Genevieve Richardson
Speech-Language Pathologist
Telehealth Austin TX, 78737About
Dr. Genevieve Richardson is a speech language pathologist practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Richardson specializes in speech, language and swallowing disorders in patients. As a speech language pathologist, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson 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.
Board Certification
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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Is stuttering a speech disability?
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), an individual with a disability experiences significant limitations in one or more major life activities due to a physical or mental impairment. Specifically, for individuals who stutter, the ADA recognizes that substantial limitations in the crucial life activity of speaking may qualify them as having a disability. This recognition is crucial, as it encompasses not only the physical challenges posed by stuttering but also addresses societal prejudices and misconceptions about disabilities, which can be equally disabling. It's important to understand that perceptions and discrimination based = READ MORE
My daughter can't pronounce some letters. How can I help her?
At six years old, I assume she is already in school? She should have been screened by her teacher and a speech pathologist, especially if she has a lisp. In some children, some sounds don't develop until later in their development, but speech therapy is necessary to improve a lisp. A speech pathologist has the knowledge and experience to help your daughter. If she has yet to see the speech pathologist at her school, you can request an evaluation through the special education department of your school district. You can also seek an evaluation and treatment with a speech pathology clinic outside the school district. Google "speech pathology for a lisp + your town + state." When you call a clinic, be sure to ask for a clinician who is experienced in the treatment of a lisp. Best wishes! READ MORE
Can speech therapy help with autism?
Yes, speech therapy can help her. I would have you consider finding a speech pathologist specializing in autism so that you maximize progress. Finding a specialist is key. READ MORE
How can a speech pathologist help my son?
A speech pathologist is a specialist in articulation, the motor movement of the mouth to produce sounds, syllables, words, etc.). She understands the anatomy and physiology of speech production and can train your son how to produce these sounds. Best wishes! READ MORE
Can hearing loss from infection affect speech?
Yes, ear infections can impact speech. Babies need their hearing to learn about their environment and about speech. Think of a baby as a sponge, absorbing everything around them. In general, an infection in the ear can be a build of of mucous that block the transmission of sounds, Think of it like trying to hear underwater. See your pediatrician to address the ear infection(s). Best wishes. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Clinical Supervisor UT Health Communication Sciences San Antonio 2022 - Present
Professional Memberships
- LSVT LOUD®
Professional Affiliations
- American Speech Language Hearing Association
Awards
- ASHA ACE Award for Continuing Education
Teaching and speaking
- Texas Speech Language Hearing Association -- Masterclass Aphasia + Telepractice, Case Management Society of America, California Chapter, UT Health San Antonio, Medical Speech-Language Pathology Council of California, Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast
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