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Our Services
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Academic Support
Do you feel like school isn’t doing enough to help your child? Private speech therapy can supplement IEP services, and help if your child does not qualify for school-based therapy.
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Speech & Language Evaluations
We conduct thorough assessments to understand every aspect of your child's speech and language. This helps us tailor interventions that are effective, personalized, and fun!
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Speech Sound Correction
Can’t understand what your child says? We specialize in correcting your child’s sound errors such as: lisps, ‘R’ sounds, and overall speech clarity.
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Language Therapy
We can help your child excel in both understanding what others say and using language to express themselves.
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Early Intervention for Late Talkers
Therapeutic intervention paired with parent coaching to help your busy little bee start communicating!
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Parent Coaching
Giving parents 1:1 support and professional guidance to give parents the confidence to support their child’s communication needs.
Meet the Owner
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Jamie Giannino, M.A. CCC-SLP
Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist
Meet Jamie, the heart and soul behind both Wordwise Speech Therapy Foundation, Inc and Bee Bright Therapy, SLP, PLLC: our warm, inclusive haven for children and families seeking compassionate speech therapy.
Jamie started Wordwise Speech Therapy Foundation, Inc- a 501(c)3 Non-Profit in 2021 with the goal to create a therapeutic, welcoming and safe environment for families that focuses on culturally responsive, child-led, play-based, and neurodiversity affirming care. Since then, she has expanded to Bee Bright Therapy, SLP, PLLC to better serve New York State Early Intervention program.
Jamie has been practicing speech pathology since 2015, and has since dedicated her life to ensuring the right to communication is accessible for all. She takes her varied clinical experiences to heart, which allows her to appreciate multiple perspectives and to create safe spaces for all. Her experience in treating all ages from all walks of life has allowed her to develop a profound respect for every family's unique journey.
This profound respect for all families is the foundation upon which our dedicated family of brands: Wordwise Speech Therapy Foundation, and Bee Bright Therapy, SLP, PLLC is built.
As the owner of Bee Bright Therapy, SLP, PLLC and Wordwise Speech Therapy Foundation, Inc., Jamie emphasizes trust and collaborative relationships with the families her practice serves. You can trust that both the Wordwise & Bee Bright teams, with Jamie as their leader, are dedicated to providing top-notch therapy services for all ages.
We are here to support your family in overcoming challenges and guide you in promoting your child’s communication skills.
Our Approach to Speech Therapy
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Child-Led
Each therapy session is customized to your child’s interests, creating a motivating and engaging environment built on trust. Our child-led therapy techniques promote empowerment and autonomy for children, which gives your child the confidence to play an active role in their learning.
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Natural Environment
Conducting speech therapy in your child’s home, school, or via our convenient virtual therapy options encourages greater family involvement, personalized goals and strategies, and the opportunity to learn and apply new skills in their natural environment.
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Neurodiversity Affirming
Wordwise is passionate about helping neurodiverse children embrace their unique differences and express their authentic selves. We celebrate each child’s individuality and support them in effectively and confidently communicating.
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Play-Based Therapy
Play-based therapy is not just enjoyable- it is crucial for fostering holistic childhood development according to experts. By incorporating play, children not only improve speech and language skills but also stimulate cognitive, social, and emotional growth!
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Personalized Care
We believe that speech therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Our speech therapists customize treatment plans to your child’s interests, needs, and communication style.
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Family Involvement
Parents and caregivers are involved in each step of a child’s communication journey with Wordwise. We collaborate with families to maximize the effectiveness of therapy, and equip parents with techniques to support communication development.
Our Values
Inclusivity
We celebrate diversity with a holistic family-centered approach, ensuring our services are respectful, and equitable for the well-being of every child, family, and team member.
Advocacy
We passionately advocate for the needs and rights of every child and family, ensuring they receive the support, education and services they deserve through our 501(c)3 Nonprofit.
Kindness
We approach every interaction with genuine kindness and empathy, nurturing a supportive and collaborative environment.
Growth
We are dedicated to continuous growth, utilizing innovative, research-based practices to support the development of the children, families, and communities we serve.
Integrity
We conduct our work with unwavering integrity, ensuring ethical practices and a commitment to excellence in delivering the highest quality of care for all families, staff, and stakeholders.
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Reviews
“Jamie adjusted the sessions based on [my child’s] interests and engagement for the day. She custom-fit the therapy for [my child], she never followed a script, and became [my child’s] “friend”. Thank you! We will miss you!”
-A Pediatric Client in NY
“[My child's] speech has improved tremendously. I am so proud of the work [my child] has done with Jamie. She was struggling with reading and sounds. Jamie took the time to empower her and teach her strategies for success. [My child's] confidence has improved so much!"
-A Pediatric Client in FL
“[My child] had a persistent lisp that that had begun to affect his confidence. We've tried speech at school but he didn't qualify. These private 1 on 1 sessions were the way to go for us, thank you!"
-A Pediatric Client in NY
Serving New York, Virginia, Delaware, DC & Florida
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Contact Us
631-509-2780
In-Person or Hybrid Online: Long Island, NY
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Teletherapy: New York City,
Delaware, Virginia, Florida, Washington, D.C., & all of New York State
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At both Bee Bright Therapy, and Wordwise Speech, we're committed to creating an inclusive and safe space for everyone. Our environment is built on respect, understanding, and the celebration of diversity, ensuring that all families and children feel welcomed, valued, and supported in their journey towards finding their voice and speaking their truth, whether that be verbally, with the assistance of Alternative Communication, sign language, multiple languages or through their own unique style!
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