La Paloma Therapeutics — Speech and Language Therapy / Myofunctional Therapy
Welcome to La Paloma
As a bilingual speech language pathologist with training in orofacial myofunctional disorders I recognize the importance of a client-centered speech therapy experience, which inspires me to create strong and long-lasting bonds with each of my patients. It’s a privilege to serve the community of the Rio Grande Valley by providing quality therapeutic services. We service orofacial myofunctional disorders, swallowing/feeding disorders, along with treatment for language disorders in children and adults .
Sabrina is trained and/or certified in the following:Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Geriatric Feeding and Swallowing MDTP McNeil Dysphagia Therapy ProgramOrofacial Myofunctional Therapy Tethered Oral Ties Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Multicultural Diverse Populations
All patients are evaluated and treated by a Licensed and Certified Speech Language Pathologist with a Master’s degree.
Services
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders
The Care You Deserve
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders are characterized by the abnormal positioning of the tongue at rest , during speech production and/or swallowing. This is also called a “tongue thrust” swallow which may contribute to malocclusion, misarticulation of speech sounds, and/or both. OMD’s may also occur secondary to prolonged oral habits, like thumb/finger sucking. Therapy involves an individualized regimen of exercises to retrain patterns of muscle function which influence dental occlusion, facial shape, chewing, swallowing, speech as well as tongue, lips, jaw and facial resting posture.Hence, promoting proper tongue position, improved breathing, chewing, and swallowing, and articulation. We also provide newborn/infant orofacial assessments to check for tethered oral tissues: like lip ties, tongue tie, and buccal ties that may be affecting latch for breastfeeding success.
Feeding/Swallowing Treatment
Helping You Get Healthy
A swallowing disorder, called dysphagia, is a difficulty or inability to eat or swallow. There are different phases of the swallow. Problems may occur during any phase of the swallow. What happens in the mouth is the oral phase. What happens in the throat is the pharyngeal phase. What happens in the esophagus, is called the esophageal phase. A person can have difficulty in any, or all of the phases of the swallow. If the person can’t eat or drink enough, this will affect their overall nutrition and hydration.
Language Treatment
Taking Care of You
Both children and adults can have speech and language disorders. They can occur as a result of a medical condition , or have no known cause. A stroke can result in aphasia, resulting in a language disorder.
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) defines language as “the comprehension and/or use of a spoke (i.e., listening and speaking), written (i.e., reading and writing), and/or other communication symbol system (e.g., American Sign Language).”
At La Paloma Therapeutics , we treat individuals who experience difficulties with
receptive language ( listening and reading), expressive language (speaking and writing), and pragmatic language (appropriate use and application of language for communicative and social situations). Each program is individualized and specific to the patients needs and concerns .
Articulation/Speech Sound Production Treatment
Taking Care of You
The term “articulation disorder” or “speech sound disorder” is a broad term that refers to any combination of difficulties with the production of speech sounds that can include but are not limited to:Errors producing single speech sounds. Phonological errors producing speech sounds where a pattern of errors is present.Errors with the perception and motor production of speech sounds either due to oral-motor weakness (oral-motor disorder) or due to motor-based difficulties (apraxia).
Fluency (Stuttering) Treatment
The Care You Deserve
Stuttering is a disruption in the flow of speech that is typically accompanied by physical tension, secondary behaviors, avoidance of communication, and/or negative reactions on the part of the speaker.
We Are Here For You
Helping You Get Healthy
The illness/diagnosis of a individual is one of the most difficult things that life can put in your path as a parent or concerned relative.
As a clinician I want both family and patient, to continue to strive for opportunities and never feel isolated .
Because of this, as your therapist at La Paloma Therapeutics PLLC , I will be your rock.
But never forget while as a therapist I can guide your path, you are the most integral part to your loved ones therapy and recovery.
You will build a strong relationship with your loved one , and I will be there every step of the way.
I will coach you and your loved one through outpatient treatment, and together you and your loved one can conquer anything.
Contact Us
Call La Paloma Therapeutics at (956)784-2504 today to make an appointment for a consultation and speak to Sabrina the Owner/Clinician.
Pharr TX , Hidalgo County 78577
USA
956-784-2504
