MONTCLAIR SPEECH
Kathleen Durkin, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
WELCOME
Kathleen Durkin is a Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of children for the past 13 years in New York City. Kathleen now resides in Montclair, New Jersey. She received her Master’s Degree at University of Massachusetts, Amherst in Speech-Language Pathology. Kathleen is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in New York State and holds a Professional certificate Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) as well as the American Speech Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence.
EXPERIENCE
Kathleen has experience working with toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children in a variety of settings. She currently is a Speech Teacher and Special Educator in the NYC Board of Education and works through the Early Intervention Program treating children in their homes. Kathleen has worked with District 75 of the New York City Department of Education and has conducted evaluations and treatment of preschoolers for the CPSE (Committee on Preschool Special Education). Kathleen has extensive experience with children diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PPD)/Autism, Emotional Disturbance, developmental delays, expressive/receptive language disorders, pragmatic language disorders, auditory processing disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Selective Mutism, Down Syndrome and Oppositional-Defiant Disorder. Kathleen is trained in P.R.O.M.P.T. (level 1) to better treat students with Apraxia and other speech disorders. Additionally, she is experienced in accent reduction and assists non-native speakers to communicate in English with more clarity. Kathleen stays current on the latest research and techniques in the field of speech and language development by attending workshops and seminars.
ABOUT ME:
I believe in creating a fun and positive learning environment for my clients, in order for them to achieve their highest potential. I facilitate speech and language development in the context of child-led play and incorporate functional skills to promote carryover. I am a strong believer in a team approach and collaborate with parents, teachers and other therapists to reinforce skills learned in therapy. Furthermore, I provide parents with easy strategies that can be used to reinforce what is learned during sessions and weekly session notes with suggested learning activities and feedback.
SERVICES
Articulation Delay/Disorder
Phonological Disorder
Receptive Language Disorder
Expressive Language Disorder
Social (Pragmatic) Language
Pervasive Developmental Disorder/ Autism
Asperger's Syndrome
Selective Mutism
Language Delay (“late talkers”)
Auditory Processing Disorder
Phonemic Awareness Skills/ Literacy
Adult Services:
Accent Modification
Improve an individual's intelligibility by modifying the production of specific speech sounds, stress patterns of words, and intonation.
Speech/Language Tutoring
Teach strategies to facilitate comprehension, written expression and organizational skills.
Early Intervention Services:
Birth - 3 years old