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Amy Bland

Speech-Language Pathologist

Ms. Amy Bland is a speech language pathologist practicing in Forest Hill, MD - Maryland. Ms. Bland specializes in voice, cognitive, speech, language and swallowing disorders in patients. As a speech language pathologist, Ms. Bland evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with voice, cognition, communication and swallowing troubles. These conditions may be due to functional, organic or neurological voice impairments, brain injury such as concussion, ADHD, stroke, Parkinson's disease or other diseases and injuries. Ms. Bland helps patients learn strategies to 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. Ms. Bland is a certified and licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the states of Maryland and Pennsylvania. She is also a certified LSVT LOUD clinician and specializes in voice disorders. In addition, Ms. Bland offers both teleheath sessions and in-home therapy sessions.
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Amy Bland
  • Forest Hill, MD - Maryland
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What causes puberphonia in some kids?

Hi! Since I’m not a doctor, I’m not truly sure what causes puberphonia, but voice therapy with a Speech Language Pathologist who specializes in voice can be very helpful. Thanks! Amy READ MORE
Hi!

Since I’m not a doctor, I’m not truly sure what causes puberphonia, but voice therapy with a Speech Language Pathologist who specializes in voice can be very helpful.

Thanks!

Amy Bland, MS/CCC-SLP

Is there a cure for stuttering?

While there is no cure, there are many strategies and techniques that can help to minimize the stutter. One technique he may want to try is delayed auditory feedback and working READ MORE
While there is no cure, there are many strategies and techniques that can help to minimize the stutter. One technique he may want to try is delayed auditory feedback and working with a fluency specialist.

My son has delayed speech. Should I take him to a speech language pathologist?

Hello, I would definitely recommend speaking to your child’s pediatrician and asking for a referral to a Speech Language Pathologist so you can receive an objective evaluation. Thanks, Amy READ MORE
Hello,

I would definitely recommend speaking to your child’s pediatrician and asking for a referral to a Speech Language Pathologist so you can receive an objective evaluation.

Thanks,

Amy Bland, MS/CCC-SLP

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

Good morning, I would advise having her examined by her pediatrician and sharing this concern with the doctor. It appears she would benefit from a comprehensive speech and language READ MORE
Good morning,

I would advise having her examined by her pediatrician and sharing this concern with the doctor. It appears she would benefit from a comprehensive speech and language evaluation.

Amy Bland, MS/CCC-SLP

My daughter speaks very loudly, should we visit a speech-language pathologist?

Good evening, Thank you for your question. If you haven’t already, I would recommend having her hearing checked by an audiologist. If that is clear, it might be a good idea READ MORE
Good evening,

Thank you for your question. If you haven’t already, I would recommend having her hearing checked by an audiologist. If that is clear, it might be a good idea to ask your pediatrician for a referral to a speech language pathologist. Is it just vocal volume or does the quality of the voice sound different (hoarse, raspy, rough)? If there are voice changes that are persistent for more than 2 weeks, I would advise being seen by a pediatric otolaryngologist/ENT (Ears, Nose and Throat) doctor.

Thanks,

Amy Bland, MS/CCC-SLP

i have puberohonia (female voice, pitch break, etc)?

Hi! I would recommend trying to find a Speech Language Pathologist who specializes in voice as this clinical presentation works best with both coaching and exercises. Many of us READ MORE
Hi! I would recommend trying to find a Speech Language Pathologist who specializes in voice as this clinical presentation works best with both coaching and exercises. Many of us provide virtual therapy in the stated we are licensed in. You could go to www.asha.org to find a directory if speech Language Pathologists for your home state. Hope that helps!