Resources provided are for informational purposes and are not intended to take the place of a certified speech language pathologist.    Helpful Links There are hundreds of speech and language sites on the internet, but these sites have content targeted to help parents and caregivers specifically. This list is not exhaustive, nor does Having Our Say endorse or assume responsibility for the content on the sites. Resources provided on the internet are for informational purposes and are not intended to take the place of a certified speech language pathologist. speechbuddy.com speechtherapy101.com readingrockets.org pbskids.org asha.org myautism.org speechbloguk.com mommyspeechtherapy.com Puttingwordsinyourmouth.com Testyyettrying.blogspot.com talkingwithtoddlers.com

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Having Our Say provides speech, language, and social skills therapy for children in their home environment. How do I get started: Email Having Our Say at info@havingoursay.org to discuss your concerns. We offer a free initial consultation (15 minute call.) You can also fill out the Contact Us form here and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Do you provide therapy in a clinic?: At Having Our Say we know children learn best in their natural environments, where they spend most of their time. This is why we provide services in the exact place a child will be using their newly acquired skills. We provide in-home, preschool and community-based speech and language therapy in Serving Northern NJ: West Orange, South Orange, Montclair, Bloomfield and surrounding areas. Do you take insurance?: We do not accept insurance. We are an out-of-network service provider. Clients will be provided with a superbill to submit to their insurance company. The superbill will outline services rendered and the amount charged and paid. Please contact us for therapy rates. If you have out-of-network benefits, you may be able to seek reimbursement from your insurance company. Having Our Say makes no guarantees concerning coverage of therapy services. Clients are responsible for checking out-of-network benefits prior to beginning therapy and submitting superbills. FAQs FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Be Seen & Heard® RESOURCES TYPICAL SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT - ASHA IDENTIFY THE SIGNS OF A COMMUNICATION DISORDER FEEDING & SWALLOWING DISORDERS - ASHA CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH ADHD SPEECH & LANGUAGE DISORDERS - ASHA LANGUAGE-BASED LEARNING DISABILITIES (READING, SPELLING, AND WRITING) THE STUTTERING FOUNDATION SPECIAL EDUCATION GUIDE Resources

Shontaye Glover, M.S., CCC-SLP, speech & language therapist. My experience includes assessment and treatment of children with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, TBI, cerebral palsy, cognitive deficits, genetic syndromes, auditory impairments, social communication disorders, and motor speech disorders. CONTACT SHONTAYE Shontaye Glover Jones MS, CCC-SLP Hey, I'm Shontaye! Years ago I realized there was a gap between what the experts know and what parents need to know. A post on my social media page about the benefits of play uncovered that many parents and caregivers didn't realize how they could help enhance their children's language development. "Having Our Say" was birthed from that post. I set myself on a mission to close that gap one blog post at a time. Since then, Having Our Say has evolved into much more, but never forgetting my commitment to educating families. In addition to providing culturally responsive and effective intervention, I am also extremely passionate and intentional about using books and materials that are inclusive and represent every child. Every child deserves to feel represented and seen. My commitment to increasing diversity in children's literature led to my own picture books - Liam’s First Cut and The Season of Yes! . For more information about my work as an author, visit: www.tayejones.com Learning should be fun and children learn best through play! Our clinicians are neuro-affirming and incorporate a child-led approach to developing strong foundations at an early age to help children develop lifelong skills. HOS on IG

