Speech Language Pathologist Staff Spotlight: Zaina Khoury
At Open Lines®, our licensed speech language pathologists help children and adults rebuild their lives, improve their communication, and enhance their delivery. As a way…
Speech Therapy Articles
Open Lines® Partnering With National Aphasia Association to Offer Support Groups
Dr. Jessica Galano, speech-language pathologist, founder, and CEO of Open Lines Speech and Communication PC is partnering with the National Aphasia Association (NAA) to offer…
Open Lines® Founder Dr. Galgano Gives Interview on MichaelJFox.org
Open Lines®’ founder and CEO, Dr. Jessica Galgano, speech-language pathologist, recently gave an interview on MichaelJFox.org where she shared her insights on the link between…
Receptive vs. Expressive Language Disorders: What Is the Difference?
Language refers to our understanding of words and their meaning, as well as our use of language to communicate ideas and messages to others. Language…
Open Lines® Joins Leaders from Across the Globe at World Dysphagia Summit
In March, Dr. Jessica Galgano, founder and executive director of Open Lines Speech and Communication and one of LSVT Global’s international faculty instructors, joined leading…
Slurred Speech: What Causes Dysarthria?
Dysarthria refers to a group of disorders that affect the way speech sounds. It stems from neurological conditions that affect how muscles control and coordinate…
Speech Milestones: Month by Month Guide for Parents
It is common for new parents to wonder which sounds their infant or toddler should be making as they progress in age. While every child’s…
What Is Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA)?
Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) is a neurological disorder that affects a person’s ability to speak and communicate. This blog will dive into what causes PPA…
Sign Language: How to Teach Your Baby to Communicate
Many people think sign language is only used by people who have hearing loss. The truth is teaching sign language at an early age –…
How to Prepare for Your First Speech Therapy Appointment
Perhaps your toddler’s speech doesn’t sound as clear as their peers’ and you’re wondering if they will grow out of it, or if they need…