Question 1

What does "Pillar" stand for?

Accepted Answer

Pillar Speech Therapy, LLC is short for “Caterpillar Speech-Language and Myofunctional Therapy”.

It was inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by Eric Carle. I love this book, reading it aloud to a preschool classroom set me on a path to becoming a speech-language pathologist. Read my full story in the About section.

Question 2

What is your therapy style?

Accepted Answer

I am an advocate for play-based and child-directed therapy; therefore, each session is tailored to your child. It can be structured or unstructured, but I typically incorporate both into my sessions. The amount of time spent in a structured  setting (sit and drill the concepts) depends on many factors: age, attentiveness, ability level, etc. I always incorporate play and fun, positive reinforcement, and functional activities to build skills, and promote carry-over and generalization to all settings and communication partners.

Question 3

Where do you provide services?

Accepted Answer

Effective August 2024, Pillar Speech Therapy has a new office space in Oro Valley!!

Speech, language, and/or myofunctional therapy services are provided in person at the clinic in Oro Valley: 11115 N. La Canada Dr., Suite #295, Oro Valley, AZ 85737.

Virtual services also available across Arizona and Texas.

Call / Text for more details!

Question 4

Do you have a waitlist?

Accepted Answer

Yes, my current waitlist is roughly 4-6 months, depending on the day/time needed for services.

To be added to the waitlist, feel free to call, text, or email me to set up an initial consultation to review your concerns and scheduling needs.

Once the paperwork has been received, you'll be added to the waitlist (please know that I require completed paperwork and the initial email does not automatically add you to the waiting list). I’ll touch base when a spot opens up via a message through my HIPAA compliant platform, so please add yourprovider@simplepractice.com to your address book and/or download the SimplePractice Client app.

Question 5

How do I get in touch?

Accepted Answer

Call or Text me at (520) 222-8208.

You can also use the Contact form to send me an email or reach out to misty@pillarspeechtherapy.com

Question 6

What paperwork is needed to start an evaluation / therapy?

Accepted Answer

After our first conversation, I will send you the consent documents and intake forms / questionnaires through a HIPAA compliant Electronic Medical Records software called SimplePractice. All forms will be completed online and submitted through your SimplePractice client portal.

If you have a previous evaluation, I would be happy to review in order to start treatment more quickly. You can email the report directly to me at misty@pillarspeechtherapy.com or upload through your client portal.

Question 7

How do I schedule, reschedule, or cancel a session?

Accepted Answer

Scheduling, rescheduling, and/or canceling sessions can be completed through the SimplePractice Client Portal.

You can also call or text (520) 222-8208 or email misty@pillarspeechtherapy.com to make changes.

Question 8

Will I be reminded of my appointment?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You will get a text and/or email reminder of your sessions through the SimplePractice software. You will also have the opportunity to cancel or reschedule your session via text, email, or by logging into your client portal.

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