Why Teens Who Stutter Struggle More in Middle and High School—and How to Help Teens who stutter face new pressure and avoidance in school. Learn what changes in adolescence and how to support communication and confidence. Why Teens Who Stutter Struggle More in Middle and High School—and How to Help Stuttering can feel completely different at 13 or 16 than it did in early childhood. Middle and high school bring fast-moving conversations, social comparison, and higher academic

I Am Dismayed and Shocked by What I Hear About Stuttering Therapy By Lori Melnitsky, Speech-Language Pathologist, Specialist in Stuttering and Person Who Stutters As both a speech-language pathologist and someone who has lived with stuttering, I am deeply dismayed and honestly shocked by the stories I continue to hear from clients and families about their past experiences with stuttering therapy. The latest is a 17 year old who was told to not try speech therapy, rather strug

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP For many young adults with ADHD, navigating school, work, and life responsibilities can feel overwhelming. Deadlines pile up, routines fall apart, and motivation comes in unpredictable waves. Traditional advice doesn’t always stick—and that’s where ADHD coaching can make a powerful difference. Instead of trying to “fix” ADHD, coaching helps young adults understand how their brain works, build practical strategies, and unlock the strengths that co

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP When people start stuttering therapy, they often hope for fast results. It is natural to want fluency to improve quickly, but meaningful, lasting change takes time. Stuttering therapy is not a sprint with a quick finish line. It is a marathon that rewards steady effort, patience, and growth. I've been working on my communication and fluency skills for nearly my entire life. I'm still learning things along the way. 1. Real Progress Takes Consisten

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP For years, I wanted stuttering to go away with one quick trick. I tried every “shortcut” I could find—slowing down unnaturally, avoiding words, even staying silent when I really wanted to speak. Sometimes it seemed to help for a few minutes, but the stutter always came back. And worse, those quick fixes left me feeling frustrated and defeated. Now, after years as both a person who stutters and a speech pathologist specializing in stuttering, I kn

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP In person is not effective if it is something you keep trying and not being effective. Working with a...

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP If you or your child struggles with stuttering, you may be searching for the right kind of support. While many speech therapists provide general services, stuttering is a highly specialized area. Choosing a stuttering specialist  for therapy can make a world of difference in progress, confidence, and long-term success. Why a Stuttering Specialist for Therapy? Stuttering is more than just repeating sounds or getting “stuck on words.” It can impact

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP . 1. Truly Understand Stuttering as More Than Just Disfluency ·       - Recognize the true impact of...

What Makes My Private Stuttering Therapy Sessions Different When people find All Island Speech and Stuttering Therapy, they’re often...

By Lori Melnitsky, Speech-Language Pathologist and Person Who Stutters Stuttering is more than just repeating sounds or getting stuck on...

Here are strategies for managing speaking fear in social situations , especially if you stutter and feel paralyzed by fear: It takes...

By Lori Melnitsky, MA CC-SLP, Stuttering Specialist, Person who Stutter For people who stutter, the conversation around acceptance...

by Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP For most of my life, I wanted just one thing: fluency . I started stuttering when I was around 4 years old,...

What is Cluttering? Cluttering is when speech feels too fast, jumbled, or disorganized , making it hard for others to understand  you....

Stuttering can be a frustrating and isolating experience, especially for teenagers navigating school, friendships, and everyday...

For many years, I have dedicated my career to helping people who stutter find their voice and speak with confidence. As someone who has...

By Lori Melnitsky, MA CCC-SLP, stuttering specialist and person who stutters Being a teenager is hard enough—but being a teenager who...

Stuttering is more than just a speech difference; it can significantly impact career opportunities, professional growth, and workplace...

Is Stuttering the Same as Cluttering? Understanding the Differences Stuttering and cluttering are two speech disorders that are often...

Stuttering is one of the most puzzling speech disorders because it isn’t consistent. Many people who stutter experience moments of...