Susan Smith, Speech-Language Pathologist
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Susan Smith

Speech-Language Pathologist

7047 E. Greenway Parkway, Suite 250 Scottsdale AZ, 85254
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Susan Smith is a speech language pathologist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Ms. Smith specializes in speech and language disorders in children ages 3 - 18. As a speech language pathologist, Mrs. Smith evaluates, diagnoses and treats children with communication difficulties. These conditions may be due to developmental delay, brain injury, hearing loss, autism, or other diseases and injuries. Ms. Smith helps children improve their communication skills and has advanced training in speech sound disorders, fluency, and neurodiversity. 

Education and Training

Arizona State University M.S. Communication Disorders 1999

Board Certification

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

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Susan Smith's Expert Contributions
  • Can a child overcome stuttering?

    Hello! Yes, children can overcome stuttering, especially if they have good speech therapy intervention. That being said, many former stutterers may continue to stutter in certain situations (e.g., public speaking, when they are tired). The main goal for speech therapy with stuttering is to make speaking less effortful - teaching strategies to reduce tension in the speech mechanism and to practice more fluent speech as well as self-advocacy. Hopefully, that answers your question. Susan Smith susan@tribecca.net READ MORE

  • Can you help with speech stuttering?

    Yes - stuttering is one of the disorders that an SLP can help to improve. Most true stutterers may continue to stutter but they can learn strategies that will make the stuttering less difficult and less frequent. I hope that answers your question. Susan READ MORE

  • How do I continue speech therapy at home after class?

    Ask your speech therapist for some practice materials that are at the level of success you are working at. You can also practice reading aloud and recording yourself. READ MORE

  • Can difficulty hearing affect your speech?

    Absolutely! If you can, have an audiologist assess your hearing and see if aids can help. You might also seek an assessment by a speech therapist that works with adults. READ MORE

  • How do I stop having a lisp?

    Your best bet would be to consult with a speech language pathologist. They can help determine why you are lisping and design a program to help you correct your lisp. If you are motivated and willing to practice, you should be able to minimize your lisp. READ MORE

  • How does an adult correct a lisp?

    A speech pathologist can help teach you the correct way to produce the sounds you are lisping and then guide you through a practice hierarchy to establish carryover. If you are motivated, you should be able to reduce if not completely remediate the lisp. READ MORE

  • Can adults benefit from speech therapy?

    Absolutely! If you are motivated and willing to put in practice time a good SLP can certainly help! READ MORE

  • What can I do to get rid of frontal lisp?

    Good afternoon! Working with a licensed and certified Speech Language Pathologist can help you to correct your lisp. It will require a lot of work on your part, but if you are motivated, a good SLP can teach you strategies and provide you with materials to help improve your articulation. READ MORE

  • How can I tell if my daughter has speech issues?

    Depending on where your daughter goes to school, she may be eligible to have her speech screened and the school-based SLP should be able to tell you if she needs speech therapy. Most public and charter schools provide these services. Alternatively, you can seek a private screening and/or evaluation from a private practice or clinic SLP. It may be that she will grow out of it, but chances are, she will need some intervention, particularly if there are other sounds that she is producing in error. READ MORE

  • How can I tell if my baby has speech problems?

    If she is not saying any words by 2, I would recommend taking her to a developmental pediatrician who can assess her and refer you to a speech pathologist or other interventionist as appropriate. Most children use and understand at least 50 words by 2 (even if not clearly articulated) and are beginning to combine two words (e.g., big dog, mama do). READ MORE

  • How long should speech therapy be after a stroke?

    The length of therapy is dependent upon the severity of the speech issues. Insurance often limits the number of visits, but your speech therapist should be able to recommend a course of treatment including their estimate of when therapy should be discontinued. I specialize in pediatric therapy so a therapist who specializes in stroke might have a more definitive answer. READ MORE

  • How long does a speech therapy session last?

    It really depends on the therapist and the attention/stamina of your daughter. Typically 30-60 minutes per session. READ MORE

  • Is speech delay serious?

    Speech delay can be treated by a speech language pathologist. Depending on the severity of the delay and any other cooccurring difficulties, the treatment plan will vary. I would recommend starting with an evaluation by an SLP that specializes in Early Intervention. READ MORE

  • Can speech therapy help with autism?

    Speech therapy can indeed help, but you may need to change your expectations about how she communicates. I would recommend starting with your school district to have a comprehensive evaluation, which may include as assessment of her ability to use augmentative communication, which can help with both language development and the acquisition of speech production. I hope this helps! READ MORE

  • How can a speech pathologist help my son?

    Depending on the age of your child and his motivation to improve his speech, an SLP can help him learn the movements necessary to produce the /r/ sound correctly. R is one of the most difficult sounds to learn because there are two specific ways to produce the sound, it is produced in the back of the mouth so it is difficult to see, and its production is very significantly affected by the sounds that occur around it. The SLP may be able to identify certain contexts where production is easier and can begin to build from there. READ MORE

  • Is speech stuttering fixable?

    Typically, speech fluency can be improved, although there may be times that a person who stutters continues to stutter throughout their life. A speech language pathologist can help teach strategies to make speaking easier and less bumpy. Improvement will vary depending on your daughter’s age and the severity of her stutter. I would recommend seeking an evaluation and or therapy. Her public school should be able to evaluate her speech and provide services if necessary. You can also seek a private evaluation and therapy. There are speech therapists who specialize in stuttering therapy. READ MORE

  • My daughter has somewhat of a his when she talks. How can it be corrected?

    No, it is not too early to seek help from a speech language pathologist. Because she is four, you might seek an evaluation through your public school district. an evaluation by a speech language pathologist will give you a better idea of what is happening with your daughter’s speech. READ MORE

  • Is speech stuttering genetic?

    There is often a genetic component to stuttering. It does tend to run in families, but there are many contributing factors. If you are looking to improve the ease and fluency of your speech, there are speech pathologist who specialize in adult fluency. READ MORE

  • Can puberphonia be corrected with speech therapy?

    I would certainly recommend finding a speech language pathologist who treats adult voice disorders. Depending on where you live, you might reach out to one of the universities that might have a voice lab. Additionally, I would check with a medical doctor to see if there is any medical treatment for the condition. A speech therapist can certainly help you develop strategies to improve your vocal quality. READ MORE

  • My voice is extremely low. What can I do to enhance it?

    Without evaluating your speech, it is hard to know what would improve your volume. One of the things that may help is improving your respiration, but I would seek an evaluation from a speech therapist, who works with adults. There can be several reasons for reduced volume, and I would not feel comfortable recommending treatment without knowing more about any physical cause. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

ArticulationApraxiaReceptive LanguageExpressive LanguageAutism SpectrumFluency

Professional Memberships

  • Arizona Speech-Language-Hearing Association  
  • American Speech-Languuage-Hearing Association  

Susan Smith's Practice location

7047 E. Greenway Parkway, Suite 250 -
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
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