Metro East Therapy, Inc.

02/27/2026

Today we are going to answer a few FAQ's about our screenings!💬

✨First, let's start with what screenings are not...
Screenings are not evaluations and they do not result in a diagnosis, and you will not receive a report.

✨Now, for what screenings are...
Screenings are a great way to pull back the curtain and see if there is something more worth looking into. They are a great place to start if you have concerns and want to know if further testing is needed.

✨What should I expect at a screening❔
The screening takes about 15-20 minutes and is done in person or over zoom; our diagnosticians (Dr. Block or Meagan Wright) will give a few short assessments (subtests from standardized tests) that allow them to see if your child is at-risk for dyslexia or if other language-based issues present.

How do I get the results ❔
The last few minutes of the screening will be designated for the diagnostician to spend some time discussing the results and next steps with you.

✨✨A quick screening can help us understand how to support them next! It is important to note, a screening doesn't mean something is wrong. It means we get clarity, direction, and a plan!

✨✨Contact us today...
Email Miss Steffany (steffany@metroeasttherapy.com) to inquire about scheduling a screening!

02/25/2026

Last week we told you all about our upcoming summer therapy program.

Have you reserved your spot with Dr. Block for the upcoming consultations on March 14th? This year, we are doing things just a little bit different and THIS is step one! We're excited about this for a variety of reasons, but here are just a few:

✨Meet our amazing, Dr. Block
✨See our office
✨Speak with Dr. Block about your child's struggles & your goals for them
✨Receive a specialized treatment plan specific to your child
✨Reserve your spot
✨Leave with realistic expectations for what is to come

📧 Email Miss Steffany ✨steffany@metroeasttherapy.com✨ today if you have any questions or to book your child’s consultation!

02/24/2026

🍎🏫Winter parent teacher conferences are happening and we are here to help!✏📓

✨✨Did you know...
Halfway through the school year is often when gaps start to show. Especially in reading, spelling, writing, and language skills.

✨✨If your child is showing signs of struggle...
A quick screening can help us understand how to support them next! It is important to note, a screening doesn't mean something is wrong. It means we get clarity, direction, and a plan!

✨✨Contact us today...
Email Miss Steffany (steffany@metroeasttherapy.com) to inquire about scheduling a screening!

02/19/2026

✨ Progress you can see. Growth you can feel. ✨

Check out this before and after that one of Miss Kaitlin's clients shared with her! The photo on the left is a photo taken prior to starting services at Metro East Therapy and the photo on the right is a current photo. Let's all just say it, "WOW!!!"

The truth, this before and after is exactly what hard work and consistency can look like. It didn't happen overnight. It took showing up week after week and putting in the work. And let's not forget our amazing, Kaitlin. Because this also took a dedicated partnership with a skilled speech-language pathologist who believed in the process every step of the way.

Congratulations to our client and Miss Kaitlin. We are so proud of the diligence, determination, and commitment behind this transformation. 💛

Progress is possible — and this is what it looks like.

02/18/2026

☀️Join us for our summer therapy program! 🕶️

It may not feel like it now, but summer break is right around the corner and it’s time to get plans in place!

Summer therapy sessions are great for kiddos who need an extra “boost” within the following areas:
🧠 reading
🧠 writing
🧠 speech
🧠 language
🧠 math

Summer sessions will begin the week of June 1st and end August 7th. This is 10 weeks worth of sessions. Participating in this program is committing to all 10 weeks! Of course, we work around vacations and offer makeups.

🗣️🗣️🗣️NEW THIS YEAR we will kick off the program with a consultation with our owner, Dr. Block. Consultations will take place on March 14th (don’t fret if this date doesn’t work for you, we are happy to work with you). During this consultation you will learn more about our program, receive a treatment plan specific to your child and learn what to expect this summer!

Reminder: we are in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield! Contact your insurance today and verify your speech therapy benefits.

