Private articulation therapy for children who are ready to be understood.

Specializing in speech sound disorders for children. Research-based, individualized, and focused on real carryover — not just practice in the room.

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20 YEars

Clinical Experience

/s/, /r/, /l/

Specialist

1:1

INdividual sessions only

BCBS + Private pay

Insurance Accepted

WHAT IT IS

What is articulation therapy?

Articulation therapy helps children learn how to correctly produce speech sounds so they can be understood more easily by others. Clear speech supports confidence, learning, and social connection.

A child may benefit if they:

  • Are difficult to understand compared to peers
  • Substitute, omit, or distort sounds (e.g., "wabbit" for "rabbit")
  • Have a lisp or unclear /s/, /r/, /l/, or sound blends
  • Become frustrated when others don't understand them
  • Have been told they'll "grow out of it" — but haven't

My treatment philosophy:

  • Research-based treatments tailored to each child's individual needs
  • Personal 1:1 sessions to make meaningful progress efficiently
  • Early detection and early treatment — no catching up later
  • Family and caregiver involvement built into the process
  • Carryover into everyday communication — not just session drills

WHY IT'S DIFFERENT

Why choose Speech Therapy Talk?

Private therapy is different from school-based or clinic-based services. Here's what that means for your family.

Freedom

No red tape. I evaluate and design treatment plans around exactly what your child needs — not what a system allows.

Specialization

I specialize in articulation — teaching accurate sound movements and building carryover into everyday communication.

Individualized

No two children are alike. Every client gets a unique plan built around their specific speech patterns and goals.

Small practice

Families work directly with me from evaluation through therapy. Continuity, flexibility, and care that feels human — not corporate.

Services

What's Included

All services are individualized and provided directly by Bridget Giraldo, MS CCC-SLP.

ARTICULATION EVALUATION

Initial assessment

Every assessment includes:

  • Parent interview
  • Formal testing, scoring, and interpretation
  • Written report
  • Treatment plan (if applicable)
  • Family and teacher consultation
INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT SESSIONS

35-40 min therapy 

Includes:

  • 35–40 minutes of treatment
  • 5–10 minute parent consultation (face-to-face or home practice program)
  • Individualized home practice program
  • 6-month progress updates
INITIAL TREATMENT SESSION

For clients with an active IEP

Includes

  • Review of case history form
  • Informal evaluation of progress toward previous goals
  • Creation of new, individualized treatment plan
  • Family and teacher consultation
COACHING SESSION

For parents who want strategy + guidance

Includes:

  • 30-40 min individualized coaching
  • Personalized recommendations and home practice strategies
  • Clear next steps and goal planning
  • Flexible scheduling options
PAYMENT

Insurance & Payment Options

Speech Therapy Talk Services, accepts:

Blue Cross Blue Shield of ILlinois Insurance

Benefits are verified prior to services and claims are billed directly — as simple as possible for families.

Out of Network Provider 

Families receive detailed superbills that may be submitted to their insurance for potential reimbursement.

Private Pay

Clear pricing provided upfront with no hidden fees. Available for families who prefer flexible options without insurance.

FORMAT

In-person + teletherapy

Both options provide the same individualized, evidence-based care — choose what works best for your family.

In-person Sessions 

Available in Elmhurst, IL. Face-to-face support with hands-on guidance, direct interaction, and immediate feedback in a calm, focused setting.

Teletherapy Sessions

Available to families across Illinois via secure online platform. Same individualized care and carryover focus — with added flexibility for busy schedules.

LOCATION

Located in south Elmhurst

Near Oakbrook, IL — close to Route 83 with plenty of parking.

ABOUT

Bridget Giraldo, MS CCC-SLP

Licensed and certified speech-language pathologist and founder of Speech Therapy Talk Services, LLC. Practicing since 2006 in schools, hospitals, preschools, and private practice.

I founded Speech Therapy Talk Services in 2017 to serve children who need intensive, individualized treatment — children who respond well to 1:1 work, who need to supplement school therapy, or whose families want a warm, personalized experience.


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