Group of five diverse children standing against a blue background, playfully holding colorful speech and thought bubbles to represent communication and self-expression.

Speech & language

services for children, adolescents & young adults

Group of five diverse children standing against a blue background, playfully holding colorful speech and thought bubbles to represent communication and self-expression.

Speech & language

services for children, adolescents & young adults

Group of five diverse children standing against a blue background, playfully holding colorful speech and thought bubbles to represent communication and self-expression.

Speech & language services

for children, adolescents &

young adults

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Speech & Language Services

Speech & Language Services

Speech & Language Services

Smiling young girl, around 6–8 years old, participating in a group speech therapy session with peers, seated at a table with books and crayons in a bright, welcoming classroom.
Smiling young girl, around 6–8 years old, participating in a group speech therapy session with peers, seated at a table with books and crayons in a bright, welcoming classroom.
Smiling young girl, around 6–8 years old, participating in a group speech therapy session with peers, seated at a table with books and crayons in a bright, welcoming classroom.

OUR MISSION

We believe everyone deserves the ability to express themselves

Through evidence-based techniques and individualized care, we guide clients on their journey to improved communication.

OUR SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Meet the heart of the practice

Risa Battino is Communication Connect’s dedicated speech-language pathologist, with over 20 years experience in helping individuals improve communication. With specialized training in stuttering, social communication, language disorders and speech sound disorders, Risa brings deep expertise and a personal touch to every session. Learn more about her approach and what inspires her work.

Learn more about us

Learn more about us

Learn more about us

Risa Battino, owner and speech-language pathologist at Communication Connect, smiling in a colorful, book-filled therapy space.
Risa Battino, owner and speech-language pathologist at Communication Connect, smiling in a colorful, book-filled therapy space.
Risa Battino, owner and speech-language pathologist at Communication Connect, smiling in a colorful, book-filled therapy space.

OUR SPEECH OFFERINGS

Comprehensive
Evaluations

Comprehensive
Evaluations

Comprehensive
Evaluations

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Group Therapy

Group Therapy

Group Therapy

Speech & Language Consults

Speech & Language Consults

Speech & Language Consults

Speaking Engagements

Speaking Engagements

Speaking Engagements

Comprehensive
Evaluations

Individual Therapy

Group Therapy

Speech & Language Consults

Speaking Engagements

Young 6 year old girl, smiling while playing with colorful blocks during a speech therapy session in a bright, child-friendly space.
Young 6 year old girl, smiling while playing with colorful blocks during a speech therapy session in a bright, child-friendly space.
Young 6 year old girl, smiling while playing with colorful blocks during a speech therapy session in a bright, child-friendly space.

OUR SERVICES

Get care tailored to your needs

We offer comprehensive services across every stage of life—from early childhood language development to school-age/adolescent language and literacy—as well as social communication and stuttering for all ages.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Real Stories, Real Results

Life Changing Transformation...

Working with Risa for over a decade has truly changed my life. I went from heavy blocks and no flow to speaking with clarity and confidence. Her patience, compassion, and skill made all the difference—she’s not only an incredible therapist—she’s a beautiful soul, inside and out.

Brittany

Client | young adult

Life Changing Transformation...

Working with Risa for over a decade has truly changed my life. I went from heavy blocks and no flow to speaking with clarity and confidence. Her patience, compassion, and skill made all the difference—she’s not only an incredible therapist—she’s a beautiful soul, inside and out.

Brittany

Client | young adult

Speaking With Confidence...

Risa’s expertise helped me find confidence in my speech for the first time. She is truly invested in her clients' success. I can’t thank her enough!

Shelbie

Parent | adolescent

Speaking With Confidence...

Risa’s expertise helped me find confidence in my speech for the first time. She is truly invested in her clients' success. I can’t thank her enough!

Shelbie

Parent | adolescent

  • Life Changing Transformation...

    "Working with Risa for over a decade has truly changed my life. I went from heavy blocks and no flow to speaking with clarity and confidence. Her patience, compassion, and skill made all the difference—she’s not only an incredible therapist—she’s a beautiful soul, inside and out."

    Brittany

    Client | young adult

  • Speaking With Confidence...

    "Risa’s expertise in stuttering helped my son find confidence in his speech for the first time. Her thoughtful, dedicated approach shows how truly invested she is in her clients' success. I can’t thank her enough!"

    Shelbie

    Parent | adolescent

  • A Caring Partner...

    Risa’s warm and creative approach made speech therapy something my daughter actually looked forward to. With her guidance, my daughter found her voice, overcame her stutter, and discovered a new confidence in how she communicates. We’re endlessly thankful for Risa’s care and impact.

    Jackson

    Parent | child

  • Life Changing Transformation...

    "Working with Risa for over a decade has truly changed my life. I went from heavy blocks and no flow to speaking with clarity and confidence. Her patience, compassion, and skill made all the difference—she’s not only an incredible therapist—she’s a beautiful soul, inside and out."

    Brittany

    Client | young adult

  • Speaking With Confidence...

    "Risa’s expertise in stuttering helped my son find confidence in his speech for the first time. Her thoughtful, dedicated approach shows how truly invested she is in her clients' success. I can’t thank her enough!"

    Shelbie

    Parent | adolescent

  • A Caring Partner...

    Risa’s warm and creative approach made speech therapy something my daughter actually looked forward to. With her guidance, my daughter found her voice, overcame her stutter, and discovered a new confidence in how she communicates. We’re endlessly thankful for Risa’s care and impact.

    Jackson

    Parent | child

Young adult male standing against a teal background, reading a yellow book titled “Speech Speed” as part of his speech therapy journey.
Young adult male standing against a teal background, reading a yellow book titled “Speech Speed” as part of his speech therapy journey.
Young adult male standing against a teal background, reading a yellow book titled “Speech Speed” as part of his speech therapy journey.
Playful pink speech bubble made of overlapping tape strips, used as a decorative image
Playful pink speech bubble made of overlapping tape strips, used as a decorative image
Playful pink speech bubble made of overlapping tape strips, used as a decorative image

WELCOME!

Services for

children, adolescents & young adults

WELCOME!

Services for

children, adolescents & young adults