“Can an adult see a speech pathologist?”
I am a 36 year old female that has trouble pronouncing certain words and letters. Can an adult see a speech pathologist? Or is it only for children?
11 Answers
Speech-language pathologists can work with anyone at any age. Contact asha.org for more information.
Yes! I know SLPs that focus their practice on working with older teens and adults with speech sound concerns.
Absolutely. I have several adult clients seeking treatment for speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and myofunctional therapy. :)
Yes! An adult can absolutely see a Speech Language Pathologist! Speech Language Pathologists are trained to work with individuals ranging from birth to geriatrics. :)
Yes adults can see a speech pathologist. I only treat adults, I further specialize in geriatrics.
Yes, an adult can absolutely see a speech therapist. Speech therapists provide therapy to people of all ages with various communication problems.
Yes, speech therapy applies to adults as well
I would absolutely encourage you to see a speech pathologist. My caseload varies from infants to my oldest patient being 103.
Absolutely! Speech Pathology services are for all ages. Get a referral from your PCP for a Speech and Language evaluation.
Speech therapy can be for ANY age. You will have to seek out a clinic that sees adults which sometimes may be a little harder to find depending on your area, but YES adults can receive therapy.
Terlenda Lassiter
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech language pathologists treat all ages. There are some specially trained to work with children, some with adults, and some with both. But in general, to become a nationally certified clinician, you must gain experience from cradle to grave. Yes, an SLP can work with an adult. Find a local SLP center, private practice, or outpatient center to request an evaluation. Have your insurance information handy!
