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Welcome!
Hillside Speech Therapy is a neurodiversity-affirming pediatric private practice that provides family-centered speech and language therapy in Maine. At Hillside Speech, we use an evidence-based approach that celebrates a client's strengths while building upon areas of need. Our goal is to provide convenient, high quality care and supportive guidance for Maine families .
Speech-Language Therapy
Hillside Speech provides speech and language screenings, evaluations and individualized therapy services to children and families throughout the state of Maine.
School Contracts
Are you a Maine school district seeking reliable support for your students? Hillside Speech provides comprehensive speech and language services tailored to your districts needs.
Summer Sessions
Hillside Speech offers summer sessions to help your child maintain their hard-earned skills even after school is out.
Services
Speech-Language Therapy
Hillside Speech provides private speech and language screenings, evaluations and individualized therapy services to children and their families throughout the state of Maine.
School Contracts
Are you a Maine school district seeking support for your students? Hillside Speech provides comprehensive speech and language services tailored to your district's needs.
Summer Sessions
Summer sessions are geared to help your child maintain their hard-earned skills even after school is out. Therapy is scheduled around your family's summer activities and availability.
MEET THE OWNER
Jodi Evenson, M.A. CCC-SLP
Owner | Speech-Language Pathologist
Jodi is a Maine native and ASHA board-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over 25 years of experience. She earned Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Communication Disorders from the University of Maine and has worked in a variety of settings and states nationwide. Her diverse experience includes working with both children and adults in outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, schools, hospitals and home health.
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Jodi opened Hillside Speech Therapy in 2018 after
recognizing a need for improved access to convenient, effective
speech therapy for families throughout the state of Maine. She is passionate about focusing on a child's strengths and building confidence through child-led and play-based therapy approaches. She specializes in working with children ages 4+ with speech sound disorders. Her mission is to create trusting connections with her clients, collaborate with families and empower them with strategies to support their child’s development. Jodi can’t wait to help your child grow!
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How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?Every child learns to communicate at their own pace. If you have concerns, schedule a free consultation to discuss if an evaluation may be needed. The results of the evaluation will allow us to determine if your child needs speech therapy.
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Can we do private therapy in addition to the speech therapy my child receives at school?Yes! Many families take advantage of private therapy to supplement school sessions, especially during summer break, school vacations or if the amount of therapy time provided at school is limited. Private therapy is also an option if a child does not qualify for school-based services but concerns about speech-language development persist.
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Do you require an evaluation in order to begin?If an evaluation has been done within the past 12 months or your child has a current IEP, a full assessment may not be necessary. A copy of the evaluation report, along with any targeted goals and progress reports would be requested prior to beginning therapy.
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Where are sessions held?In-person sessions are provided at your child's preschool, daycare or private school in and around the Bangor/Brewer area. Families who prefer remote learning or are located outside our service area have the option to receive sessions via teletherapy using a secure telehealth platform. We're happy to provide more information and discuss which location might be best for you and your child.
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Do you accept insurance?At this time, Hillside Speech Therapy is private pay only. We accept credit, debit, FSA and HSA cards. Upon request, we will provide you with a medical receipt for your services which you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Please speak with your insurance company directly to discuss your specific plan's coverage and reimbursement policies for out-of-network services.
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What are the benefits of private pay services?Private pay services offer flexibility and personalized care. Insurance may not cover speech therapy fully, or could impose session limits and high costs. By paying privately, no referral from a physician is needed, which means we can get started right away!
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My pediatrician says we should “wait and see” if my child’s speech gets better. Is this the right thing to do?The “wait and see” approach is outdated. New research has shown that the earlier you get started with speech therapy, the better! If you have concerns about your child, reach out to us for a free consultation. We can help you determine if a speech therapy evaluation is warranted.
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How long is your waiting list?There is currently no wait for evaluations or therapy appointments. After school availability is limited.
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Do you provide services for adults?Yes! We offer services for adults under 65 on a case by case basis.
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