Business Details
14 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Speech Therapy Services in Longwood
Pamela Rowe Speech & Music Therapy has been dedicated to transforming lives through specialized speech and language services since 2012. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in addressing communication and swallowing disorders across all age groups. We employ evidence-based methodologies tailored to individual needs, ensuring personalized care that extends beyond traditional therapy. Our clinical director, Pamela Rowe, holds prestigious certifications from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and Florida's Department of Health Board of Speech Pathology.We maintain strong partnerships with healthcare providers and educators to deliver comprehensive solutions, focusing on long-term improvements in communication, cognitive function, and quality of life. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures clients receive cutting-edge treatments backed by the latest research in speech pathology.
Services
Speech Therapy
Language Disorders
Swallowing Disorders
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 appointment scheduling for urgent needs
- Our therapists maintain ASHA certification and state licensure
- We provide individualized treatment protocols with consistent therapists
- Our clinical director has specialized gerontology training
- We maintain active partnerships with local healthcare providers
Associations and certifications
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Florida Department of Health Board of Speech Pathology
Services
Speech Therapy
Our speech therapy services address articulation disorders, fluency issues, and voice disorders across all age groups. We specialize in treating apraxia, dysarthria, and stuttering through individualized treatment plans. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques to improve speech clarity and communication effectiveness for both children and adults.
Language Disorders
We provide comprehensive treatment for language disorders including aphasia, receptive/expressive language delays, and cognitive-communication disorders. Our interventions focus on improving understanding and use of spoken/written language through structured activities tailored to each patient's developmental stage and specific needs.
Swallowing Disorders
Our specialized swallowing disorder program addresses dysphagia resulting from neurological conditions or developmental delays. We employ clinical techniques to improve oral motor function and swallowing safety, working closely with physicians to develop safe dietary plans and compensatory strategies for patients.
Occupational Therapy
Our occupational therapy services help patients develop or regain essential life skills through targeted interventions. We focus on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living activities using adaptive techniques and specialized equipment to enhance patient independence.
Physical Therapy
We offer physical therapy solutions for mobility issues and motor skill development. Our therapists address balance disorders, muscle weakness, and coordination challenges through customized exercise programs designed to improve functional movement and physical independence in patients of all ages.
People
Pamela Rowe
Clinical Director
Clinical Director Pamela Rowe holds a Master's degree from University of Central Florida and maintains ASHA certification. With over 20 years of experience in speech pathology, she specializes in gerontology and swallowing disorders while overseeing clinical operations.
Karina Garcia
Bilingual Clinical Assistant
Bilingual Clinical Assistant Karina Garcia supports patient care coordination and administrative operations. Fluent in Spanish, she assists with patient intake and therapy session preparation while maintaining clinical documentation standards.
Katelyn Evans
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathologist Katelyn Evans provides direct therapy services specializing in pediatric communication disorders. She implements individualized treatment plans while collaborating with families and educational professionals to support patient progress.
SherryEllen Zappia
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathologist SherryEllen Zappia focuses on adult communication disorders and cognitive rehabilitation. She develops therapeutic interventions for patients recovering from neurological conditions while mentoring junior staff members.
Shea Cullen
Clinical Fellow
Clinical Fellow Shea Cullen delivers evidence-based therapy under supervision while completing certification requirements. She specializes in early childhood language development and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Questions
What age groups do you treat?
We provide services for patients of all ages, from infants through senior citizens, with specialized programs for children, adults, and elderly patients.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with most major insurance providers and can help verify coverage. Contact our billing department for specific insurance plan verification.
Are your therapists certified?
All our speech-language pathologists hold ASHA certification and state licensure, with additional specialized training in various clinical areas.
How are therapy sessions structured?
Sessions are individualized based on patient needs, typically lasting 30-60 minutes with consistent therapist assignments for continuity of care.
Do you offer teletherapy options?
We provide telehealth services for select patients, using secure platforms to deliver remote therapy sessions when appropriate for treatment goals.
What should I bring to the first appointment?
Bring any relevant medical records, previous evaluation reports, and insurance information. Complete our online forms before your appointment to streamline check-in.
