affect daily routines, social interaction and independence. Treatment is then designed around these real-life impacts. Therapy may involve improving swallowing safety, strengthening communication or supporting patients as they re-engage with daily activities. The practice also incorporates specialized approaches such as LSVT, SPEAK OUT!, VitalStim and orofacial myofunctional therapy, with each intervention aligned to functional outcomes rather than isolated clinical measures.

“With us, they’re not just seeing a speech therapist. They’re seeing somebody who is a teammate, in meeting their goals and improving their quality of life,” says Kristy Pantano, M.A. CCC-SLP- Owner/ Speech Language Pathologist.

That process is built not only on clinical evaluation but on trust. Patients often arrive feeling uncertain or vulnerable about changes they cannot fully control. Creating a warm, respectful and reassuring environment becomes part of the therapeutic process, helping them feel supported as they adapt to a new normal.

Understanding the Full Picture

The practice begins with a focused question: Why is the condition presenting this way? Clinical records, imaging and prior assessments provide one layer of insight. Direct patient interaction provides another. Together, they clarify patterns that may not be immediately visible.

“We always go beyond visible symptoms to uncover contributing factors,” says Hailee Porricelli, M.S. CCC-SLP- Speech Language Pathologist.

This process includes reviewing medical history, identifying contributing factors and coordinating with other providers when needed to ensure therapy aligns with the patient’s broader clinical context.

Therapy plans are built around individual priorities. Goals may include improving conversational clarity, supporting safe swallowing or enabling participation in specific daily activities. Each plan reflects how the patient functioned prior to the condition and how they are adapting to current needs. Reduced ability to communicate or eat safely can limit participation in family and community interactions. Addressing these functional effects becomes part of the therapeutic process.

Where Coordination Drives Outcomes

A recent case involved a patient receiving voice therapy who had experienced recurring pneumonia over several years. Previous interventions had not identified a contributing factor. At Speech Pathology Solutions, a swallowing study was initiated, targeted exercises were introduced, and care was coordinated with a pulmonologist to address respiratory function.

Following this coordinated approach, the patient experienced improved clinical stability during that period. The outcome reflected the integration of swallowing function, respiratory strength and voice control into a unified plan. Such outcomes reinforce the practice’s whole-person approach, where success is measured by how patients function in daily life.

Extending Care beyond the Clinic

Speech Pathology Solutions has expanded its model to improve access and awareness. Telehealth services were introduced during the COVID-19 period to maintain continuity of care. Home-based services extend support to patients who may have difficulty traveling.

The practice also conducts educational sessions at libraries and senior centers, focusing on conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and aphasia. These sessions are offered free of charge, helping individuals and caregivers recognize when speech therapy may be appropriate. It develops educational resources to address awareness gaps. Many patients do not initially recognize that speech therapy can support swallowing, voice or cognitive challenges. Providing that awareness enables earlier engagement and more consistent care.

Speech Pathology Solutions’ recognition as Top Adult Speech Therapy 2026 reflects a clinical approach focused on supporting function, independence and consistent care delivery. Success is reflected in how patients maintain independence, continue participating in daily activities and remain engaged within their communities.

“We want to optimize their quality of life. That’s our number one goal,” says Sara Brogan, M.S. CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist.