Speech & Language Therapy for
Families in the Twin Cities

Talk in the Nest specializes in providing speech and language therapy for late talkers and children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Our convenient services take place online, in your home, or in local outdoor spaces in the Minneapolis metro area.

Evaluations

An evaluation is the first step in the therapy process. We will gain information about your child’s communication strengths and needs through:

  • Parent questionnaires

  • Developmental history forms

  • Observations during play

  • Standardized assessments

The evaluation may look at your child’s speech, language, social communication, narrative and/or auditory development skills. Afterwards, you will receive a written report with findings and recommendations. We will discuss a suggested length and frequency of therapy.

Our Approach to Therapy

At Talk in the Nest, speech therapy looks like play. Each session is individualized and flexible, designed to meet your child’s needs.

We honor all types of minds and respect the unique way that your child processes the world. With a focus on trauma-informed practices and holistic care, our goal is to consider all aspects of your child’s development— social, emotional, sensory, cognitive, and nervous system needs.

Parents and caregivers are an important part of our process. We invest time into supporting you so that you can help your child reach their goals even faster.

Gestalt Language Processor working on language skills during speech therapy in Minneapolis, MN

Language Therapy

Language Delays • Late Talkers • Gestalt Language Processors

Language therapy takes place during your child’s favorite activities! We will focus on your child’s unique talents while building new language skills through play, incorporating toys and routines that they enjoy. Our sessions are full of natural opportunities for connection and communication, allowing your child to:

  • Learn functional, everyday words and phrases

  • Express themselves more clearly

  • Connect with others

  • Reduce frustration and communicate with confidence

Child participating in nature-based speech therapy in Minneapolis, MN

Nature-Based Speech Therapy

Sensory-Rich Play • Trauma-Informed Care

We will work toward your child’s speech or language goals outdoors— in an environment that supports regulation, attention, social-emotional learning, and cognitive development! Activities may include going on a leaf hunt, balancing on logs, reading a nature-themed book, or playing “house” in a stick fort. Nature-based speech therapy will help your child feel regulated and connected as they:

  • Learn to understand and use new vocabulary words

  • Develop stronger social communication skills

  • Improve listening skills

  • Develop clearer speech

Deaf child participating in Auditory Verbal Therapy in Minneapolis, MN

Listening & Spoken Language Therapy

Deaf or Hard of Hearing • Auditory Verbal Therapy

Children with hearing loss speak how they hear, so our sessions ensure that your child has optimal access to sound. In therapy sessions, we may use the “learn to listen sounds”, which are toys to teach auditory concepts, or developmentally appropriate books and games to help your child:

  • Develop listening skills

  • Speak clearly

  • Communicate with confidence

  • Succeed in school alongside hearing peers

Parents are an important part of therapy for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. I coach you to use strategies that support your child’s listening and spoken language skills throughout every day. You will become confident that you can help your child make faster progress!

Parent learning strategies to help their child with speech and language development during online parent coaching

Virtual Parent Coaching

Offered online throughout Minnesota & beyond!

Virtual parent coaching supports you, so that you can support your child in daily life. We will meet on a secure virtual platform and discuss topics that are most important to your family, including:

  • Strategies to support early language development

  • A review of your child’s most recent audiology report and its impact on speech and language development

  • Navigating school-based speech therapy services and advocating for an IEP (Individualized Education Program)

Through virtual parent coaching sessions, you will feel empowered to make decisions about your child’s health and education while helping them make faster progress in therapy!

We Are Accepting New Clients!

Talk in the Nest provides speech and language therapy in your home or at local outdoor spaces in and near Minneapolis. Virtual parent coaching services are available for families outside of the service area.