SAY: Speech therapy is led by a licensed speech therapist, board-certified stuttering specialist, and recipient of the Clinician of the Year Award by the World Stuttering and Cluttering Organization (WSCO).
Speech: The SAY Way!
SAY: Speech was created to support children who stutter and their families by addressing their individual needs and goals for change. We take a holistic view of stuttering, not only to address the observable features of a child’s speech but also their thoughts and feelings related to speaking, which can have a real impact on their confidence, communication skills, and quality of life.
Because stuttering and its impact vary so much from person to person—and even from day to day as a child grows—we embrace a flexible approach to speech therapy that meets each child and family where they are. Drawing on a range of evidence-based therapy approaches and input from the child and family, we tailor therapy to address each family’s priorities and goals!
While your child is our focus, SAY firmly believes that family and community involvement, including parents, siblings, teachers, friends, and others, is an essential ingredient to a successful therapy program. Speech therapy goals and needs vary by age, so SAY offers a targeted approach for pre-school-aged children, school-aged children, and teens.
See what makes SAY: Speech so different.
Learn more about our unique speech therapy approach for pre-school-aged children, and school-aged children and teens.
SAY is proud to be the recipient of a Special Citation from the New York State Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NYSSLHA).
Services
Diagnostic Evaluations
We provide both formal and informal stuttering assessments, examining the observable features of stuttering and the impact stuttering has on each child’s social and emotional well-being and communication.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one speech therapy addresses a child’s individualized communication goals and challenges. Bilingual services are available.
We also offer vital community and support across the US and globally for:
Parents & Caregivers
Ensuring parents and caregivers are empowered and supported is a key to creating a supportive community for our children and teens. We offer a free SAY: Parents program on these Monday nights in 2026: September 14th, October 5th, November 2nd, and December 7th.
Learn more.
Professionals
We are dedicated to supporting speech therapists, teachers, counselors, and other professionals who work with children who stutter. Our goal is to help them better understand stuttering and evidence-based stuttering therapy through presentations, mentorships, and collaboration. Contact Brooke@say.org if you are interested in collaborating with SAY.
Open to all SLPs: Intervision Peer Mentorship Group
Join our free bi-monthly virtual peer mentorship group, where SLPs of all levels of experience gather via Zoom to share and learn from one another through case presentations and breakout discussion groups. Certificates of attendance are provided for 1 professional development hour (PDH) towards your professional certifications. Register for the Peer Mentorship Group.
Fees
At SAY, no child is turned away for financial reasons. SAY offers sliding-scale rates for speech therapy so every family can access the care their child needs based on what they can afford. Please contact Brooke, Director of SAY: Speech at 646.403.3519 or Brooke@SAY.org, who will answer any questions you may have and schedule a consultation, if desired.
Individual speech therapy session
Initial consultation and informal assessment
- Includes evaluation of the child and family consultation.
- Families will receive a diagnosis, collaboration with the clinician to develop a treatment plan, and time for Q&A. Formal speech/language tests, such as expressive/receptive language or articulation tests, are not included.
- Other speech services and events vary in cost. Please let us know if you have questions.
Book your free consultation or contact
Brooke Leiman Edwards, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-SCF
646.403.3519 or Brooke@SAY.org.
Speech therapy can be even more effective when paired with other SAY programs that help build self-esteem, improve communication skills, increase confidence, forge community, and equip young people to take on even bigger challenges in speech therapy!
Camp SAY
Our 2-week, ACA-accredited sleep-away summer camp for young people who stutter, ages 8-18, combines an exceptional traditional camp experience with specialized programs and activities designed to build confidence, improve communication skills, and forge enduring friendships.
The My Stutter Project
This unique online program provides a brave and welcoming space for young people who stutter worldwide, ages 8-18. Through creative workshops, community, and encouragement, participants build confidence, communication, and self-advocacy skills in a space where others truly understand what they’re going through.
SAY: DC
This free weekly creative arts program is offered throughout the school year in Washington, DC, where young people who stutter are supported and encouraged to find their voice. Through the power of listening, artmaking, and connection, participants ages 5-18 come together to create a community of fun, creativity, and imagination.
Letter to Teachers and School Administrators About Stuttering
Download Our Letter
We are pleased to provide a letter from SAY for parents and caregivers to share with teachers, school administrators, activity leaders, coaches, and other important figures in the life of a child who stutters. It provides information about stuttering, listening tips, and other ways to support children who stutter in the classroom and in online learning platforms.
If you’d like a customized version, we are glad to help. Drop us an email at Brooke@say.org anytime!