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Elizabeth Robinson

Speech-Language Pathologist

Elizabeth (Liz) Robinson is a speech-language pathologist practicing in the entire state of Tennessee via telehealth. Liz specializes in speech, language, cognition and swallowing disorders in patients. As a speech-language pathologist, Liz evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with communication and swallowing troubles. These conditions may be due to developmental delay, brain injury, hearing loss, autism, stroke, voice disorders or other neurological conditions and injuries. Liz helps patients improve communication through patient specific treatment plans and always provides a home exercise program. She also works with individuals and families to help cope with their conditions.She has worked for 10 years as an SLP and has recently opened her own private practice, Tele TN Speech Therapy. Tele TN allows the opportunity for patients to receive the speech therapy services they need from the comfort of home! Please visit us online at https://www.teletn.com
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13 years Experience
Elizabeth Robinson
  • Pleasant View, TN
  • Western Kentucky University
  • Accepting new patients

How often should I take my child to speech therapy classes?

Since vowels are part of every word, mispronouncing them can really impact his speech clarity. Depending on the age of your son, I would say 2-3x week is a typical frequency for READ MORE
Since vowels are part of every word, mispronouncing them can really impact his speech clarity. Depending on the age of your son, I would say 2-3x week is a typical frequency for speech therapy. If he is under 2, you may wait a few more months to see if it resolves with home practice. Practice animal sounds, read books and give him lots of examples of correct pronunciations. Our kids are always watching what we do!

I’m pretty sure I have a tic disorder?

This doesn't seem like a speech therapy related issue but definitely something that needs to be addressed. I would discuss it with a school guidance counselor and consider calling READ MORE
This doesn't seem like a speech therapy related issue but definitely something that needs to be addressed. I would discuss it with a school guidance counselor and consider calling your doctor's office and asking to speak with the nurse or leave a message. You can express your concerns over the phone that you may not feel comfortable doing in person with your mom. I hope that helps!

What causes puberphonia in some kids?

My understanding is that puberphonia can have some underlying emotional or psychogenic causes, but I've also heard of cases where that just doesn't seem to be the issue. I wouldn't READ MORE
My understanding is that puberphonia can have some underlying emotional or psychogenic causes, but I've also heard of cases where that just doesn't seem to be the issue. I wouldn't be surprised if there is a hormone imbalance such as low testosterone. Don't quote me on that!
You would be an excellent candidate for voice therapy from a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with adults or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

Do I have dysphonia?

Your first step would be to see an ENT (Otolaryngologist/Ear, Nose, Throat) doctor. That would help us rule out any underlying cause. The ENT can refer you for voice therapy with READ MORE
Your first step would be to see an ENT (Otolaryngologist/Ear, Nose, Throat) doctor. That would help us rule out any underlying cause. The ENT can refer you for voice therapy with a speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with adults or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

Is there a cure for stuttering?

A person who stutters, will always stutter, but can learn strategies to smooth the speech to a point where the average listener doesn't even realize that a stuttering event occurred. READ MORE
A person who stutters, will always stutter, but can learn strategies to smooth the speech to a point where the average listener doesn't even realize that a stuttering event occurred. There are tricks that SLPs teach to reduce the stuttering events and pull out of them easily when they occur.
Your husband would be an excellent candidate for speech therapy from a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with adults or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

Can teeth issues cause difficulty speaking?

I would have to actually hear you speak and have more details, but it is possible to have trouble speaking if there is pain or swelling associated with the gum disease. You may READ MORE
I would have to actually hear you speak and have more details, but it is possible to have trouble speaking if there is pain or swelling associated with the gum disease. You may discuss it with your dentist and primary care doctor. If the root cause can not be corrected, you may consider speech therapy to learn strategies to improve your articulation. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with adults or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

My daughter has somewhat of a his when she talks. How can it be corrected?

It is not too early for speech therapy. Honestly, the younger we work with kids, the easier it is to correct. Otherwise, the misarticulation becomes a habit. Your daughter would READ MORE
It is not too early for speech therapy. Honestly, the younger we work with kids, the easier it is to correct. Otherwise, the misarticulation becomes a habit. Your daughter would be an excellent candidate for speech therapy from a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with kids or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

My voice is extremely low. What can I do to enhance it?

It depends on what is causing the issues. It may be neurological or respiratory related. Or you may just be soft spoken if it has been a lifelong issue. You would be an excellent READ MORE
It depends on what is causing the issues. It may be neurological or respiratory related. Or you may just be soft spoken if it has been a lifelong issue. You would be an excellent candidate for voice therapy from a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with adults or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

Can puberphonia be corrected with speech therapy?

Puberphonia can be treated with laryngeal manipulation and voice exercises provided by a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works READ MORE
Puberphonia can be treated with laryngeal manipulation and voice exercises provided by a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with adults or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

My daughter talks with a lisp. Can this be corrected?

Definitely! And the younger she receives therapy, the easier it will be for her to correct the lisp. We can create misarticulation habits with our speech that need to be addressed READ MORE
Definitely! And the younger she receives therapy, the easier it will be for her to correct the lisp. We can create misarticulation habits with our speech that need to be addressed during childhood if at all possible. She would be an excellent candidate for speech therapy from a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with children or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

Will my mother regain her speech after her stroke?

She will see the most rapid recovery in the first few months following her stroke but can continue to make progress years post-stroke. It may not get back to 100%, but it will READ MORE
She will see the most rapid recovery in the first few months following her stroke but can continue to make progress years post-stroke. It may not get back to 100%, but it will improve with therapy. She would be an excellent candidate for speech therapy from a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with adults or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.

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

Hi! There are definitely some exercises you might consider for lowering your pitch. Most are manual massage and working into your lower register and chest voice. You would be an READ MORE
Hi! There are definitely some exercises you might consider for lowering your pitch. Most are manual massage and working into your lower register and chest voice. You would be an excellent candidate for voice therapy from a certified speech-language pathologist. You may look in your area for an SLP that works with adults or check out my page at www.teletn.com if you live in TN or AL.