{"id":990,"date":"2022-01-12T00:24:20","date_gmt":"2022-01-12T00:24:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stcloudent.fm1.dev\/your-speech-language-pathology-specialist\/"},"modified":"2023-06-19T12:25:19","modified_gmt":"2023-06-19T18:25:19","slug":"speech-language-pathology","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/speech-language-pathology\/","title":{"rendered":"Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What does a speech-language pathologist do?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) evaluate a patient\u2019s speech, language, cognitive, communication and swallowing skills in order to diagnose a speech disorder. 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Early treatment is key to preventing problems down the road so scheduling an appointment at the first sign of trouble is crucial to long-term success.\"\n    }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What do you talk to your speech-language pathologist about?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"After completing the required paperwork, you and your speech-language pathologist will review your medical history and discuss your concerns related to speech, language, social or feeding difficulties.\"\n }\n  }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What tests do SLP complete?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Depending on the age of the patient and the specific concerns, a speech-language pathologist may perform a number of assessments, including play-based activities or more structured tests.\"\n    }\n  }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is involved in a treatment plan?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Personal goals, history and assessment results will be used to craft a custom-made treatment plan with clear objectives and expectations. \"\n }\n}\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile speech\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the role of a Speech-Language Pathologist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A speech-language pathologist is a university-educated, allied health professional that has expertise in the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of communication disorders, voice disorders and swallowing disorders. Speech pathologists often work in a team with other health professionals. They can work in a variety of settings including schools, hospitals, clinics, private practice and many others. Here at St. Cloud ENT, the SLP specializes in voice and swallowing difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our SLP will likely evaluate the following categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The nerves and muscles that are used for communication and swallowing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical ability to swallow and produce speech\/voice&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The rate, rhythm, and articulation of speech&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voice quality&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/request-appointment\/\">Request Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"440\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/iStock-637532270-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1773 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/iStock-637532270-1.jpg 440w, https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/iStock-637532270-1-256x256.jpg 256w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 440px) 100vw, 440px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"site-bio-section speech\"><svg class=\"ov-top-mask\" width=\"1918\" height=\"325\" viewBox=\"0 0 1918 325\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M1918 324.844V0H0C0 0 316.171 138.126 582.393 203.732C1076.4 325.472 1918 324.844 1918 324.844Z\" fill=\"white\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<svg class=\"ov-top-accent\" width=\"1920\" height=\"463\" viewBox=\"0 0 1920 463\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M0 1C0 1 226.331 238.1 809.756 355.306C1393.18 472.512 1920 461.74 1920 461.74\" stroke=\"currentColor\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<div class=\"bio-section-inner-wrapper\"><h2 class=\"bio-list-header\">Meet Our Team<\/h2><div class=\"js-intersect site-bio-list \">\n\t\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/bio\/kari-a-krein\/\" class=\"site-bio-link\"><figure class=\"site-bio-image\" style=\"--i:1\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/kari-krein-300x350-3.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-bio_thumbnail size-bio_thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure><span class=\"site-bio-label\"><span class=\"site-bio-name\">Kari A. Krein<\/span> <span class=\"site-bio-cred\">MS, CCC-SLP<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\t\n\t<\/div><\/div><svg class=\"ov-bottom-mask\" width=\"1922\" height=\"76\" viewBox=\"0 0 1922 76\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M948.5 1C415.5 1 1 76.0001 1 76.0001H1921C1921 76.0001 1481.5 1 948.5 1Z\" fill=\"white\"\/>\n<path d=\"M1 75C1 75 448.5 1 957.5 1C1466.5 1 1921 75 1921 75\" stroke=\"#4CA7FC\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile speech\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"440\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/iStock-1224215486-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1774 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/iStock-1224215486-1.jpg 440w, https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/iStock-1224215486-1-256x256.jpg 256w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 440px) 100vw, 440px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Prepare for a Speech Evaluation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Schedule an Appointment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Early treatment is key to preventing problems down the road so scheduling an appointment at the first sign of trouble is crucial to long-term success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Discuss Your Concerns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing the required paperwork, you and your speech-language pathologist will review your medical history and discuss your concerns related to speech, language, social or feeding difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Complete an Assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the age of the patient and the specific concerns, a speech-language pathologist may perform a number of assessments, including play-based activities or more structured tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Review a Treatment Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal goals, history and assessment results will be used to craft a customized treatment plan with clear objectives and milestones.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every person\u2019s speech needs are unique to them. Our customized treatment plans work with each individual\u2019s comfort and ability levels. Progress goals are determined together and are adjustable. Patient-focused therapy is only an appointment away. Contact our team today to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><p class=\"content-cta\">\r\n<span>Call St. Cloud Ear, Nose &#038; Throat for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/span>\r\n<a href=\"tel:+13202520233\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(320) 252-0233<\/span><\/a>\r\n<svg class=\"content-cta-accent\" width=\"742\" height=\"74\" viewBox=\"0 0 742 74\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path opacity=\"0.5\" d=\"M1 28C1 28 88.2316 51.1442 313.093 62.5852C537.955 74.0261 741 72.9747 741 72.9747\" stroke=\"white\"\/>\n<path opacity=\"0.5\" d=\"M1 1C1 1 88.2316 35.4592 313.093 52.4935C537.955 69.5277 741 67.9623 741 67.9623\" stroke=\"white\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n\r\n<\/p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Prepare for a Speech Evaluation 1. Schedule an Appointment Early treatment is key to preventing problems down the road so scheduling an appointment at the first sign of trouble is crucial to long-term success. 2. 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