What type of therapy is implemented at The Star Center?
The STAR center believes that stuttering should be treated using a comprehensive approach, incorporating physical strategies to make talking easier, as well as education, fear reduction, counseling, and parent/family involvement.
What are the goals of therapy?
The client often decides their own path for therapy and what they want to accomplish. However, goals commonly include:
- Decreasing stuttering frequency
- Eliminating associated struggle
- Developing healthy attitudes and feelings related to talking
- Reducing situational and word fears
- Enhancing one's ability to communicate
- Increasing one's knowledge about stuttering
Who will be providing the therapy?
All therapy is provided by highly qualified speech-language pathologists who specialize in stuttering. Visit the Staff Page to learn more about The STAR Center's therapists.
Where are the sessions located?
Sessions are located:
- 38 South Oyster Bay Rd.
- Brooklyn and Manhattan
- Sessions via tele-therapy
How long are the sessions?
Individual session times vary depending on age. Preschoolers are typically seen for 30 minutes, while school-age children, teens, and adults are typically seen for either 30 or 45 minutes.
Group sessions meet for 60 minutes.
Group sessions meet for 60 minutes.
Do you accept health insurance?
The STAR Center does not accept health insurance, but we encourage you to submit the therapy invoice to your insurance provider. Some companies will reimburse you for the treatment costs depending on the plan's coverage. Click here for Important Insurance Guidelines: Guide for Obtaining Reimbursement for Stuttering Treatment.
How do I get more information?
Click Here to contact one of The STAR Center's highly trained speech-language pathologists, who will answer any questions and help you set up a consultation.