Private Speech Therapy for Children in Roslyn, NY

At Tanya Hefets | Certified Speech Language Pathologist, we provide individualized, boutique speech therapy designed to help children communicate clearly, confidently, and effectively. For more than 25 years, we have supported families throughout Roslyn, NY, and the surrounding Long Island communities with personalized therapy that meets children exactly where they are.

We believe speech therapy should never feel clinical or impersonal. It should feel engaging, supportive, and thoughtfully designed around each child’s strengths. Our concierge-style model allows us to deliver high-quality care in the comfort of your home or school, where children feel safe and ready to learn.

Whether your child needs early intervention, articulation support, language development, or academic reinforcement, we create a plan that is intentional, research-backed, and results-driven.

What We Treat

Speech and language development affects every part of a child’s life—from friendships and classroom participation to reading, writing, and confidence. We work with children experiencing a wide range of communication challenges.

Our speech therapy services address:

  • Articulation and sound production delays
  • Expressive and receptive language challenges
  • Early speech and language delays
  • Social communication skills
  • Pragmatic language development
  • Literacy and reading support
  • Executive functioning and organization
  • Academic enrichment and language-based learning difficulties
  • Myofunctional concerns
  • Motor speech challenges supported through PROMPT techniques

Every therapy plan is customized. We do not follow a generic program. Instead, we carefully assess each child’s communication profile and create measurable, meaningful goals.

Early Intervention Speech Therapy

The early years are critical for communication development. When concerns arise, early support can make a significant difference.

For younger children, our therapy focuses on:

  • Building foundational vocabulary
  • Strengthening listening skills
  • Supporting early literacy readiness
  • Encouraging play-based language development
  • Promoting attention and engagement

We guide families through early developmental decisions with clarity and reassurance. Our goal is not only to improve speech and language skills but also to foster curiosity and a love of learning.

Speech Therapy for School-Age Children

As children enter elementary and middle school, communication demands increase. Strong language skills become essential for reading comprehension, writing, social interactions, and classroom success.

Our school-age therapy sessions may include:

  • Strengthening vocabulary and sentence structure
  • Improving narrative and storytelling skills
  • Enhancing reading comprehension
  • Supporting written expression
  • Developing organizational strategies
  • Building confidence in peer interactions

We create an environment where children feel encouraged to take academic risks. Confidence grows alongside skill development.

PROMPT and Myofunctional Therapy Techniques

We integrate advanced, research-supported techniques to support motor speech and oral function.

PROMPT Therapy

PROMPT (Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets) is a tactile-kinesthetic method that supports children with motor speech challenges. By using structured touch cues, we help guide accurate sound production and improve clarity of speech.

Myofunctional Therapy

Myofunctional therapy addresses oral muscle patterns that may affect speech, breathing, swallowing, and overall development. This approach supports proper tongue placement, oral posture, and functional movement patterns.

By incorporating these techniques into individualized plans, we provide targeted intervention that supports long-term progress.

Our Concierge Therapy Process

We believe therapy should be simple, transparent, and supportive from the very beginning.

Step 1: Complimentary 30-Minute Introduction Call

We begin with a conversation. During this call, we learn about your child’s needs, answer your questions, and determine whether our approach aligns with your goals.

Step 2: In-Home or School-Based Evaluation

Next, we conduct a comprehensive evaluation in a familiar setting. We assess communication skills, learning behaviors, and developmental strengths.

Step 3: Customized Therapy Plan

Based on our findings, we design a personalized therapy plan. Sessions typically occur one to three times per week and last 45 to 60 minutes.

Because we operate as a boutique private practice, we maintain direct communication with families and adjust goals as children progress.

A Holistic, Child-Centered Approach

Communication is connected to emotional regulation, confidence, attention, and academic readiness. That is why we approach speech therapy holistically.

Our sessions support:

  • Social-emotional growth
  • Engagement and attention
  • Literacy and academic skills
  • Confidence and independence
  • Functional communication in real-world settings

We focus not only on correcting sounds or expanding vocabulary, but also on helping children feel capable and understood.

Flexible and Family-Focused Care

Our private practice model allows us to deliver care that fits your family’s schedule and lifestyle.

We offer:

  • In-home therapy sessions
  • School-based support when appropriate
  • Weekday and weekend availability
  • Direct communication with parents
  • Ongoing collaboration with educators and specialists

Families appreciate the consistency and individualized attention we provide. Many children remain with us for years as their needs evolve.