Speech and Language Therapy for kids
Empowering Children’s Communication Through Play-Based Speech & Language Therapy, In-Home & Online
We don’t just shape sounds and words—we build bridges to confidence and connection.
Emerald Nimitz, M.S., CCC-SLP is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist based in Broward County, Florida. Emerald currently offers in-home and telehealth speech and language therapy services for kids Birth-18. She provides flexible, convenient, and compassionate care tailored to each child’s needs.
Whether in the comfort of your home or through virtual sessions, Emerald’s goal is to create meaningful, engaging therapy.
Services
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) supports children who have difficulty communicating through speech alone. This may include speech-generating devices or visual language systems that give access to communication.
AAC support focuses on meaningful communication through play, modeling, and connection, helping children with complex communication needs express themselves across daily activities.
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The first three years are critical for language development. We provide early intervention services to support speech, language, and social skills during this important stage of growth.
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If your child has difficulty understanding or using words, sentences, or grammar, we offer targeted support to build strong communication skills. Therapy focuses on vocabulary, sentence structure, and comprehension through meaningful activities.
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Some children struggle with saying certain sounds correctly, which can impact their ability to be understood. We provide specialized therapy to help improve pronunciation, clarity, and overall speech confidence.
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We empower caregivers with practical strategies to support their child’s communication in everyday life. Through personalized guidance, we help families build confidence, foster meaningful interactions, and turn daily moments into opportunities for language growth. Parents are a child’s greatest teachers—let us help you unlock their full potential.
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A comprehensive assessment to understand your child’s communication strengths and challenges. We evaluate speech sounds, receptive and expressive language, and more to create a personalized therapy plan.
Meet the Founder
Emerald Nimitz, M.S., CCC-SLP
M.S. in Speech, Language and Learning
Northwestern University
2021 - 2023
B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Penn State University
2017 - 2020
Emerald Nimitz, M.S., CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and licensed to practice in the state of Florida. She has clinical experience working across a variety of settings, including schools, rehabilitation, telehealth, in-home, and private clinics. While she has experience treating individuals across the lifespan, Emerald specializes in pediatric speech and language therapy.
Emerald completed her undergraduate studies at Penn State University, where she participated in research focused on speech sound disorders. She earned her graduate degree from Northwestern University and completed her internship at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, one of the nation’s leading rehabilitation hospitals. Throughout her academic training and clinical career, she has received extensive training in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and has experience supporting children with complex communication needs. She is also listed in the Angelman Syndrome Foundation Provider Registry, reflecting her growing focus on supporting children with complex communication profiles.
Her clinical interests and areas of expertise include AAC, pediatric speech sound disorders, language disorders, early intervention, and caregiver coaching and training. Emerald employs evidence-based treatment approaches grounded in play-based and strengths-based therapeutic principles. She is dedicated to understanding each child’s unique developmental profile and using their individual strengths to support and enhance communication skills in a way that feels natural, meaningful, and empowering. Emerald is deeply passionate about providing individualized, play-based care that builds connection and aligns with each child’s interests and needs.
how it works
STEP 1: Contact Us
Reach out to schedule a free consultation. We’ll discuss your concerns and determine the best next steps for your child’s communication journey.
STEP 2: Evaluation & Goal Setting
We conduct a thorough assessment of your child’s speech and language skills to identify strengths and areas for growth. Based on this, we develop personalized goals tailored to their needs.
STEP 3: Personalized Therapy Plan
Therapy sessions are designed around your child’s unique interests, strengths, and goals. We use play-based and evidence-based techniques to build communication skills in a fun and engaging way.
STEP 4: Progress Monitoring & Support
We track progress over time and adjust therapy goals as needed. Parents and caregivers are an essential part of the process, and we provide guidance to support communication at home.
Pricing
Evaluations $295
The cost of the evaluation reflects a comprehensive process designed to ensure a thorough understanding of your child’s communication strengths and needs. This includes a parent interview, direct assessment and/or observation time, detailed analysis and report writing, and a follow-up meeting to review evaluation results and individualized recommendations.
*If AAC needs are identified, a separate AAC evaluation process may be recommended.
Therapy Sessions
Therapy sessions are offered in 30-, 45-, and 60-minute increments, depending on your child’s needs and goals.
Please contact the clinician directly for current rates and to determine the most appropriate session length for your child.
FAQs
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We provide speech and language therapy for children from birth to 18 years old. Our expertise includes early intervention, school-age speech and language disorders, AAC support, and working with complex communicators.
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We currently provide services in-home or via telehealth through a HIPAA complaint platform. Upon request and collaboration with the clinician, we can also provide services in other naturalistic environments of the child (e.g., school, daycare).
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Services are currently offered on a private-pay basis, and the practice does not participate as an in-network provider with insurance companies. This model allows services to be individualized and delivered without insurance-driven constraints on session length, frequency, or treatment approach.
A superbill can be provided upon request for families who wish to seek potential out-of-network reimbursement through their insurance provider. Coverage and reimbursement amounts vary by plan, so families are encouraged to contact their insurance company directly to learn more about their specific benefits.
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Play-based therapy is an approach that uses fun, interactive activities to help children learn speech and language skills naturally. By incorporating games, toys, and movement, we make therapy engaging and motivating, leading to better results.
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It’s easy! Fill out our contact form, email us, or call us to schedule an initial consultation. We’ll discuss your child’s needs and set up an evaluation to create a personalized therapy plan.
CONTACT US
Questions? Contact Emerald using the form or the contact information below.
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 9am-6pm
Phone:
(814) 207-5287
Email:
emeraldnimitzslp@gmail.com