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Cognition

Cognitive-communication therapy is designed to help adults who experience changes in thinking and communication skills following a traumatic brain injury (TBI), concussion, stroke, or neurological conditions such as dementia, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, or brain tumors. These changes can affect how a person manages everyday tasks, interacts socially, and maintains independence.

 

Treatment areas may include: 

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Attention and Concentration

Improving the ability to stay focused, filter distractions, and shift attention between tasks.

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Memory

 Strategies to support short-term recall, working memory, and long-term retention—whether it's remembering appointments, names, or daily routines.

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Executive Functioning

Support for higher-level thinking skills such as planning, organizing, time management, reasoning, and problem-solving.

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Processing Speed

Helping individuals improve the ability to take in, understand, and respond to information more efficiently.

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Communication in Context

Addressing challenges in conversation, social interactions, or understanding nuanced language, such as sarcasm or abstract ideas.

Real-Life Therapy for Real-Life Goals

Our approach is highly individualized and goal-driven, tailored to each person’s roles, responsibilities, and environment. Whether you're returning to work, managing a household, or reconnecting with others, therapy focuses on meaningful, real-life application.

 

Sessions incorporate everyday tasks like organizing a calendar, managing medications, reading emails, or following multi-step instructions. Clients learn practical strategies—such as checklists, reminders, and digital tools—to support independence in daily routines.

We take a collaborative approach, often involving family or caregivers to reinforce skills beyond the therapy room. Emotional and behavioral support is also woven in, offering space to reflect, build confidence, and adjust to life changes.

Therapy may extend into the community when appropriate, with real-world practice like grocery shopping, meal planning, or navigating public transportation—ensuring that progress carries over into everyday life.

speech therapy for adults Orlando Florida
speech therapy for adults Orlando Florida

Neurological Conditions Treated

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Concussion

Stroke

Mild Cognitive Impairment

 Early Dementia

Parkinson Disease

Brain Tumors

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Anoxic Brain Injury

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