Frequently asked questions.
Breathe Eat Sleep Talk
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What sets Breathe Eat Sleep Talk apart?
We are a team of Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) with advanced training in myofunctional therapy, feeding therapy, speech sounds and manual therapy (CFT and manual therapy as it relates to voice/ swallowing). We each have our own health experiences with myofunctional therapy and are personally invested in this journey in addition to professionally.
Don’t speech therapists only help with “speech” and “stuttering”?
No! We can do a whole lot more than just help with speech. Speech Language Pathologists work in several work settings including: schools, hospitals, rehab facilities, nursing facilities, home health, early intervention, private medical practices, home health, community centers, research/ academia, corporate/ business settings, nonprofits and advocacy groups.
We can also work in a variety of specialized areas, including but not limited to: speech sounds (articulation and phonological disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech), stuttering/ fluency, voice, receptive/ expressive language, social communication, literacy and reading disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Feeding & swallowing, airway and breathing concerns, myofunctional therapy, cognitive-communication disorders, executive functioning, hearing loss, Autism Spectrum Disorders, craniofacial differences/ cleft palate, accent modification, and public speaking/ voice performance..etc..
What populations do you serve?
Breathe Eat Sleep Talk serves all people who would benefit from myofunctional therapy, feeding therapy, and/ or oral motor therapy. This can span the lifespan, starting at birth through adult-hood.
Do you accept insurance?
At Breathe Eat Sleep Talk, we are an out-of-network provider with all insurance companies. Because we take a holistic approach and incorporate multiple treatment modalities, we are not able to bill insurance or provide documentation for reimbursement. Our services are wellness-based, with progress measured through both patient and family feedback as well as functional assessments by our speech-language pathologists. All sessions are private pay, with payment due on or before the day of service.
Myofunctional Therapy FAQs
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Is Myofunctional Therapy only for kids?
No! While it is great to get started early in life, people of any age can benefit from myofunctional therapy. This type of therapy does require the cognitive ability level of at least a 4 year old and includes daily home practice. Ages 4 and up because of ability to follow multi-step directions, development and volitional control.
How often are sessions and how many will I need?
Myofunctional therapy is an individualized therapy program, based on your symptoms and needs. Generally, we recommend starting therapy once per week or every other week to help establish muscle memory and address your needs. Home practice is recommended, daily, while in therapy to help promote best outcomes. The amount of sessions really depends on the individual, we’re happy to discuss your case with you during the evaluation.
What is myofunctional therapy?
Myofunctional therapy is a treatment modality that uses neuromuscular re-education of the lips, tongue, jaw, and face to optimize the way we Breathe, Eat, Sleep, and Talk. Through simple, targeted exercises, and home practice based on individual needs, this type of therapy can help with: habits like thumb sucking, tongue thrust, and mouth breathing; while also supporting clearer speech, better eating (chewing and swallowing), improved sleep, and overall long-term wellness for both children and adults. The main treatment goals are: correct tongue and lip rest posture, nasal breathing, correct swallow patterns, and correct speech placement/ clarity. This treatment is specifically designed for children with the cognition and fine motor abilities of at least a 5 year old child.
What about children under the age of 5?
Younger children and infants can definitely benefit from similar methodology and intervention strategies used in myo; however, for children under 5 (as young as infants), therapy is more appropriately defined as feeding therapy. Please seek help from an SLP or OT specifically trained in feeding therapy for these ages! (All BEST therapists are SLPs also trained in this type of therapy in addition to myofunctional therapy)
Does myo help with tongue ties?
All ages benefit from participation in a care plan with an orofacial myologist for pre- and post-frenectomy care. Tongue ties are more complex than just a simple surgical procedure to release the frenulum under the tongue. The whole body should be addressed in your treatment plan, if a release is recommended. Breathe Eat Sleep Talk also offers CFT, which can aid in addressing whole-body function.
Who is qualified to provide myofunctional therapy?
Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) operate under the American Speech Language Hearing Association, and each state license. Myofunctional therapy falls within the scope of practice for SLPs. Click this link to learn about how SLPs view and treat OMDs. Other health professionals such as OT, PT, or dental providers also provide myofunctional therapy services.