Parkinson's Voice, Speech and Swallowing Therapy in Seattle

At NeuroRehab SLP, we provide specialized speech, swallowing, and cognitive therapy for people living with Parkinson's disease. We offer limited in-person sessions in the North Seattle area, and Telehealth across Washington State.

Our goal is simple: to help you stay connected to the people, activities and goals that matter most, by strengthening your communication and swallowing.

We are certified in both SPEAK OUT!® and LSVT LOUD® evidence-based programs.

Parkinson's can affect the muscles and brain networks involved in speaking, thinking, and swallowing. These changes often develop gradually and may impact everyday communication, eating, and social participation.

• Speaking more softly or being asked to repeat yourself
• Voice fatigue or difficulty projecting your voice
• Faster speech that is difficult for others to understand

• Coughing or choking during meals
• Food or pills feeling difficult to swallow, sensation of something "stuck in your throat"
• Concerns about weight loss, dehydration, or aspiration

• Word-finding difficulties
• Slower thinking or processing
• Changes in attention, memory, planning, organization, or decision-making

If so, specialized and holistic speech therapy may be indicated.

We offer both SPEAK OUT!® and LSVT LOUD®, internationally recognized treatment programs designed to improve vocal loudness, speech clarity, swallow safety, and overall communication.

We partner with you to tailor treatment recommendations to your goals, strengths, and needs.

While improving loudness is important, communication involves much more than volume.

Our holistic approach may address:

• Voice and speech clarity, poise and confidence
• Swallowing safety and efficiency
• Cognitive-communication skills
• Personalized home practice
• Family and caregiver education
• Long-term maintenance and support

We focus on helping you succeed in real-life situations, not just during therapy sessions.

Your evaluation typically lasts 60-75 minutes and may include:

• Voice, speech, and swallowing assessment
• Cognitive-communication screening
• Discussing your concerns, goals, priorities, and preferences
• Personalized treatment recommendations
• Home practice planning

Most clients begin with a structured 12-session treatment program, typically scheduled twice weekly for about 45-50 minutes. Recommendations are always individualized.

Sessions may include:

• Parkinson's-specific voice therapy
• Speech clarity training
• Swallowing strategies and exercises
• Cognitive-communication treatment when needed
• Home practice coaching and review
• Family and caregiver education and support
• Long-term maintenance planning

After the initial treatment program, follow-up sessions can help you maintain gains, adjust home practice, address new challenges, and continue progressing as your needs evolve.

Maintenance session frequency is tailored to your goals and preferences.

To schedule a free 15-min consultation to help you decide if we are the right fit for you, please contact us. We would be happy to assist you.

Phone: (206) 880-3194

Fax: (206) 880-7272