We provide individualized treatment.
Because every child is different.
Because every child is different.
Services Overview.
Evaluation. |
Therapy. |
Education. |
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Hearing Tests Tympanometry Acoustic Reflex Tests Central Auditory Processing Tests Spatialized Noise Test Localization Parent /Teacher Interviews Records Review |
Phonemic Training Phonemic Synthesis and Analysis Speech Understanding in Noise Noise Tolerance Auditory Spatial Processing Localization Short-Term Auditory Memory Working Memory Auditory-Visual-Motor Integration Binaural Integration Binaural Separation Self-Advocacy Skills Effective Communication Strategies Aural Rehabilitation for Hearing Loss |
Lectures Workshops Inservices School Teams Individual Education Plans Section 504 Plans Educational Accommodations Assistive Listening Devices Classroom Observations Consultations IEP Meetings Educational Advocacy |
Our Services.
Evidence-based services are provided in a relaxed, child-friendly, non-clinical environment, where parents and caregivers are encouraged to observe techniques. After school, evening and weekend appointment times are available. With the appropriate treatment plan, most children will significantly improve in their abilities to communicate, pay attention, listen, follow directions and work independently. Therapy outcomes are also evident in academic improvements in reading, math, spelling, writing, reading comprehension, oral reading fluency, and language skills. Parents and children often report greater self-confidence with communication, in school, at home, and in social situations, after therapy.
Intake Interview
A one-hour session with parent(s) or caregiver(s) to obtain complete medical, developmental and educational history information. Children may participate in this session at the parent's discretion. We will discuss your child's strengths and weaknesses.
Diagnostic Evaluation
A comprehensive test battery is administered to the child during this two-hour scheduled session. Testing may be completed in less than two hours, but test times will vary for each child. Short breaks are given in between each subtest, as needed. Preliminary findings may be discussed at the end of the session. A detailed written report is available in 3-4 weeks from the date of the evaluation. The Staggered Spondaic Word (SSW) test is routinely included in the test battery for all children aged 5 years and older. The SSW test, alone, has more than 30 different indicators for auditory processing difficulties; it is an excellent tool for diagnosing young children, as well as, children who may have a mild hearing loss.
Therapy
Individual auditory training is scheduled in 50-60 minute sessions, once a week. Sessions may be scheduled every other week, if necessary, preferably after the first 4-6 sessions have been completed. Therapy is scheduled in "rounds." Round 1 of therapy is 15 sessions. Additional therapy "rounds," if recommended, vary in length for each child, but do not exceed 15 sessions. The therapy modules are chosen based on the results of the diagnostic test findings. Therapy sessions are customized to best fit the needs, preferences, and learning styles of the child. Group sessions may be available. Therapy programs administered by parents or caregivers, with direct support and supervision from a clinical team member, are alternative options to conventional therapy sessions, for some families. Teletherapy services, via video conferencing, are also available.
School Services
We are pleased to accept your invitation to participate in school meetings to advocate for your student. The signs, symptoms and educational impact of auditory processing disorders are reviewed in detail with educational team members. Test results and treatment plan options are discussed. Other educational services include:
For professionals and other groups (schools, community centers, organizations, early intervention, parent support groups, conferences, etc.) interested in auditory processing disorders in children. Presentations are designed for the specific needs and interests of the group. Common topics include:
A one-hour session with parent(s) or caregiver(s) to obtain complete medical, developmental and educational history information. Children may participate in this session at the parent's discretion. We will discuss your child's strengths and weaknesses.
Diagnostic Evaluation
A comprehensive test battery is administered to the child during this two-hour scheduled session. Testing may be completed in less than two hours, but test times will vary for each child. Short breaks are given in between each subtest, as needed. Preliminary findings may be discussed at the end of the session. A detailed written report is available in 3-4 weeks from the date of the evaluation. The Staggered Spondaic Word (SSW) test is routinely included in the test battery for all children aged 5 years and older. The SSW test, alone, has more than 30 different indicators for auditory processing difficulties; it is an excellent tool for diagnosing young children, as well as, children who may have a mild hearing loss.
Therapy
Individual auditory training is scheduled in 50-60 minute sessions, once a week. Sessions may be scheduled every other week, if necessary, preferably after the first 4-6 sessions have been completed. Therapy is scheduled in "rounds." Round 1 of therapy is 15 sessions. Additional therapy "rounds," if recommended, vary in length for each child, but do not exceed 15 sessions. The therapy modules are chosen based on the results of the diagnostic test findings. Therapy sessions are customized to best fit the needs, preferences, and learning styles of the child. Group sessions may be available. Therapy programs administered by parents or caregivers, with direct support and supervision from a clinical team member, are alternative options to conventional therapy sessions, for some families. Teletherapy services, via video conferencing, are also available.
School Services
We are pleased to accept your invitation to participate in school meetings to advocate for your student. The signs, symptoms and educational impact of auditory processing disorders are reviewed in detail with educational team members. Test results and treatment plan options are discussed. Other educational services include:
- ADA Section 504 accommodations
- IEP Advocacy
- Independent Education Evaluations (IEE)
- Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs)
- Inservices
- Workshops
- Professional consultations
For professionals and other groups (schools, community centers, organizations, early intervention, parent support groups, conferences, etc.) interested in auditory processing disorders in children. Presentations are designed for the specific needs and interests of the group. Common topics include:
- Evaluation and Treatment of Auditory Processing Disorders
- Understanding auditory Processing Disorders in School-Aged Children
- The Buffalo Model Approach to Auditory Processing Testing
- The Buffalo Model Approach to Auditory Processing Therapy
- Navigating Auditory Processing Disorders in the School Setting
- Professional Consultations
- General audiology services may be available upon request; please contact us for more information at info@auditoryconnection.com
- We provide a written proposal with a description of the service, business and payment policies, and fees, for each service requested. The accepted proposal serves as consent for service.
- We are "out-of-network" for all health insurance companies. We do not direct bill insurance. Payment is due at the time service is provided. Once payment is received, an itemized invoice is available for you to submit a claim to your insurance company if you desire.