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Speech Therapy

Personalized Speech Therapy

  • Are you concerned that your child isn’t talking as much as expected?

  • Do they struggle to express their thoughts, follow directions, or engage with friends?

  • Early intervention in speech and language can make all the difference in building strong communication skills for life.

  • telephone or virtual

    Get expert insight + next steps to support your child’s speech & language—no pressure, just clarity!

    10 min

Get to Know Stories to Speech

Hi, I'm Jess Fernandez MS CCC-SLP, and provide tailored, one-on-one speech-language therapy for young children throughout Millburn-Short Hills, Summit, Chatham, Chatham Township, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Springfield, South Orange, SOMA, Maplewood, and surrounding New Jersey towns.

Research shows that children learn best in familiar, naturalistic settings, which is why I bring therapy to you! Not only is it convenient for you it's effective. Seeing children on "their turf" fosters comfort and encourages your child to communicate with confidence. By integrating therapy into their daily surroundings, children can engage more openly and apply learned skills in real-life situations.

With over 17 years of experience, I specialize in helping young children develop speech, language, and social communication skills in the comfort of their own environment—whether at home, daycare, preschool, or school settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Speech Therapy Services Designed for Your Child’s Success

Every child is unique, and their therapy should be too. My approach is personalized, play-based, and research-backed, with a focus on:

✔ Late Talkers & Early Language Development – Helping children expand their vocabulary, combine words, and express their thoughts.
✔ Articulation & Speech Clarity – Improving sound production and intelligibility so your child can be understood by family, teachers, and peers.
✔ Receptive & Expressive Language Skills – Strengthening your child’s ability to understand and use language effectively.
✔ Social Communication & Pragmatic Language – Supporting interaction skills, conversational turn-taking, and peer engagement.
✔ Parent & Caregiver Coaching – Empowering families with practical strategies to support speech and language growth at home.

Every session is tailored to meet your child's individual strengths and needs, ensuring therapy is engaging, effective, and designed for lasting progress.

👩‍⚕️ Why Choose Me?

As a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and ASHA-certified clinician, I bring:

🗸 17+ years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities.
🗸 Dual state licensure in New Jersey & New York for in-home and school-based services.
🗸 Family-centered approach—empowering parents & caregivers with tools to support their child’s growth.
🗸 Convenient, flexible sessions in your child’s natural environment (home, daycare, or school).

📍 Locations Served

I offer in-person speech therapy in:
🗺️ Millburn-Short Hills, Summit, Chatham, Chatham Township, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Springfield, South Orange, SOMA, Maplewood, and neighboring New Jersey towns.

📌 Looking for Virtual Support? I also offer parent coaching and consultations online, so you can receive expert guidance no matter where you are.

1️⃣ How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?

If your child is not talking as much as expected, struggling to communicate, or having difficulty being understood, speech therapy may be beneficial. If you're unsure, I offer consultations to assess your child’s current abilities and recommend next steps.

2️⃣ What happens during a speech therapy session?

Sessions are play-based and interactive, incorporating games, books, movement, and engaging activities to help children develop speech and language skills in a natural, fun way. Therapy is personalized based on your child’s needs.

3️⃣ How long does therapy take to see progress?

Every child is unique, but consistency is key! Many children show improvement within a few months, while others benefit from longer-term support. I provide regular progress updates and guidance on how to support your child at home.

4️⃣ Do you accept insurance?

At this time, I am an out of network provider, which means that you can submit a superbill to your insurance for any out of network benefits. Most of my clients receive reimbursement, and  I can also guide you on how to check with your provider for your specific reimbursement options.

5️⃣ Do you offer virtual sessions?

Yes! I offer parent coaching and virtual therapy options, making it easy for you to access expert guidance from anywhere. Virtual sessions are great for learning strategies to support your child’s speech and language at home.

6️⃣ What age do you work with?

I specialize in early childhood speech and language development, working with children from toddlerhood through early elementary school years.

7️⃣ How do I get started?

Getting started is simple! Contact me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation, where we’ll discuss your concerns, assess your child’s needs, and determine the best therapy plan.

📧 Email: jess@storiestospeech.com
📞 Call/Text: 347-497-3757

Schedule: Quick Clarity Call Appointment

Let's help your child talk, learn, and connect to write their story of success!

How could I help?

I'd love to hear from you

​In-Person & In-Home Speech Therapy - Millburn, Short Hills, Summit, Chatham, Chatham Township, Madison, Berkley Heights, New Providence, Springfield, South Orange, SOMA, Maplewood

Teletherapy - NY, NJ

Coaching - Virtual

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