Speech Zone

Speech Zone A pediatric speech-language therapy center on the UWS in Manhattan, NY.

At Speech Zone, we are dedicated to providing personalized services in order to best serve your child. We provide a fun and supportive environment while giving your child the necessary skills for success. We take great pride in the exceptional quality of our facility, services and knowledgeable and caring staff. Our speech-language pathologists work to ensure that your child is reaching their full

potential. We collaborate with other specialists and related service providers to promote generalization of skills in other settings. We offer comprehensive speech-language evaluations, and work closely with parents and teachers to determine the best approach for your child's therapy needs. Feel free to contact us for a consultation and to schedule an evaluation.

2112 Broadway (between 73rd & 74th Street)
New York, NY 10023
T: (212) 799-1750
F: (212) 799-1815
E: speechzonenyc@gmail.com

It’s Prime Day! 🛍️We’ve rounded up our favorite speech & language tools — perfect for play-based learning at home or in ...
07/09/2025

It’s Prime Day! 🛍️

We’ve rounded up our favorite speech & language tools — perfect for play-based learning at home or in therapy.

From articulation games to toys and books we actually use, these picks are budget-friendly and kid-approved. 🧠💬

👉 Comment ‘PRIME’ for a link to our Amazon picks!

🕒 Hurry — Prime Day deals don’t last long!

☀️ Summer Speech Sessions Are Here! ☀️Make the most of your child’s summer break with fun, focused, and flexible speech ...
06/18/2025

☀️ Summer Speech Sessions Are Here! ☀️

Make the most of your child’s summer break with fun, focused, and flexible speech therapy!

At Speech Zone, we’re offering a variety of summer services to support continued growth and progress — without interrupting the summer fun:

🌟 Individual Therapy Sessions
Personalized one-on-one support to target your child’s specific speech and language goals.

👯‍♂️ Small Group Sessions
A great way to build social communication, turn-taking, and peer interaction in a playful, supportive setting.

🚀 Intensive Summer Programs
Looking for faster progress? Our intensives offer more frequent sessions over a shorter time period, perfect for kids who benefit from a consistent boost in therapy.

Our sessions are:
✔️ Play-based and engaging
✔️ Led by experienced, licensed SLPs
✔️ Flexible to fit your summer schedule

🌈 Let’s make this summer a time for sunshine *and* speech success!

📩 Send us a message or visit speechzonenyc.com to sign up today!

📣👔💙Celebrating all the amazing dads out there — especially the ones who support, encourage, and cheer on their little on...
06/11/2025

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Celebrating all the amazing dads out there — especially the ones who support, encourage, and cheer on their little ones every step of the way. 💬✨

Whether you’re reading bedtime stories, practicing sounds together, or just being there with love and patience — you make a lasting impact. 🧠❤️

👨‍👧‍👦 Here’s to the dads who help their kids find their voice — one word at a time.

Comment “Dad” to receive our recommended books for Father’s Day

👧🧒 Including siblings in speech practice? YES, please! 💬❤️⁠⁠Here are 3 practical ways to make it happen:⁠1️⃣ Parallel pl...
06/04/2025

👧🧒 Including siblings in speech practice? YES, please! 💬❤️⁠

Here are 3 practical ways to make it happen:⁠
1️⃣ Parallel play – set up similar toys so they “play together” while your child practices speech.⁠
2️⃣ Echo games – toddlers LOVE copying! Let them repeat simple sounds or words after you or their sibling.⁠
3️⃣ Sing together – songs with gestures (like “Wheels on the Bus”) are great for building shared language and fun!⁠

👶 Why it’s worth it? Toddlers are natural imitators and including them boosts social bonding, language exposure, and makes practice more playful.⁠

💡 Pro tip: Keep it low-pressure. Even short moments of together-time can support communication growth for both kids!⁠

Some of the BEST language learning happens in the everyday moments. 🧠✨Here are 4 routines that are secretly perfect for ...
05/30/2025

Some of the BEST language learning happens in the everyday moments. 🧠✨

Here are 4 routines that are secretly perfect for speech & language growth:

🪥 Toothbrushing
➡️ Talk about what you see, feel, and do: “Toothpaste on… now brush, brush, brush! Open big!”

🧺 Laundry time
➡️ Label items & use simple categories: “Socks! Shirt! Daddy’s shirt. All clean!”

🍌 Snack time
➡️ Offer choices and model requesting: “Do you want banana or crackers? Banana? Yummm, banana!”

🛁 Bathtime
➡️ Describe actions: “Pour! Splash! Uh-oh, water fell!”

🧡 It’s not about adding more time, it’s about adding more talk. Every little word counts.

👉 Drop a 💬 below if you’ve tried one of these today!

3 Signs Your Toddler Could Benefit from a Speech-Led Class 👶🗣️1️⃣ Few words or not yet using 2-word phrases2️⃣ Frustrate...
05/28/2025

3 Signs Your Toddler Could Benefit from a Speech-Led Class 👶🗣️
1️⃣ Few words or not yet using 2-word phrases
2️⃣ Frustrated when trying to communicate
3️⃣ Difficulty following simple directions

TALKING TOTS is a communication class for toddlers 18–24 months and their caregivers, led by a pediatric speech therapist!

🎵 Play-based learning
💬 Speech & language tips for parents
👩‍👦 Bonding time that boosts talking!

Our 4-week summer session starts June 4 – spots are limited!
📍 Speech Zone| ⏰ 10:30am | 👩‍👧 Ages 18–24 months

DM us or click the link in bio to sign up!


Want a super effective (and free!) way to boost your toddler’s communication? Start by WAITING. ⏸️After you ask a questi...
05/23/2025

Want a super effective (and free!) way to boost your toddler’s communication? Start by WAITING. ⏸️

After you ask a question or make a comment, silently count to 5 (or even 10). It might feel awkward—but here’s what’s happening:

✅ Your toddler is processing what you said
✅ They’re planning a response (gesture, sound, or word)
✅ They’re building confidence to try communicating

When we fill the silence too fast, toddlers miss the chance to respond on their own.

💡 Try it today during snack time, playtime, or reading. You might be surprised what your child does when you give them the space.

“They’ll grow out of it.” Have you heard that before??Let’s set the record straight: when it comes to toddler communicat...
05/22/2025

“They’ll grow out of it.” Have you heard that before??

Let’s set the record straight: when it comes to toddler communication, early support makes all the difference. 💪✨

Swipe through to bust some common myths, and share this post with a parent who might need to hear it.

📚🧸 Best Books for 2–3 Year Olds! 🧸📚At this age, toddlers are learning words, routines, and feelings—and the right books ...
05/19/2025

📚🧸 Best Books for 2–3 Year Olds! 🧸📚

At this age, toddlers are learning words, routines, and feelings—and the right books can turn those discoveries into pure joy! Here are 5 perfect picks for your little one:

✨ The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle – A colorful classic that teaches days, foods, and transformation

✨ We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen – A rhythmic, interactive adventure for active minds

✨ Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems – Hilarious and expressive, with plenty of toddler-approved drama

✨ Llama Llama Red Pajama by Anna Dewdney – A gentle story about separation anxiety and comfort at bedtime

✨ Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell – Lift-the-flap fun and animal surprises make this a hands-on favorite.

👶 These books build early vocabulary, encourage emotional connection, and make story time the best part of the day.

💬 What book does your toddler ask for every night? Drop it below! ⬇️

📚👶 Read, Read, Read! 👶📚Reading aloud to your baby is one of the best things you can do for their speech and language dev...
04/29/2025

📚👶 Read, Read, Read! 👶📚

Reading aloud to your baby is one of the best things you can do for their speech and language development! 📖✨

Here’s how reading benefits your little one:
1️⃣ Vocabulary Building: Hearing words in context helps them learn and remember.
2️⃣ Listening Skills: Your baby learns to focus on sounds and words.
3️⃣ Bonding Time: Reading creates a special bonding moment while nurturing communication skills.
Start with simple picture books and gradually increase complexity as they grow!

Comment your favorite children’s book below!

🌸 Spring Cleaning 🌸If you’ve stepped on one too many LEGOs lately, it might be time for a little toy organization refres...
04/24/2025

🌸 Spring Cleaning 🌸

If you’ve stepped on one too many LEGOs lately, it might be time for a little toy organization refresh!

✨ Toy Organization Tips:

🧺 Rotate the Toys: Keep only a few favorites out and store the rest. This keeps playtime exciting and clutter down!

📦 Clear Bins + Labels: Transparent bins help kids see what’s inside (bonus points for picture labels if they can’t read yet).

🎯 Create “Zones”: Set up play areas by category—like art, pretend play, puzzles—to make cleanup easier and more fun.

💛 Donate What’s Outgrown: Involve your kids in choosing toys to give to others. It teaches kindness and clears space.

✨ Speech Milestones for Your 1-Year-Old! ✨At 12 months, your little one may start babbling and saying their first words ...
04/01/2025

✨ Speech Milestones for Your 1-Year-Old! ✨

At 12 months, your little one may start babbling and saying their first words like “mama” or “dada”! This is a big milestone in their speech development. 👶

Babies often use gestures such as waving, pointing, or nodding to communicate. (insert waving emoji)

At this age, 1 year olds can understand short phrases such as “bye-bye” or “come here” (insert emoji)

💬 Remember, each child develops at their own pace

Should you have any concerns about your child’s communication, click the link in our bio to set up a FREE consultation with us!

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New York, NY

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12127991750

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At Speech Zone, we are dedicated to providing personalized services in order to best serve your child. We provide a fun and supportive environment while giving your child the necessary skills for success. We take great pride in the exceptional quality of our facility, services and knowledgeable and caring staff. Our speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists work closely together to ensure that your child is reaching their full potential. We collaborate with other specialists and related service providers to promote generalization of skills in other settings. At Speech Zone, we offer four private speech rooms ensuring individualized sessions. We have a fully equipped sensory gym that helps children with sensory-motor needs thrive in. Our gym also features areas to work at the table targeting fine-motor skills. There are no more than two children in the gym at any time. We offer comprehensive speech-language and occupational therapy evaluations, and work closely with parents and teachers to determine the best approach for your child's therapy needs. Feel free to contact us for a consultation and to schedule an evaluation. We provide services to all children through the NYC Board of Education Pre-School (CPSE) and Grade-School (CSE). We accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Oxford (Liberty, Freedom & Metro) insurance plans, as well as private pay. 2112 Broadway (between 73rd & 74th Street) New York, NY 10023 T: (212) 799-1750 F: (212) 799-1815 E: speechzonenyc@gmail.com