“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?
13 Answers
Yes, definitely!
An adult can definitely see a speech pathologist. If you are having trouble pronouncing words, search for a speech pathologist who works with either articulation, if the SLP works with kids, or dysarthria if the SLP works with adult clients. Often, you can find SLPs who work with both kids and adults. They will be able to help you pronounce words. Best wishes.
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!
