Terlenda Lassiter MA, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist
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Terlenda Lassiter MA, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

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TJ is a speech language pathologist practicing in the TriState Area who specializes in speech, language and swallowing disorders. As a speech language pathologist, TJ 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. 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.

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Female English, Spanish, French
Terlenda Lassiter MA, CCC-SLP
Terlenda Lassiter MA, CCC-SLP's Expert Contributions
  • Why does my son stutter when he's anxious?

    In light of new research, there is still no true known cause for stuttering but nervousness and situations of high verbal demand do play a role in more prominent stuttering events. Is a speech language pathologist following and working with your son? That's a specific question for them. READ MORE

  • What causes adults to develop a stutter?

    There are different medical conditions that can contribute to acquired stuttering. There's not just one cookie cutter answer for that. READ MORE

  • Why do some people have speech delays and others don't?

    Many different medical reasons for that, sometimes it can be underexposure, sometimes it can be neurological, sometimes it can be a viral infection, etc. Too many potential etiologies to have one simple answer. READ MORE

  • Why does the letter "L" affect your tongue more?

    Affect your tongue more than one? Compared with what other consonants are you referring? There's not one general letter that literally everyone has affected in their tongue more at the same time. READ MORE

  • What's speech therapy like for adults?

    It really depends on the speech therapist and on your mother's needs. If she has dysarthria (slurred speech) then she may work on breath control, overarticulation, overexaggerated movements, strategies on enunciation so her words are more clearly understood in known and unknown context, etc. If she has aphasia-where she has difficulty with language, then she'll get exercises to work on that as well. It really looks individualized to the needs of the person. READ MORE

  • How do I continue speech therapy at home after class?

    Ask your speech pathologist to provide you with individual review/practice work. I don't have enough details based on your question to give any further guidance. READ MORE

  • Can a neurologist help with a speech delay?

    A pediatric neurologist is a beneficial interdisciplinary team member in helping determine the cause of a child's issue related to their nervous system. In order for you to understand the degree of severity of your child's speech delay, you need a direct evaluation from a speech language pathologist in your area to determine what is going on. I cannot make a diagnosis without conducting an assessment myself. But early intervention is key, and if you are being told by a medical professional that speech is delayed, you'll want to consult a pediatric speech language pathologist for assessment and intervention as needed. READ MORE

  • What is the treatment for childhood apraxia of speech ?

    You need to consult a speech language pathologist in your area directly in order to get an assessment to determine severity of your child's apraxia of speech. Skilled treatment from a speech language pathologist will be recommended and determined by an assessment. READ MORE

  • How long does hearing loss last after ear infection?

    It depends on the root cause of infection, whether its viral or some other etiology. That prognosis should come from your ENT specialist, audiologist and/or doctor. Especially since there are different types of hearing loss and without an audiogram to review, I cannot give you specific analysis of where she stands at this time. READ MORE

  • When should I be concerned about stuttering?

    The severity of stuttering in your son should be determined with a direct fluency assessment from a speech language pathologist in your area. While some children literally grow out of stuttering behaviors, some can have it persist. Early intervention is key so whether he has a fluency disorder or not, he can still learn to be an effective communicator with the early services of a speech language pathologist. Make sure the one you choose has experience with pediatric stuttering. READ MORE

  • What causes a child to have speech problems?

    "Speech problems" is not specific. There are many etiologies that could cause or contribute to difficulties with speech. You need to ask the doctor for a prescription order for speech therapy evaluation or a referral for a speech pathology consult and you need to get an assessment from a speech language pathologist and work with that professional on your kid's needs. Early intervention is key, so don't stop asking until you get a doctor to write you a referral order for speech therapy evaluation. READ MORE

  • When should a child get speech therapy?

    Early intervention is key. Definitely get yourself a speech therapy evaluation as soon as possible. "Speech problems" is not specific. You need to ask the doctor for a prescription order for speech therapy evaluation or a referral for a speech pathology consult and you need to get an assessment from a speech language pathologist and work with that professional on your kid's needs. Early intervention is key, so don't stop asking until you get a doctor to write you a referral order for speech therapy evaluation. READ MORE

  • How can psychologists help with speech problems?

    You need to see a speech language pathologist. "Speech problems" is not specific. You need to ask the doctor for a prescription order for speech therapy evaluation or a referral for a speech pathology consult and you need to get an assessment from a speech language pathologist and work with that professional on your kids needs. Early intervention is key, so don't stop asking until you get a doctor to write you a referral order for speech therapy evaluation. READ MORE

  • How do you help a teenager with a speech delay?

    Speech delay" is not specific. You need to ask the doctor for a prescription order for speech therapy evaluation or a referral for a speech pathology consult and you need to get an assessment from a speech language pathologist and work with that professional on your teen's needs. Intervention is key to getting strategies to work on the lisp, so don't stop asking until you get a doctor to write you a referral order for speech therapy evaluation. READ MORE

  • What causes an adult to develop a speech delay?

    "Speech delay" is too generalized and your medical history is unknown to me. You need to get an assessment from a neurologist to determine etiology of the acute change in your speech and a referral to a speech language pathologist to get an evaluation. READ MORE

  • Are speech delays and disorders caused in the womb or after birth?

    There are multiple answers for this. Some people can develop birth defects and some people acquire defects later, so it depends on the medical history and other factors. Focus on assessment and intervention with a speech language pathologist to address the speech disorder you mentioned. READ MORE

  • How long does hearing loss last after a cold?

    That is a prognosis that only the physician can give you in person after an examination and thorough knowledge of your medical history. I'm just a medical speech language pathologist. There are too many factors with a cold and with hearing loss to give you a "how long does it last" answer ethically. READ MORE

  • How can I help my 5 year old with speech problems?

    Speech problems" is not specific. You need to ask the doctor for a prescription order for speech therapy evaluation or a referral for a speech pathology consult and you need to get an assessment from a speech language pathologist and work with that professional on your kids needs. Early intervention is key so don't stop asking until you get a doctor to write you a referral order for speech therapy evaluation. READ MORE

  • How do you relax TMJ muscles?

    You need to consult your physician directly for an analysis. Get an evaluation from a dentist who specializes in TMJ and see an orofacial myofunctional therapist for an evaluation. READ MORE

  • Does your tongue cause speech issues?

    There are ways a tongue can contribute to difficulties with speech especially if the frenulum is too short. Your concerns with speech need to be addressed by a speech language pathologist - personal evaluation. I cannot give you such a general answer to a general question without awareness of your medical history. Obtain a speech language pathology evaluation for more clarity on your specific situation. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

dysphagia

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Instructor of "Normal Aging Swallow" University of Delaware Osner Lifelong Learning 6 - 6

Awards

  • McNeil Dysphagia Certification 5 ProCourse 

Professional Memberships

  • American Speech Language Hearing Association  

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