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Your Voice Matters

 

Stuttering is not a flaw to fix. It’s a difference to understand, support, and navigate with confidence. At the Coleman Stuttering Center, we help children, teens, and adults move beyond fear, avoidance, and frustration and toward freedom of communication in real life. We do not simply focus on progress in the therapy room. We look for progress in classrooms, jobs, relationships, social interactions, etc. These are the communication situations that matter.

 

We Do Therapy That Makes A Difference 

 

Some approaches focus on fluency at all costs. We don’t. We focus on what actually changes lives:

  • Speaking when it matters

  • Reducing avoidance and fear

  • Building confidence in real situations

  • Supporting identity, not suppressing it

 

Our approach is based on modern, evidence-based, participation-driven care.

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Who We Help

 

Children: Early support that builds confidence.

 

Teens: Help navigating school, social life, and identity with strength.

 

Adults: Break cycles of avoidance. Speak freely in work and life.

 

What Makes Us Different?

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Participation-Based Model: We focus on real-world communication, not perfect speech.

 

Whole-Person Approach: We address thoughts, emotions, identity, and environment, not just speech fluency.

 

Individualized Assessment: No cookie-cutter therapy. Every plan is built around the individual who stutters and their families.

 

Tele-therapy That Works: Access expert care from anywhere, with meaningful, real-life outcomes.

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What We Treat 

 

Stuttering impacts more than how someone talks. We help with:

  • Avoidance (phone calls, presentations, introductions)

  • Anxiety and communication fear

  • Workplace and academic challenges

  • Social confidence and identity

  • Long-standing patterns of silence or struggle​​​

 

Why Choose the Coleman Stuttering Center?

 

We are led by a nationally recognized Board-Certified Specialist in Stuttering, Cluttering, and Other Fluency Disorders. Our Center focuses on assessment and treatment that combines:

  • Clinical expertise

  • Real-world application

  • Research-informed care

  • Deep understanding of lived experience

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Mission

At the Coleman Stuttering Center, our mission is to create a supportive community where individuals who stutter are heard, valued, and empowered. We provide compassionate, research-driven therapy and education that strengthens communication skills, builds confidence, and fosters lifelong participation.

What We Value

Education: We are committed to delivering research-driven, evidence-based therapy and equipping individuals, families, and professionals with the knowledge to support confident communication.

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Communication: We believe communication is a fundamental human right. We foster environments where individuals who stutter are heard, understood, and valued.

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Participation: We empower individuals to engage fully in academic, professional, and social settings — advocating for confidence, resilience, and self-advocacy.

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Community: We cultivate a supportive network of clients, families, clinicians, and partners working together to reduce stigma and promote understanding.

Services

Stuttering Assessment and Treatment

Experience specialized tele-therapy sessions designed to address the unique needs and challenges of stuttering, promoting effective communication and confidence.

Consultations

Our consultations offer personalized guidance and support for individuals who stutter, and members of their community, aiming to provide effective strategies and resources for improved communication and further education on stuttering.

Mentoring Programs

Our mentoring programs are designed to provide ongoing support and guidance for speech-language pathologists working with individuals who stutter. Through courses and events, we willl help you feel more prepared to work with individuals who stutter. 

FAQs

Common Questions

Is tele-therapy confidential?

Yes, tele-therapy sessions are confidential to provide a safe and trusting space for open communication and growth.

How long are tele-therapy sessions?

The duration of tele-therapy sessions may vary based on individual needs, typically lasting between 30 to 45 minutes.

What issues can tele-therapy address?

Tele-therapy is geared toward providing short-term care with long-term follow up. An initial block of sessions provides effective strategies for successful communication, while long-term follow-up ensures that the individual has access to a specialist throughout their journey.

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