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Pediatric Myofunctional & Speech Therapy

Charlotte, NC

Pediatric Therapy Services

OUR MISSION

At Little Arbor Speech Therapy, we specialize in laying the foundation for better speech, breathing, swallowing, and sleep! Our mission is to equip you and your child with the tools and strategies needed to speak clearly, reduce oral habits, and live their most happy and healthy life.

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OUR APPROACH

Beyond traditional speech therapy, we use specific tools and techniques to address your child's underlying oral structures and motor patterns. We combine our training in orofacial myology, TOTS, and the SOS approach to feeding to create tailored programs that result in meaningful changes.

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OUR SPECIALTIES

Speech Sound Disorders

Oral to Nasal Breathing

Tongue Thrust

Tongue Tie / Lip Tie

Thumb Sucking & Nail Biting

Inefficient Swallow Patterns

Teeth Grinding & Snoring

Poor Sleep Quality

& More!

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Meet Kelsey

Kelsey Wendland, MS, CCC SLP

Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist

Kelsey is an experienced speech therapist with advanced training in oral muscle anatomy, posture, and coordination. She has also worked with young children through the Early Intervention system, providing speech therapy services to hundreds of families in her locale.

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Kelsey founded Little Arbor Speech Therapy to specialize in treating the root causes of developmental speech challenges through a myofunctional approach. She strives to create a safe space for children to learn and grow at their own pace and collaborates with parents and other professionals along the way to get the best possible therapy outcomes. 

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Kelsey earned her master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from South Carolina State University. In her spare time, she enjoys staying active, attending local sporting events, trying new restaurants, and traveling with family!

Kelsey Wendland, MS, CCC SLP speech therapist and myofunctional therapist in Michigan
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ASHA speech-language pathologist
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Advanced Trainings & Certifications

  • Tethered Oral Tissues Specialty (TOTS) Training 

  • Training in the Sequential-Oral-Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding

  • International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM) Introductory Training

  • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

  • Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

  • Airway Circle's Myo Circle

Here's how it works...

Step 1

Call Little Arbor Speech Therapy for a free 30-minute phone consultation. We will discuss your concerns, share about our services, and schedule an evaluation session if needed. 

Step 2

Meet us via Zoom for an initial consultation followed by an in-person functional assessent. We will send intake paperwork which must be filled out 24 hours prior to your first appointment.

Step 3

The therapy journey begins! Together, we will create a treatment plan to help your child reach their goals. We will provide referrals to other healthcare professionals as necessary.

Convenient service locations
Speech therapy clinic for kids
In-Home

In-home therapy sessions provide your child with structured opportunities to learn and grow in the place they feel the safest. You will be provided with all of the resources and tools to succeed without ever having to leave!

Online speech therapy for kids
Online

Teletherapy sessions are a convenient and effective therapy option for families across the state of North Carolina. We will provide you with the proper tools to participate in personalized therapy sessions from the comfort of home.

Billing & Insurance

Little Arbor Speech Therapy is out of network with medical insurance companies. We accept private pay clients and are willing to provide a Superbill for clients who wish to seek reimbursement for qualifying therapy services.

Getting Started
Child with tongue thrust playing in myofunctional therapy
From strong roots grows a beautiful and sturdy tree.
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