Business Details
Expert Speech Therapy Services in NYC & Northern NJ
LG Speech Therapy is a dedicated provider of speech, language, and social skills therapy serving New York City and Northern New Jersey. Founded by Lizzie Gavin, a certified speech-language pathologist, the practice specializes in evidence-based interventions for children and adults with communication challenges. Our team employs cutting-edge techniques like Social Thinking, PROMPT, and Self-Regulated Strategy Development to address articulation, language disorders, and social cognitive deficits. We offer flexible service delivery models, including in-home, in-office, in-school, and teletherapy sessions, ensuring accessibility for clients across diverse settings. Our collaborative approach emphasizes parent and caregiver involvement through weekly updates and tailored strategies for skill carryover.With locations in Hoboken, Millburn, and Manhattan, we provide personalized therapy plans designed to meet individual needs while fostering academic and social success. Our clinicians hold advanced degrees and certifications from leading institutions, including ASHA and TSSLD, and maintain expertise in treating conditions such as autism, apraxia, and aphasia. By integrating play-based therapy for young children and specialized writing instruction for older students, we address communication challenges across the lifespan. The recent expansion of our office network reflects our commitment to making high-quality speech therapy accessible to more families in the region.
Services
Speech and Language Therapy
Social Skills Treatment
Play-Based Therapy
Reading and Writing Treatment
Teletherapy Services
Aphasia Rehabilitation
PROMPT Therapy
Writing Instruction
Parent Workshops
School Screenings
Highlights and features
- We offer team-oriented therapy with weekly caregiver collaboration
- Our clinicians are trained in cutting-edge techniques like Social Thinking
- We provide flexible service delivery in-home, in-office, or online
- Our therapists hold ASHA and TSSLD certifications with advanced degrees
- We specialize in treating complex conditions including autism and apraxia
Associations and certifications
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
What people say
Personalized therapy
Collaborative approach
Evidence-based techniques
Experienced therapists
Positive outcomes
Services
Speech and Language Therapy
Individualized treatment for speech and language disorders using evidence-based techniques. Our ASHA-certified therapists address articulation, receptive/expressive language delays, and phonological disorders through structured sessions. We incorporate play-based methods for young children and academic-focused interventions for older students, with options for in-home, in-office, or teletherapy delivery.
Social Skills Treatment
Specialized programs using Social Thinking methodology to develop social cognition and communication skills. We help clients aged 4-20 understand social cues, build friendships, and improve conversational abilities through group sessions and individualized instruction. Our approach integrates academic applications like reading comprehension and written expression.
Play-Based Therapy
Developmentally appropriate intervention for children under 5 focusing on speech-language development through play. We target expressive/receptive language while building perspective-taking and problem-solving skills in a low-pressure environment. Sessions incorporate pretend play to prepare children for classroom success.
Reading and Writing Treatment
Structured literacy programs using SPELL-Links and Self-Regulated Strategy Development models. We address phonological awareness, decoding, comprehension, and writing organization for children with language-based learning disabilities. Our approach connects speech sounds to print patterns for improved reading/writing outcomes.
Teletherapy Services
Live-video speech therapy sessions for clients aged 4+ offering flexible access to care. Our teletherapy platform maintains clinical effectiveness while eliminating geographic barriers. Services include speech-language therapy, social skills training, and writing instruction through interactive digital tools.
People
Lizzie Gavin
Founder and Head Clinician
ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist specializing in social communication disorders. Holds MS from CUNY Hunter College and TSSLD certification. Expert in Social Thinking curriculum with experience treating language delays and learning challenges.
Simone Katz
Speech-Language Pathologist
Experienced treating speech disorders in public schools. Specializes in autism, Down syndrome, and language-based learning disabilities. Holds MS from Southern Connecticut State University and ASHA certification.
Elana Hasin
Speech-Language Pathologist
PROMPT-trained therapist with expertise in articulation disorders and social skills training. Holds MS from Long Island University and experience working with diverse pediatric populations.
Meghan O'Grady
Speech-Language Pathologist
Specializes in early childhood communication disorders. Social Thinking Clinical Training Level 1 certified. Holds MS from CUNY Hunter College and experience with preschool through adolescent populations.
Jennifer Sparano
Speech-Language Pathologist
Experienced in special education settings with expertise in feeding disorders and AAC systems. Holds MS from New York Medical College and TSSLD certification for working with autism and cerebral palsy.
Questions
What services does LG Speech Therapy offer?
We provide speech-language therapy, social skills groups, play-based therapy, reading/writing treatment, teletherapy, PROMPT therapy, and aphasia rehabilitation for children and adults.
Do you offer in-home therapy sessions?
Yes, our therapists provide in-home services in Manhattan, Hoboken, and Essex County, New Jersey, with options for in-office and teletherapy sessions.
What areas do you serve?
We serve New York City, Hoboken, Millburn, Short Hills, Maplewood, South Orange, and surrounding areas in Northern New Jersey.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, check, and electronic payments, which are due at the time of service.
Are your therapists certified?
All clinicians hold ASHA certification and state licenses, with specialized training in Social Thinking, PROMPT, and evidence-based literacy interventions.
Reviews (5)
Geneva Vasquez
Aug 14, 2020
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Lizzie has been working with my daughter for over a year now and I have to say I am amazed and pleased with all she has done and continues to do! She is an expert in her field and has been a key part in my daughters academic and social growth! She understands and connects with my daughter in a professional, compassionate and kind manner. She truly loves her students and what she does! I highly recommend her!
Patrick McLaughlin
Aug 06, 2020
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The experience with LIzzie for both me and my daughter has been transformative by all measures. My daughter found Lizzie's style to be engaging, focused and full of purpose. It merits noting that my daughter respected Lizzie's role as the coach, teacher and mentor during all sessions. For me, I find LIzzie to be uber-professional, beyond qualified and excellent with time management. That includes not only ensuring sessions began and ended as agreed upon, but is also includes her timely and detailed progress reports which are highly valued. My daughter made specific and measurable gains with her
Tracey Johnston
Jul 09, 2020
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Lizzie did an amazing job helping my son improve his writing and communication skills. She gave him very clear assignments and helpful tools to help him organize and plan his work. She was reliable, professional and very easy to communicate with. I highly recommend LG Speech Therapy!
Joshua Libling
Jan 25, 2020
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Lizzie made a major difference for my 4 year old. We were extremely happy not only with the speed of her progress, but also with Lizzie's professionalism in providing an honest evaluation of what she thought was worth attempting to correct and what was not. The improvement made our youngest happier at school and more confident and, as a bonus, she actively enjoyed the sessions with Lizzie. Highly recommended.
Sharon Berger
Sep 13, 2019
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Lizzie is professional, kind and very attentive to both the child's needs and the parents' concerns. She is very understanding and supportive, always eager to find the best way to get to the child!