📧 Email Miss Steffany ✨steffany@metroeasttherapy.com✨ today if you have any questions or to book your child’s consultation!

02/12/2026

We love celebrating the wins — big and small — with the families we serve. 🧡

One parent recently shared an update that truly meant the world to our team:

“Our daughter is now reading at grade level and is nearly caught up in math. Even more importantly, her confidence has grown tremendously. She’s excited to get on the bus and go to school, is journaling, reading for fun, and is enjoying the social parts of school again.

With the right diagnosis, thoughtful evaluation, and support navigating accommodations, she now has tools not just to get by — but to thrive. She is even encouraging classmates to keep trying when things feel hard.

Stories like this are why we do what we do. Thank you for trusting Metro East Therapy to be part of your child’s journey. 💚

02/10/2026

Hey Miss Meagan… What is one of your favorite things about teletherapy?

“You never know who will join your session!”

One of our wonderful teletherapy clients lives on a farm and recently introduced us to their baby goat, Ducky. Moments like this are such a special reminder of how teletherapy allows us to meet clients in their real, everyday environments.

And honestly… Ducky was a great listener.

02/05/2026

We are seeking to better understand how schools and districts are implementing the Illinois Dyslexia Handbook. Please help us by completing our survey and sharing this post to reach as many people as possible.

Thanks everyone!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeA6b-cceR_bK7hUcOXx_gxOVEzoKv0mYc03IlRNh65tkgLlQ/viewform

01/30/2026

January can’t escape us without stopping to smell the roses at least once 🌹

⏰This month marks 10 YEARS since we opened our doors. Wow, time is a weird concept isn’t it?!

“When I first started dreaming of opening my own practice, it was because I desperately wanted to work with struggling readers. At that time, having a child diagnosed with dyslexia meant very little resources and support, and I wanted to be a part of something important. So I bravely and naively jumped in. 🤞

I am proud and honored to say that in the last 10 years, I have been able to watch families walk through our door feeling desperate, and leaving feeling empowered. I have spoken at countless conferences, developed an immense amount of PD for my fellow SLP colleagues but also schools, and watched my fellow clinicians blossom.

None of this has been a walk in the park. When you run a business, you’re often in a vulnerable position. I have had to make hard decisions with countless sleepless nights and shed many tears over the stress of decisions, but under no circumstances would I trade this path.

🙏🏼Thank you to the wonderful community who has leaned into my message and allowed me to stay put and thrive. 🙏🏼Thank you to my colleagues who have kept me afloat and pulled me along when I was not feeling my best. 🙏🏼And thank you to my most beautiful and supportive family, who has come along for this insane ride while cheering me along.

What’s in store the next 10 years? I hope more public awareness, bigger growth, and more support for our community. Cheers 🥂 “ - owner, Dr. Maggie Block

01/22/2026

👐Happy New Year Family & Friends! We may be starting a new year (Welcome 2026!!), but we're halfway through the current school year and this is a big milestone!✏️🖍️📖📓

Did you know...

Halfway through the school year is often when gaps start to show. Especially in reading, spelling, writing, and language skills.

If your child is showing signs of struggle, a quick screening can help us understand how to support them next! It is important to note, a screening doesn't mean something is wrong. It means we get clarity, direction, and a plan!

Email Miss Steffany (steffany@metroeasttherapy.com) to inquire about scheduling a screening!

01/14/2026

‼️You know we are on a mission to share more about DLD around here 🗣️

Dr. Pamela Snow: Strengthening Literacy Through Oral Language: Supporting All Learners ,Including the Most Vulnerable – Zoom, Thu Jan 15, 2026 - In this presentation, Professor Pamela Snow examines oral language as the cornerstone ofliteracy development, and a critical protective factor for studen...

12/17/2025

Big congratulations to owner Dr. Block’s doctorate mentor, Dr. Mindy Bridges, who was recently recognized at a KU basketball game ♥️💙