Why us
Committed to helping individuals at every stage of life develop strong and effective communication skills.
At Dolce Therapies, we provide speech therapy services tailored to individuals across different stages of life. Whether your child is just beginning to develop communication skills, your school-aged child is facing language or articulation challenges, or you’re an adult seeking to improve speech and voice abilities, we are here to help. Contact us today to learn how we can support you or your loved one on their speech therapy journey.
Personalized & Compassionate Care
At Dolce Therapies, we understand that every individual has unique communication needs. Our approach is tailored to each client, ensuring therapy is not just effective but also engaging and supportive. Whether your child needs help with early speech development or you’re an adult seeking post-stroke recovery, we create customized treatment plans that focus on real-life progress
Experienced & Certified Speech Therapist
Marie A. Dolce, M.A., CCC-SLP, brings years of experience in speech-language pathology and a passion for helping individuals communicate with confidence. As a certified speech therapist, she stays up to date with the latest research and evidence-based techniques, ensuring that clients receive the highest quality care.
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Early Intervention (Ages 0-3)
Early intervention speech therapy is crucial for young children experiencing speech or language delays. The first few years of life are essential for brain development, and timely speech therapy can help establish strong communication foundations. How We Help: Identifying Speech & Language Delays: Many parents worry when their child isn’t talking as much as their peers. We conduct thorough evaluations to assess receptive and expressive language skills. Parent Coaching & Support: Since caregivers play a key role in language development, we provide guidance on how to encourage communication through daily routines and interactive play. Building Social & Verbal Skills: We use play-based strategies to help children develop sounds, words, and gestures to express their needs and wants. Addressing Feeding & Swallowing Concerns: Some young children experience difficulty with feeding, which can impact oral motor development and speech production. We offer therapy to support safe and effective eating. By starting therapy early, children gain the skills they need to communicate confidently, reducing frustration and fostering better social and emotional development.
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School-Age Speech Therapy (Ages 4-18)
Speech therapy for school-age children is designed to improve language, articulation, and social communication skills. Strong communication abilities are essential for academic success, self-confidence, and positive social interactions. How We Help: Articulation & Pronunciation: Some children struggle with producing certain sounds, which can make speech unclear. Therapy helps them learn proper speech patterns. Language Development: Whether a child has trouble understanding instructions, forming sentences, or telling stories, we provide targeted strategies to strengthen comprehension and expression. Stuttering & Fluency Support: If a child exhibits stuttering or difficulty with fluent speech, we use evidence-based techniques to help improve rhythm and confidence in speaking. Social Communication Skills: Some children, particularly those with autism or social anxiety, need extra support in understanding social cues, turn-taking, and conversational skills. Academic Success & Classroom Confidence: A strong vocabulary and the ability to express thoughts clearly can improve performance in reading, writing, and classroom discussions. Through engaging and interactive sessions, we help school-age children overcome speech and language barriers, setting them up for long-term success.
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Adult Speech Therapy (Ages 18+)
Speech therapy is not just for children—many adults seek support for speech, language, and voice-related concerns. Whether recovering from a neurological condition, managing a voice disorder, or improving articulation for professional settings, adult speech therapy offers personalized solutions. How We Help: Speech Disorders & Voice Therapy: Conditions like dysarthria, apraxia, or voice strain can affect daily communication. Therapy helps strengthen vocal quality, clarity, and endurance. Post-Stroke & Neurological Rehabilitation: Many stroke survivors experience aphasia, a condition affecting language comprehension and expression. We help clients regain speech and communication abilities through structured exercises. Fluency & Public Speaking Support: If an adult experiences stuttering or struggles with professional communication, therapy can improve speech flow, confidence, and articulation. Accent Modification & Pronunciation Clarity: For professionals and non-native English speakers, we offer coaching to enhance speech clarity and ease of communication. Cognitive Communication Therapy: Some adults experience memory, attention, or processing difficulties that impact verbal expression. Therapy can improve cognitive-linguistic skills for better daily interactions. Our goal is to help adults regain independence, communicate effectively, and improve their overall quality of life through tailored therapy programs.