About Us

At Speech Matters, we believe that communication is at the heart of connection, confidence, and everyday life.

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“I’m Linda Bejoian,

a speech-language pathologist and the founder of Speech Matters. I created this practice with a clear vision: to provide therapy that is not only evidence-based, but deeply personalized and meaningful in real life.

Over the course of my career, I observed that many individuals were able to demonstrate skills within structured therapy sessions, but struggled to apply those skills in everyday situations. This insight became the foundation of how Speech Matters operates today.

Our approach prioritizes real-world outcomes. Whether we are supporting a young child developing language, a student navigating social communication, or an adult working on clarity and confidence, our focus is always on helping clients communicate effectively in the environments that matter most.”

Our Mission:

To help individuals communicate clearly, confidently, and effectively in their daily lives.

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At Speech Matters, we believe:

• Therapy should be functional and practical, not just clinic-based

• Progress should be measurable and meaningful

• Clients and families should feel informed, supported, and empowered

When you work with us, you can expect:

• Clear, structured therapy plans with defined goals

• Evidence-based, individualized treatment approaches

• Collaboration with families, educators, and other professionals

• A strong emphasis on generalization - ensuring skills transfer beyond the therapy room

We value building genuine relationships with our clients, as trust and connection are essential for meaningful progress.

Experience

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Linda Bejoian is a certified speech-language pathologist with over 30 years of experience providing speech therapy to children and adults in New York City.

Clinical Experience

• 30+ years of experience in speech-language pathology

• Evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders

• Expertise in articulation, language development, social communication, and oral motor challenges

• Therapy that supports confident communication in everyday life

Teaching and Professional Contributions

• Supervised graduate clinicians

• Served as adjunct clinical instructor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine

• Led workshops for professionals at Columbia University, Harvard University, and Boston University

• Contributed to research, teaching, and program development

Specialized Training

• PROMPT certified

• Specialized in oral motor and motor-based speech therapy approaches

• Personalized care tailored to each client’s needs

Programs and Research

• Contributed to research through Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions

• Developed The Language Garden School

• Created Mr. Wizard’s Thumbs Out

• Supported early childhood language development and habit elimination

Foundation of Care

Her work is rooted in evidence-based practice, extensive clinical experience, and a commitment to effective, individualized therapy.

Get to know the team

If you are looking for individualized, evidence-based speech therapy with a focus on real-world outcomes, we would love to connect.

Whether you have questions or are ready to begin, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn how Speech Matters can support you or your child.

Our Office

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A small desk with colorful game pieces, a model of a human mouth with teeth, a mirror, and some toys. A chair with a green backrest is pushed under the desk. There is a wall with a shelf containing storage bins in the background.

A small table with two chairs, one wooden and one grey, placed against a blue wall. The table has children's coloring pages, a container with coloring pencils, and decorative skull-shaped containers. A framed abstract painting hangs on the wall above

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Insurance & Coverage

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Get in Touch

Contact us today to make your first speech therapy appointment. We are currently accepting new children and adult patients.

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