Unlocking communication,
inspiring confidence.
Our services
Speech & Language Therapy that celebrates all forms of communication and supports your family every step of the way.
Wondering if speech therapy is right for your child?
If you have questions or concerns about your child’s communication or development, we’d love to connect! Schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to talk through your concerns and learn more about how we may be able to support your child.
During your consultation, you can:
Ask questions about your child’s speech, language, development, or play skills
Learn more about our evaluation process and therapy sessions
Talk through your child’s individual needs and concerns
Find out if our services are the right fit for your child and family
What to expect during your evaluation:
Our 60-minute evaluation is all about getting to know your child—what they love, what they do well, and where they may need a little extra support. Through play, conversation, and engaging activities, we’ll take a closer look at your child’s communication and developmental skills. This helps us better understand their needs and create a plan that feels just right for them and your family.
During the evaluation, we will:
Discuss your child’s development, strengths, interests, and your current concerns
Take a closer look at areas such as speech, language, communication, AAC, play, and other developmental skills
Use play-based activities and interactions to see how your child communicates in a comfortable, natural setting
Share our findings and provide individualized recommendations and next steps
Talk about what therapy could look like and how we can support your child’s goals
Speech Therapy that meets the child where they are:
Every child learns and communicates in their own way, so therapy should never be one-size-fits-all! Our speech therapy sessions are thoughtfully planned around your child’s individual needs, interests, and goals. Whether we’re working on clearer speech, language development, oral habits, or feeding skills, we make therapy engaging, meaningful, and fun.
During therapy, you can expect:
Playful, engaging activities paired with evidence-based strategies
Individualized goals that focus on the skills that matter most for your child
Ongoing progress monitoring and feedback so you know how your child is growing
Family collaboration to help carry new skills into everyday routines
Meet JJ, Jenna
Jenna earned her Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of Iowa and her Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Saint Louis University. She has experience working with children from infancy through young adulthood (8 months to 26 years old) across a variety of settings, including in-home therapy, daycares, private practice, early intervention, private schools, and teletherapy.
Jenna's clinical interests include gestalt language processing, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), early intervention, articulation and phonological disorders, and pragmatic language development. She is an NLA-trained clinician for Gestalt Language Processors (GLP and GLP + AAC) through Meaningful Speech and is committed to providing individualized, evidence-based therapy that meets each child where they are.
Jenna believes that meaningful progress begins with strong relationships. She is passionate about partnering with families to create a supportive, engaging environment where children feel confident, connected, and empowered to develop their communication skills.
Outside of work, Jenna enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. Jenna loves staying active, exploring new restaurants around the city, and cheering on her alma mater, the Iowa Hawkeyes. Go Hawks!
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Together we can foster communication, spark growth, and cheer on every tiny victory!
Frequently Asked Questions
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JJ’s Speech & Language Lab utilizes a private pay fee-for-service model. Additionally, we are in network with BCBS-PPO. Contact us regarding pricing for your specific service (evaluation vs. therapy rates).
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JJ’s Speech and Language Lab is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO. If you have out-of-network benefits with another insurance provider, we will be happy to provide a superbill that you can submit for possible reimbursement.
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We provide services at clients’ homes, daycares, and private schools as well as virtual tele-therapy sessions when appropriate. We travel to various neighborhoods of Chicago, including but not limited to West Town, Humboldt Park, Wicker Park, Roscoe Village, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, and Bucktown. Based on clinician availability and scheduling, reach out to us to determine if we are able to visit you in your neighborhood.
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Evaluations are typically 60 minutes and in-person treatment sessions are typically 45-60 minutes. Sessions are typically weekly, however, bi-weekly sessions may be an option depending on your child’s needs and scheduling availability.
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Progress in therapy for each child may vary and depend on many factors, including the child’s age, active participation, family support, and completion of home practice and carryover. Following an evaluation, we’ll create a treatment plan that best supports your child’s progress and family goals. Parental involvement and encouragement are important and necessary for therapeutic success.
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Schedule an evaluation or a free 15-minute phone consultation by contacting us via phone (708-927-9878), email (jenna@jjspeechlanglab.com), or our online form.
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An evaluation includes a review of your child’s history, parent and/or child interviews when appropriate, structured and play-based assessments, and an initial discussion of results. You will receive a detailed report with recommendations following the evaluation.
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Please provide us with a minimum of 24 hours notice to cancel your appointment. We encourage our clients to reschedule cancelled appointments to ensure consistent service delivery. We will work with you to reschedule your cancelled appointments for planned holidays, vacations, extracurricular events, etc.
If you, your child, or a family member is sick and exhibiting symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhea, a new cough, please contact us to reschedule your appointment. Children should be fever and/or symptom free for 24 hours prior to resuming sessions or rescheduling. No cancellation fee will be applied in this case.
Appointments cancelled without a minimum of one hour of notice will incur a fee equal to half the expected payment for that session type. No show appointments will be charged a fee of the full expected payment for that session type. First offenses for each of these scenarios will not be charged.
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The first session is about establishing a connection and building rapport. We’ll spend time getting to know your child through play, conversation, or activities that feel natural to them. We'll also chat with you about your goals, observations, and any questions you have. The focus is on building comfort and understanding, not testing or performance.
NLA Trained Clinician
She is an NLA-trained clinician for Gestalt Language Processors (GLP and GLP + AAC) through Meaningful Speech and is committed to providing individualized, evidence-based therapy that meets each child where they are.
