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Shery Seewald, MS/CCC/SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Dr. Shery Seewald is a speech language pathologist practicing in Pine Brook, NJ. Dr. Seewald specializes in speech, language and swallowing disorders in patients. As a speech language pathologist, Dr. Seewald evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with communication and swallowing troubles. These conditions may be due to developmental delay, brain injury, hearing loss, autism, stroke or other diseases and injuries. Dr. Seewald helps patients make sounds and improve their voices through various methods. Speech language pathologists also work with patients to strengthen muscles used to speak and swallow, and work with individuals and families to help cope with their conditions.
Shery Seewald, MS/CCC/SLP
  • Pine Brook, NJ
  • Accepting new patients

My daughter is unable to express her speech clearly. What should I do?

You can model some functional phrases for her and have her imitate them such as “I want a ....” “I have....” use those phrases frequently and give her little reminders to use them READ MORE
You can model some functional phrases for her and have her imitate them such as “I want a ....” “I have....” use those phrases frequently and give her little reminders to use them as well. There are many ways to help her, but I would need to know specifically why she is having trouble. It would probably benefit you and her to have a speech evaluation by a certified speech pathologist.

Why did my child develop a stutter?

That’s difficult to answer. I would advise you to go to a speech therapist.

Why does my daughter get angry when she can't say words?

She is frustrated! Kids who can’t express their wants and needs become very frustrated. Be patient and try to model the words for her. Get down on her eye level so she can see READ MORE
She is frustrated! Kids who can’t express their wants and needs become very frustrated. Be patient and try to model the words for her. Get down on her eye level so she can see your mouth and know that you are listening to her.

Can a damaged tooth affect your speech?

It can, it depends where the tooth is and how long you have had it.

Can difficulty hearing affect your speech?

Yes, absolutely! Please go to an audiologist to check your hearing and determine what type of hearing device might help you.

How do I do speech therapy at home because of covid-19?

Many practices offer virtual therapy and are very successful. We have been treating kiddos online since March ranging in age from 18 months to 18 years of age!

How do I help a child I adopted with speech delays?

Model, model, model and be patient. Read books, use simple phrases and find activities that interest her. Use her interest to teach language.

Are speech issues in children genetic?

They can be genetic. It depends on what it is and how it’s presenting.

What does it mean if my child is wheezing?

You would need to go to a pulmonologist for that.

How can you teach speech therapy at home during the coronavirus?

Virtual teletherapy is great! See if your SLP is offering that

What age should a child see a speech pathologist if not talking?

He should have about 50 words. I would have him evaluated by a speech pathologist

Does high functioning anxiety give you speech issues?

Yes, this is not unusual. You can go to a therapist to learn breathing techniques

Why does my 2 year old struggle to say words with an "s"?

This is age appropriate, /s/ is a later developing sound. However, if you are concerned, you can have him evaluated.

Can missing teeth affect a person's speech?

Yes, it can reduce the clarity

Will a lisp ever go away?

If you are 26, your lisp will not go away. Seek out a speech pathologist

Can missing teeth affect your speech?

Yes, it can impact intelligibility

Will a lisp go away on its own?

If you are 29 and have a lisp, it will not go away on its own

How do I stop having a lisp?

I recommend going to a speech pathologist

What are some online speech therapy programs?

Many speech practices are now offering virtual speech therapy. Feel free to contact either someone in your insurance network or a local SLP