say what you want to say, LOUD!
At Say It Loud, we help children communicate and build connections in everyday moments. Through a combination of one-on-one speech therapy and parent coaching services, we honor the uniqueness of every family and support them as they learn together.
Convenient in-home, in-office and online speech therapy to suit your needs.
Bilingual speech therapy services are offered in both English and Spanish.
Fun, practical, and play-based learning opportunities for the whole family.
We take a neurodiversity-affirming and play-based approach to speech therapy.
Bilingual speech therapy services for children and families in Somerset, Union, and Middlesex County
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SPEECH THERAPY FOR early communicators (ages 1-4 years)
Late Talkers • Speech & Language Delays • Early Play Skills
Your child will learn new language skills as they move and groove in our play-based sessions. Using items that you already have in your home, we will build attention skills, gestures, interactive play skills, first words, and more! Parents always get to join in on the fun and learn new strategies.
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SPEECH THERAPY FOR SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN (ages 5-10 years)
Language Disorders • Social Skills
Does your child struggle to understand what they hear or express themselves? At Say It Loud, we will support them in mastering language concepts and social skills. Your child will communicate with confidence in both academic and social settings!
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speech THERAPY FOR Gestalt Language ProcessORS
Echolalia • Autism • AAC
Many children use echolalia to communicate, which means they repeat words, phrases, and scripts that they have heard from others. We work alongside parents to expand on this skill during play activities, helping each child use their own words to say what is on their mind.
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PARENT & caregiver COACHING SESSIONS
Direct Support • Education & Training • Practical Resources
We take the time to get to know your family and offer support where you need it most - in your daily routines! You will walk away with a deeper understanding of your child and the tools you need to confidently guide their communication journey.
GROUPS
Say It Loud Speech and Language Therapy is now proudly offering services beyond traditional speech therapy! This summer and fall we are offering opportunities to learn and play while socializing with new friends! We’re also offering classes and individualized coaching to help parents and caregivers to better understand and use effective communication strategies at home, whether they’re playing or going about daily routines. We’re happy to take our time and expertise to give children and parents the tools they need to Say It Loud and have fun while doing it! Please see our groups page for more information.
MEET YOUR SPEECH THERAPIST
Patricia Ochoa-Werschulz, M.A., CCC-SLP
Owner, bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
Patricia is a neurodiversity-affirming speech therapist with over 14 years of experience providing services in English and Spanish. She has worked with people of all ages in schools, hospitals, non-profit organizations, and private clinics. Patricia founded Say It Loud to help children make their voices heard by communicating in any way that works best for them! Patricia is passionate about getting the whole family involved in speech therapy sessions - helping them connect, communicate, and live happier lives together. As a native Spanish speaker, she honors the unique language and culture of each family that she works with and empowers them to reach the goals that matter most to them. In her spare time, Patricia enjoys gardening, traveling, playing around with her kids, and learning about different cultures, music, and languages. She looks forward to getting to know your family!
ADVANCED EDUCATION, TRAININGS, & CERTIFICATIONS
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Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) for Gestalt Language Processing
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Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA)
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Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (in progress)
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ADHD Clinical Specialist Certification (in progress)
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New Jersey Speech-Language Pathologist License
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ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
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M.A in Speech-Language Pathology from Kean University
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B.A in Biological Anthropology from George Washington University
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B.A in Speech and Hearing Science from George Washington University
HERE'S THE PROCESS FOR GETTING STARTED WITH Say It Loud:
Say It Loud Speech and Language Therapy serves children throughout Central NJ, including Somerset, Union, and Middlesex County. We also provide convenient online speech therapy to families anywhere in New Jersey.
STEP TWO
We will complete an evaluation to assess your child's communication strengths and needs. This process will help to guide your child's therapy goals.
STEP THREE
Start speech therapy! Say It Loud will provide services in the comfort of your home, in our office or at local parks, stores, and libraries... wherever you want communication to grow!
INSURANCE AND BILLING
WE NOW ACCEPT INSURANCE!
Say It Loud Speech and Language Therapy is excited to announce that we are now an in-network provider for the following commercial insurance plans:
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- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Aetna
In addition to these plans, we accept private payments for our therapy services. For other insurance companies where we are considered "out-of-network," clients can pay us directly and request a Superbill. This detailed receipt of services can be submitted to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Since each insurance company's policies vary, we recommend contacting your insurance provider to check if they accept Superbills and offer reimbursement.
*Please note that Say It Loud Speech and Language Therapy cannot guarantee insurance coverage for our services. All clients, whether in-network or out-of-network, are responsible for verifying their own insurance benefits and coverage details. This includes confirming whether your insurance will cover services or reimburse you for payments made directly to Say It Loud.
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Clients are responsible for any costs or fees not covered by their insurance. If your insurance company deems certain therapy services as “not covered” or denies the claim, you will be responsible for the outstanding charges.
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We accept a variety of payment methods including credit cards, checks, money orders, HSA/FSA cards, and cash.
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We'll meet you at home or at your favorite community spot!
We make speech therapy easy by meeting you in our office, in your home or at a variety of community locations in Central NJ (Union, Middlesex, and Somerset Counties). Our goal is to support your child's communication in the real world - and we can do that while playing at the park, shopping, or exploring your neighborhood.
We also offer virtual teletherapy services to families anywhere in the state of New Jersey. All you need is a computer to join!
Contact Us
Contact us directly or fill out the form below, and we will reach out to you.
Fax: (908) 375-6648
120 E Union Ave, Bound Brook, NJ 08805