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Based in Sterling Heights, MI
WELCOME to
Now we're talking
We provide pediatric speech and language therapy to help our clients become confident and effective communicators. Each child's communication journey is different, so no two therapy sessions ever look the same. Taking an evidence-based and child-led approach, every session is planned with your child's unique needs and interests in mind to keep them engaged in the learning process.
At Now We're Talking we dedicate time to parent education and home program development to facilitate increased communication at home.
individualized therapy services for children and families
Speech therapy
We help children with phonological disorders, articulation disorders, and childhood apraxia of speech to produce clearer speech and develop age-appropriate speech sounds. Our intervention approaches are evidence-based and customized to match your child's underlying speech difficulties. Speech therapy will help your child develop skills such as: • Increased speech intelligibility • Accurate production of age-appropriate sounds • Improved motor planning and sequenced movements of speech • Improved phonological awareness and auditory discrimination You will also likely see an increase in your child's confidence and possibly an even more outgoing personality.
Language therapy
We make language therapy fun, playful and engaging. We create customized treatment plans and utilize your child's interests to address both receptive and expressive language challenges. These might include difficulties following directions, answering questions, expanding their vocabulary, or using age-appropriate grammar and descriptive language. Language therapy will help your child: • Follow directions • Understand and answer questions • Increase their vocabulary and the use of age-appropriate grammar • Develop conversational skills These skills will help your child more effectively participate in conversations as well as improve their ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with family and peers.
autism
We follow your child's lead during therapy. We focus on developing a true connection and increasing shared interactions while supporting sensory needs in order to improve overall communication skills. When appropriate, we also utilize visual supports, including picture boards and speech-generated devices to support communication. Therapy improves a variety of pragmatic functions, including: • Increased variety of words and scripts • Increased use of gestures and use of words, phrases and sentences for a variety of pragmatic functions • Improved language comprehension • Increased engagement, contentment and joy
parent coaching
Parents are an integral part of each child's learning. We provide parent education and coaching to empower you with the tools to support your child’s communication within daily routines. You will receive creative ways to support your child's unique speech and language journey during normal everyday activities like book reading, meal times, playtime, riding in the car, or going to the park or store. When parents get involved in their child’s learning, it also fosters a deeper bond as they learn and grow together.
meet the owner
Aubrey Johnson, M.A., CCC-SLP
Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist
I am a speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience working with children in outpatient clinics and private practice settings. I opened Now We're Talking to provide children and their families with personalized and compassionate therapy that focuses on what really matters: helping kids to improve their confidence and communication skills. I am dedicated to building connections with every child and family I serve and ensuring my clients feel taken care of.​
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As a mom of 3, I have learned first-hand that every child has a unique set of strengths and challenges. When we embrace children for who they are and
focus on developing a strong connection, we can increase their confidence and motivation to try new, hard things. The results we see are amazing.
I graduated with my master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Wayne State University. I am licensed to practice in the state of Michigan, and I have my Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
In my spare time, you'll find me traveling, camping (especially anywhere with a beach), exercising, and spending time with my family and friends.
Getting Started
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Contact us to talk about your concerns, learn about the services we provide, and decide if your child would benefit more from clinic-based or online therapy services.
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Schedule an evaluation where we will discover your child's strengths and challenges and establish a treatment plan to best support them on their journey to becoming a more effective communicator.
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Begin attending in person or online sessions, one to two times weekly, for 30-45 minute sessions to progress toward accomplishing your child's individualized goals.
We currently accept BCBS of Michigan and Humana Military insurance plans.
We can Meet You...
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in our clinic
Our welcoming therapy clinic serves families in Macomb and Oakland counties. Face-to-face interaction is best for building a connection, interacting in play activities, and getting children of all ages engaged
in the learning process.
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online
Teletherapy sessions are convenient and enjoyable. Online sessions are best for middle- and high-school children, and those who have special interests in media (such as videos, digital white boards, and animations). Virtual therapy is also beneficial for the development of literacy skills.
CONNECTION.
The energy that is created between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued.
~ Brené Brown
testimonials
"My 4-year-old son has made remarkable progress since he has been attending speech therapy. There is no doubt that he enjoys each session, as he literally "jumps" into the car to be taken to speech sessions. As parents we feel blessed to have our son's therapy led by Mrs. Aubrey Johnson. There is no doubt about her exceptional skills and professionalism. Mrs. Aubrey is very patient and kind, making the sessions so warm and comfortable for all children."
~ Parent
"Avery was barely speaking when I brought her to see Ms. Melissa last year! Now, Avery is speaking in full sentences and saying some sounds beyond her age abilities! I couldn't be more excited about her progress!
Speech therapy really made a difference!"