Tami El Habachi

Speech-Language Pathologist

225 Lakeway Trails McKinney TX, 75069 Show map

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Tami El Habachi holding her Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, practicing in McKinney, TX. Mrs. El Habachi specializes in speech, language, feeding and swallowing disorders in patients. As a speech language pathologist, Mrs. El Habachi evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with communication and swallowing troubles. These conditions may be due to developmental delay, brain injury, hearing loss, autism, stroke or other diseases and injuries. Mrs. El Habachi helps patients make sounds and improve their voices through various methods. Speech language pathologists also work with patients to strengthen muscles used to speak and swallow, and work with individuals and families to help cope with their conditions.

Education and Training

The University of Tulsa MS of Communication Disorders 1998

Board Certification

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Provider Details

Female English

Tami El Habachi

Tami El Habachi's Expert Contributions

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My daughter has somewhat of a his when she talks. How can it be corrected?
No, I would seek out private therapy. She likely has a tongue thrust with it which can cause other difficulties. Feel free to contact me for more info. READ MORE
Will my mother regain her speech after her stroke?
This really depends on a lot of factors and isn't an easy question to answer. Variables include your mother's overall health and medical conditions, the severity of the stroke, which side of the brain that was affected by the stroke, how debilitating the stroke was, etc. Even with this information, it's hard to say because each person is different. What can be said, is that the first 6 months is the most impacting as far as recovery and it's important for her to receive therapy during this time period that is appropriate for her condition. Following 6 months, although progress continues to be made, it is at a much slower rate. READ MORE
Is late talking genetic?
Late talking itself isn't genetic; however, conditions such as speech and language disorders can be genetic. This can result in late talking. READ MORE
Should I worry if my child is not talking?
At 2 your child should be beginning to put two words together and by age 3 have at least three hundred words or more. I would recommend having your child screened or speaking to your pediatrician. READ MORE
Can you fix stuttering in a child?
There is no cure for true stuttering. Children can start to stutter when very young or be perceived to stutter, then recover but this is really more of a development process rather than true stuttering. If by age 6 your child is still "stutter" or you are concerned that it could be true stuttering, it's best to have your child evaluated. READ MORE
Can speech delay be fixed?
Delays are delays, not disorders. Meaning that your child is just behind at this time. Speech/language disorders and delays can be addressed by a Speech-Language Pathologist. As far as being fixed, it really depends on what is causing the delay or disorder. Most delays can be remediated. READ MORE
How do you help a child that stutters?
Having your daughter see a speech-language pathologist is the best way to help. READ MORE
Can speech therapy help stuttering?
In short, yes. READ MORE
Why is my 4 year old son still unable to speak fluently?
Some children think faster than they can produce certain speech sounds. However, if he exhibiting frustration it’s always best to have him evaluated by a speech language pathologist to see if there is an underlying fluency issue such as stuttering, cluttering or developmental apraxia. READ MORE
Can you help my child with stuttering?
Absolutely. Although there is no cure for stuttering, many individuals use strategies to help them be more fluent when necessary. READ MORE
Should I worry if my 3-year-old isn't talking?
When I have a parent tell me that they are worried about their child not talking, I listen. You are with your child 7 days a week. In general, by age 3 your child should have at least 450 words, be putting together 2-3 word phrases, as well talking about their environment and things they are doing. You can request an evaluation be completed by your local area school or through a private speech pathologist. Most Speech Pathologists provide screenings and consultations as well. READ MORE
Can stuttering be fixed in kids?
There are a lot of factors regarding stuttering. In general, stuttering cannot be "fixed". Children can grow out of it, but it depends on their age and a lot of other factors. I would recommend that you contact a Speech-Language Pathologist for further assessment. READ MORE
What is the treatment for stuttering?
Speech Pathologists provide treatment of fluency disorders "stuttering" by using a variety of strategies and counseling with both the child and family. Because self-esteem is intricately tied to stuttering, it's important to address how the child feels about their stuttering. In addition, families often have emotional baggage tied to their child's stuttering. It's important to set expectations. For more information, please contact a Speech-Language Pathologist. READ MORE
Does acupuncture help speech after stroke?
Although I am not a specialist in acupuncture, from a Speech Pathologist viewpoint, I would say no. READ MORE
Can you help with a speech delay?
Speech-Language Pathologists can help with speech delays. In order to evaluate and treat an individual in a particular state, that Speech Pathologist must be licensed in your State. Please feel free to contact me further, to determine how to best proceed further or call a local Speech Pathologist. READ MORE
i have puberohonia (female voice, pitch break, etc)?
Hi, I would recommend contacting a Speech-Language Pathologist that specializes in Voice to have an evaluation completed. From there the SLP can help you determine what is the appropriate treatment and if it can be completed virtually. READ MORE
Is it normal for a baby to talk late?
Many parents have different definitions of not talking. For example, I've had parents come in tell me that their child doesn't have any words, yet while in session, I've heard multiple words. In general, for a 2-year-old they should be putting together words and have at least 20 words by the beginning of 2. By the end of 2 they should have at least 450 words, using 2-3 word phrases. Most Speech-Language Pathologists provide free screenings and can give you more information. READ MORE
What is the most common cause of speech delay?
There are multiple reasons for speech delays and disorders. Some disorders that might result in a speech disorder include ear infections, allergies, autism, genetics, even exposure. We are finding out with the Pandemic, that many children's language has been delayed due to exposure. When in doubt, it is always best to have a Speech-Language Pathologist complete an evaluation. READ MORE
Should I take my baby to a speech therapist?
When concerned, it's always best to contact a Speech Pathologist. Early Intervention can typically evaluate your child and determine if there is a delay. If not, many Speech Pathologists provide free screenings or consultations. READ MORE
Can a child grow out of stuttering?
It depends on a lot of factors such age, genetics, and overall speech-language abilities. READ MORE