Speech Language Pathology
Helping children and adults communicate confidently and live more independently.
Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) supports more than speech. At Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic, our Speech-Language Pathology services help patients of all ages with communication, language, voice, cognition, and swallowing—with compassionate care close to home.
Whether you’re a parent with questions about your child’s development, or an adult needing support after illness or injury, our team is here to help with clear answers, practical tools, and personalized therapy.
Who We Help
Speech-language therapy can benefit children, teens, adults, and older adults, including individuals who are experiencing:
Children & Teens
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Speech sound difficulties (hard to understand, certain sounds not developing)
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Language delays (trouble understanding or using words/sentences)
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Social communication challenges
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Stuttering or fluency concerns
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Voice issues
Adults & Older Adults
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Speech or language changes after stroke or brain injury
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Cognitive-communication challenges (memory, attention, problem-solving)
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Voice changes or hoarseness
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Swallowing difficulties (coughing/choking when eating or drinking)
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Support for patients living with dementia and their caregivers
Our Speech Language Pathologist
Jessica Mulch, MS, CCC-SLP, provides Speech-Language Pathology services for children and adults at Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic. She supports patients with speech and language development, cognitive-communication challenges, swallowing concerns, and care for individuals living with dementia.
Jessica is known for her compassionate, approachable style and focuses on helping patients and families build confidence, independence, and meaningful communication.
Why Speech Therapy Matters
Communication impacts every part of life—school, relationships, work, and confidence. Early support for children can help reduce frustration and improve success in the classroom. For adults, therapy can help restore skills after illness or injury and support independence.
For individuals living with dementia, speech-language therapy can help maintain function longer and provide caregivers with practical communication tools that make daily life easier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is speech therapy only for kids?
No. Speech-language pathologists work with patients across the lifespan, including adults recovering from illness or injury and older adults experiencing cognitive or swallowing changes.
Does a screening mean my child will need therapy?
Not necessarily. Many screenings provide reassurance or simple guidance. If therapy is recommended, we’ll explain why and what it would look like.
Can speech therapy help dementia patients?
Yes. While it can’t reverse dementia, speech therapy can help with communication strategies, safe swallowing support, and caregiver education.
Do I need a referral?
Speech therapy does require an order from your primary care doctor. If you come for a free speech screening, we will contact your doctor and request an order, or your doctor may recommend speech therapy and send the order directly to us.