Frequently Asked Questions
About Nina’s Practice
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Nina specializes in adult speech therapy for patients across Palm Beach County and South Florida, including those recovering from stroke, living with progressive neurological conditions, or managing communication and swallowing disorders.
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I offer in-home speech therapy throughout South Florida, including West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and surrounding areas.
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My focus is on in-home therapy within Palm Beach County, and virtual sessions are also available for South Florida residents.
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All therapy is provided by Nina, a licensed and experienced speech-language pathologist serving South Florida.
Insurance & Payment
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Yes. I accept Medicare, secondary insurance, and private pay for patients in Palm Beach County and surrounding areas.
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It’s an additional policy that may cover costs not paid by your primary insurance.
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Yes. I welcome private pay patients from all over South Florida and offer competitive rates.
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Absolutely. We’ll guide you through confirming your coverage and any requirements before starting therapy.
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For Medicare and insurance-covered therapy, yes. For private pay, it depends on your situation.
Stroke Recovery
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I address speech, language, reading, writing, cognitive-communication, and swallowing challenges using evidence-based techniques for patients throughout South Florida.
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Yes. Even long after a stroke, therapy can improve communication and function for patients in Palm Beach County.
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Typically 2–3 times per week at first, adjusted based on progress and goals.
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Yes. I provide dysphagia therapy to make eating and drinking safer.
Aphasia
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Aphasia is a language disorder often caused by stroke or brain injury, affecting speaking, understanding, reading, and writing.
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Yes. With consistent therapy, patients across South Florida often regain significant communication skills.
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Yes. I train loved ones in techniques to support conversation at home.
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Yes. I provide dysphagia therapy to make eating and drinking safer.
Parkinson’s Disease
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I use programs like SPEAKOUT! to improve voice volume, clarity, and facial expression for patients in Palm Beach County and beyond.
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Yes. We use targeted swallowing exercises and safety strategies.
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As soon as changes in speech or swallowing are noticed.
Dementia & Alzheimer’s
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While therapy can’t stop progression, it helps maintain skills and improves quality of life for patients in South Florida.
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Yes. We teach caregivers in Palm Beach County how to communicate more effectively and reduce frustration.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
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Speech clarity, memory, attention, problem-solving, and social communication.
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Yes. Improvement is possible even long after the injury.
ALS & Progressive Diseases
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i focus on maximizing speech for as long as possible, introducing AAC tools when needed.
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Yes. We help select and train patients in South Florida on appropriate AAC devices.
Swallowing Therapy (Dysphagia)
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Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing, which can occur after stroke, with Parkinson’s, or from other conditions.
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With exercises, thermal-tactile stimulation, and safety strategies.
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Yes. Therapy improves muscle coordination and teaches safe eating habits.
Voice Therapy
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Anyone with vocal strain, hoarseness, reduced volume, or other voice changes.
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Yes. I help restore vocal strength and clarity for patients in Palm Beach County.
Speech Production & Articulation
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Yes. I use targeted exercises to improve clarity and articulation.
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Yes. Improvement is possible with consistent therapy in South Florida.
Cognitive-Communication Therapy
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Therapy targeting attention, memory, problem-solving, and organization.
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Patients in Palm Beach County recovering from brain injury, stroke, or living with progressive conditions.
Reading & Writing Therapy
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Yes. I tailor activities to restore or improve literacy skills for patients across South Florida.
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Absolutely. We can focus on real-life tasks for work.
Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)
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Tools and devices that help people communicate when speech is limited.
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Yes. I ensure everyone knows how to use the device effectively.
The Therapy Process
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We conduct an evaluation, discuss your goals, and create a custom plan.
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Usually 45–60 minutes.
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Item desOften within a week once paperwork is complete for patients in Palm Beach County.cription
Results & Expectations
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Many patients in South Florida notice improvement within weeks, though it varies.
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Through reassessments, goal tracking, and patient/family feedback.
Getting Started
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Call me or fill out my online contact form. I’ll verify insurance and set your first visit in Palm Beach County or nearby.
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Please give at least 24 hours’ notice.
Extra Practical Questions
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Yes. I bring everything needed for sessions in South Florida.
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In some cases, yes — depending on your needs and privacy.
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Yes. I have experience working with veterans with speech and swallowing needs in Palm Beach County.
Start Your Speech Therapy Journey.
Complete this quick form and Nina will contact you within 24 hours to discuss your needs.