Business Details
45 Years
experience
Expert Telehealth Speech Therapy in Asheville
Asheville Speech Therapy has provided expert speech-language pathology services since 1981, specializing in treating the root causes of speech, swallowing, and breathing disorders. Founded by Janet Bennett, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, our practice combines over 40 years of clinical experience with personalized telehealth solutions for pediatric and adult clients. We focus on conditions like tongue thrust, voice disorders, and oral motor dysfunctions, offering evidence-based treatments that address underlying physiological causes rather than temporary symptom relief. Our approach emphasizes patient education, customized treatment plans, and collaboration with referring healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care. With a commitment to innovation, we developed proprietary 7-week myofunctional therapy programs that deliver measurable improvements in speech clarity, sleep quality, and dental alignment.Our telehealth platform eliminates travel barriers while maintaining the same clinical rigor as in-person sessions. We accept out-of-network insurance and private payments, making specialized care accessible to Buncombe County residents and beyond. Our track record of success, supported by numerous patient testimonials, demonstrates our ability to resolve chronic conditions like snoring, lisping, and TMJ pain through non-invasive methods. By prioritizing cause-specific treatments, we help patients achieve lasting improvements in communication, respiratory function, and overall quality of life.
Services
Speech Therapy
Tongue Thrust Treatment
Voice Disorders
Swallowing Disorders
Lisping Correction
Mouth Breathing Solutions
Snoring Relief
Telehealth Appointments
Pediatric Speech Therapy
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized experience in treating tongue thrust and oral motor disorders
- Our proprietary 7-week myofunctional therapy program delivers measurable results
- Telehealth appointments eliminate travel while maintaining clinical effectiveness
- We accept out-of-network insurance and private payments for flexible access
- Our cause-specific treatments resolve chronic conditions like snoring and lisping
What people say
Life-changing improvements
Effective tongue thrust treatment
Compassionate care
Improved speech and sleep
Highly recommend
Services
Tongue Thrust Treatment
Our specialized program corrects improper tongue positioning and swallowing patterns that cause dental misalignment and speech issues. Through targeted exercises, patients learn proper tongue rest posture and swallowing mechanics to prevent orthodontic relapse. This non-invasive treatment works by retraining muscle memory through daily practice and behavioral modification techniques.
Voice Disorders
We address hoarseness, chronic coughing, and vocal fatigue through breathing retraining and vocal cord strengthening exercises. Treatment focuses on eliminating mouth breathing habits that strain vocal cords while improving nasal breathing patterns for healthier voice production and reduced throat irritation.
Swallowing Disorders
Our approach corrects improper swallowing mechanics by strengthening tongue muscles and retraining coordination patterns. Patients learn techniques to improve food bolus control and prevent aspiration while addressing underlying causes like weak oral musculature or improper tongue positioning.
Snoring Relief
This program targets the root causes of snoring through tongue muscle strengthening and nasal breathing retraining. Patients develop proper tongue positioning during sleep to maintain airway patency, reducing or eliminating snoring through consistent daily practice of specific myofunctional exercises.
Telehealth Speech Therapy
Our telehealth platform delivers the same clinical effectiveness as in-person sessions through interactive video conferencing. Patients receive personalized instruction and real-time feedback on exercises while eliminating travel time and costs, making therapy accessible from any location with internet connectivity.
People
Janet Bennett
Owner & Speech Pathologist
Janet Bennett, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, has specialized in speech-language pathology for over 40 years. She focuses on tongue thrust correction, voice disorders, and myofunctional therapy, developing proprietary treatment programs used by practitioners worldwide. Her clinical expertise spans pediatric and adult populations.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in tongue thrust, voice disorders, lisping, mouth breathing, swallowing difficulties, and sleep-related breathing issues like snoring.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, all therapy sessions are conducted via secure Zoom video conferencing for convenient, effective care from any location.
How long are your treatment programs?
Our signature myofunctional therapy program typically lasts 7 weeks with daily exercises and weekly virtual check-ins.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept out-of-network insurance plans but do not participate in Medicaid, Medicare, or direct billing arrangements.
What ages do you treat?
We work with patients of all ages, from children as young as 4 through senior adults, adapting techniques to developmental needs.
Can you help with orthodontic relapse prevention?
Yes, our tongue thrust correction program specifically addresses muscle patterns that cause teeth misalignment after braces.
Reviews (5)
Katie Toth
Dec 26, 2020
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Before my son even started I knew this place was going to be great. Janet worked with my insurance for hours figuring out exactly what was needed in order to get his therapy covered. He saw therapist Julie for only about 8 sessions before the virus hit and what a difference those few sessions made. She helped him and also taught us things we can do at home to enable his communication skills. Before my son spoke mostly in phrases he had memorized but now he's using his imagination and telling us great stories. His tantrums have gone down a lot now that he is able to better communicate his needs
Sue Lerner
Dec 11, 2020
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Janet's exercises were easy to follow and resulted in better swallowing and more awareness of the position of my tongue. Lisping is very much reduced too. As a senior citizen, I was surprised how quickly this occurred.!
Knitting Netty
Oct 12, 2020
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I saw a dramatic improvement in my symptoms from my very first visit, and more than a year later, my voice is stronger than ever.
Janet is a lovely person and a terrific therapist. She is professional, smart, kind, compassionate, and funny.
Diagnosed with muscle tension dysphonia, I started to lose my voice again after five months of recovery. I enjoyed working with Janet and found her treatment plan to be easy, effective, and affordable. In addition to my voice returning, I also noticed I was experiencing better sleep and having less leg pain - something that had plagued me for more than 50
Janet is a lovely person and a terrific therapist. She is professional, smart, kind, compassionate, and funny.
Diagnosed with muscle tension dysphonia, I started to lose my voice again after five months of recovery. I enjoyed working with Janet and found her treatment plan to be easy, effective, and affordable. In addition to my voice returning, I also noticed I was experiencing better sleep and having less leg pain - something that had plagued me for more than 50
Tiffany Grindstaff
Jan 02, 2017
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My son has autism and he has been with Asheville Speech since he was a toddler, and he is 15 years old now. We recently had some trouble with our insurance and we thought that we were going to have to stop therapy. Janet Bennet (who I think is the sweetest and most caring person that I know) researched and found a grant to help us out! We were so greatfull!! His therapist Amy Harter has done such a great job with him. He has progressed so much not only just with his speech but, also with his reading,puntuation. and comprehension. I would recommend Asheville Speech to anyone! You will be well satisfied
Kat Davies
Dec 16, 2016
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My son saw Julie. When he started at age three he had a very small vocabulary, in less than a year he was using small sentences. It was an amazing experience. The therapists really work with you and your schedule. They care about the development of your child. I was very impressed with every aspect of their business!