Having Our Say provides individualized therapy & family coaching for: Articulation & Speech Sound Disorders, Language Delays & Disorders Childhood, Early Intervention, Apraxia of Speech. Social Skills / Pragmatics, Cognitive Delays​ Having Our Say provides mobile speech and language therapy services to children and their caregivers, which is not only convenient but also allows children to practice and learn skills in their natural environment. With a deep understanding of the role families play in their children’s progress, we work to provide the highest quality therapy and resources to empower parents and caregivers with tools to ensure ongoing success. Serving Northern NJ: Fort Lee, Edgewater, Cliffside Park, Palisades Park, Maplewood, West Orange and South Orange. THERAPY SERVICES Be Seen & Heard® Thearpy Services Therapy sessions are scheduled for 30-45 minutes and frequency is determined based on the need of each individual and as a team with the family. Therapy is at home (or school) and we always invite families to be an active member of the team and therapy sessions. Articulation & Speech Sound Disorders Language Delays and Disorders Early Intervention Social Skills / Pragmatics Cognitive Delays Individualized Therapy & Family Coaching for: Evaluations Comprehensive Evaluations for: Receptive & Expressive Communication Skills Phonological & Articulation Development Social Communication Skills Evaluations include both standardized test measures, as well as parent and client interview, file reviews from previous testing or therapy, screenings, language samples, and home and/or school observations Following the evaluation, you will receive a comprehensive report with the evaluation results, summary, and recommendations. We will use the evaluation to guide the development of a personalized therapy plan, goals, and objectives. Contact Us

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Having Our Say provides individualized therapy & family coaching for: Articulation & Speech Sound Disorders, Language Delays & Disorders Childhood, Early Intervention, Apraxia of Speech. Social Skills / Pragmatics, Cognitive Delays​ Be Seen & Heard® PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Our founder Shontaye offers a variety of in person or virtual presentations for parents, caregivers, and professionals. Presentations and courses are customized to meet the needs of your audience. Please read below to see how Having Our Say can be a resource to your organization. PARENT COACHING Having Our Say is dedicated to providing resources and education to help parents and caregivers enhance language skills in their children. Our parent workshops provide opportunities to discuss topics such as language acquisition, language milestones, recognizing the signs of communication delays, choosing the right toys and books to build language. We also assist with understanding the special education process, understanding your rights, and advocating for appropriate school services. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Course offerings for speech language pathologist, educators, and other professionals are available. Preschool and daycare trainings are designed to provide teachers and staff with an understanding of language development. We also outline how to identify signs of communication disorders to help educators recognize when to make appropriate referrals. CONTACT US FOR PRICING WHAT ORGANIZERS SAY "Shontaye is not only an amazing SLP but a talented presenter and author. I was able to recently collaborate with Shontaye for an online conference, SLP Summit. From the beginning, Shontaye's communication style, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines was very much appreciated. Shontaye currently has approximately 20,000 people enrolled in her SLP Summit course, who on average have about 65 students on their caseloads. Therefore, she is directly and positively impacting about 1.3 million children as a result of this one presentation. I highly recommend Shontaye and am looking forward to collaborating with her on future projects!" — Lisa K, Co-Founder SLP Toolkit

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I wanted to create a space to empower parents and caregivers with tools to help their children. Working with children is my passion. About Having Our Say Meet Shontaye Having Our Say is a private practice providing assessments and intervention services for children. I provide home-based services to families, which is convenient and allows children to practice skills and learn in their natural environment. I cannot be everywhere so I wanted to also create a virtual space to empower parents and caregivers with tools to help their children. Working with children is my passion and making changes in their lives brings me joy! I am a proud alumnus of Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD (Go Bears!) and received my Masters of Science degree in Communication Disorders from William Paterson University in my home state of New Jersey. My career as an SLP began in a hospital setting, where I worked with adults and children. Since that time, I have become a wife and mother to two beautiful daughters and transitioned into the public school and private practice settings. My experience includes assessment and treatment of children and adults with various diagnoses and disorders. I am ASHA-certified (since 2002) and licensed to practice in New Jersey and New York. Over the years, I have treated wonderful adults, but my joy is working with children and their families. My practice was birthed from that passion. With this site I hope to extend my reach and provide tips to parents and caregivers to help their children’s language skills develop, grow, and thrive! My hope is that Having Our Say becomes a place where parents can come to gain information as well as a place to ask questions and have their say too.