Emerge Speech & Language
Specialized treatment for Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Speech sound disorders, and language delays
Emerge Speech & Language was created by an speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience, to help Pittsburgh children and their families navigate the challenges of overcoming speech and language difficulties. Our collaborative, play-based approach will help your child find their voice, in a positive and fun filled environment.
Licenses/Certifications
 ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)
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Bio
Susan is a pediatric speech-language pathologist with 20 years of experience helping children find their voices. She brings a wealth of experience to her work with children ranging in age from early intervention through school age. Susan has a passion for connecting with young children and their families – rooted in the belief that true progress is the result of collaboration between child, parent, and therapist. Sessions are always wrapped up by connecting with the parent, and providing meaningful carry over strategies. Susan utilizes a play based approach to therapy, scaffolding children’s emerging skills in a fun and engaging way.
Susan specializes in the treatment of apraxia of speech, speech sound disorders, and receptive/expressive language delays. She has experience working with low and high tech AAC (augmentative alternative communication) options as well, including core boards, picture exchange systems and speech generating devices.
Susan lives in the East End of Pittsburgh, with her three children and a Great Dane. When she’s not wrangling the chaos of three kids, she enjoys spending time with friends, buying plants she doesn’t have room for, and city living!
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Payments Accepted
Highmark health insurance, private pay
Hours
9-6
Website
Jess, Pittsburgh
We have had the pleasure of working with an exceptional Speech-Language Pathologist, Susan Houston, and I cannot overstate the positive impact she has had on my son’s journey with speech apraxia. From the very first session, Susan demonstrated a deep understanding of the challenges associated with apraxia and brought a level of expertise, patience, and compassion that immediately put both my son and our family at ease. She took the time to thoroughly assess his individual needs and tailored each therapy session with thoughtful care and creativity, ensuring that the work was both effective and engaging.
Jessica l, Pittsburgh
What truly sets Susan apart is her unwavering commitment and ability to connect with children on a personal level. My son looked forward to each session, which speaks volumes about the trusting and supportive relationship she’d built with him. We had seen remarkable progress in his ability to form words and communicate with confidence, and much of that credit goes to her consistent encouragement and skillful approach. We feel incredibly lucky to have had her as a part of our support system, and I wholeheartedly recommend Susan Houston to any family navigating the challenges of speech therapy.”
-Jessica L.
Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Speech-Language Therapy
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Apraxia
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Child Speech/Language Disorders
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Developmental Delays
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Motor Speech Disorders
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Speech Sound Disorders
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