Speech and Language Therapy
Speech-language pathologists, or SLPs, work with children and adults who have concerns or problems with talking, understanding, thinking, and swallowing. For children, concerns typically arise related to delayed development or an accident/illness. With adults, concerns usually arise with aging, an accident or a medical condition that impairs their ability to do what they used to be able to. A referral is needed from a medical provider prior to beginning speech and language therapy services so often a visit to your doctor is the first step in starting therapy.
Services
Alternative communication device assessment and training- Cognitive therapy for changes or declines
- Dementia therapy and training for caregivers
- Language use and understanding difficulty
- Parkinson’s therapy for voice loudness, speech clarity and swallowing
- Pediatric therapy for speech clarity, language use and developmental delays and disorders
- Speech clarity
- Swallowing difficulty
- Voice hoarseness, reduced loudness or lack of voice related to voice disorders or aging
Why should I choose Stewart Memorial?
The speech-language pathologists (SLPs) at SMCH are committed to providing specialized care that is tailored to your individual needs. Our speech-language pathologists continuously build on their professional skills to ensure they can meet patient needs for the highest level of care. Our speech-language pathologists have received advanced training and certifications in the following:
- Aging cognition management
- Aging voice therapy
- Deep Pharyngeal Neuromuscular Swallowing (DPNS) treatment
- McNeil Dysphagia (swallowing) treatment
- Parkinson’s voice therapy
What should I expect at my appointment?
The first appointment you have, we request that you arrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled therapy appointment time to allow for intake paperwork completion. Most therapy appointments are scheduled to give you 40 minutes of 1:1 time with your therapist so it is important to arrive on time. At times, the length of a session may fluctuate based on your individual situation.
At your initial appointment, you will complete intake information about your concerns, daily activities affected by it and medical history. After your intake is complete, your therapist will perform a personalized evaluation assessing your abilities with consideration for the daily aspects and important activities of an individual’s life. An individualized therapy plan is then developed to work towards your individual goals.
Meet Our Speech-Language Pathologists
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Rachel Judisch, MA, CCC-SLP
Therapy Services Director
1301 W. Main Street, Lake City, IA 51449
Phone: (712) 464-4247
Email: rjudisch@stewartmemorial.org
Education:
• Clinical Fellowship, Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, 2003
• Master of Arts, Speech-Language Pathology, The University of Iowa, 2002
o Traineeship, Iowa Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (ILEND), 2001
• Bachelor of Arts, Communicative Disorders, University of Northern Iowa, 2000
Professional Interests & Specialized Training:
• Adult intellectual disorders
• Alternative communication devices
• Cognitive intervention and caregiver training for dementia
• Deep Pharyngeal Neuromuscular Stimulation (DPNS) Dysphagia treatment
• Geriatrics
• Parkinson’s voice therapy
• Swallowing difficulty
• Voice dysfunction, including the aging voice
Personal Information and Interests:
• Running, hiking, skiing, design and reading
• Spending time with family and supporting their endeavors, i.e. taxi driver and Sherpa
• South Central Calhoun Community School (SCC) Assistant Track Coach
Community Involvement:
• Iowa Speech-Language-Hearing Association Member
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Therapy Association Member
• OT & PT Licensure Board Member, State of Iowa, since 2014
• Titan Youth Basketball and Volleyball coach
• SMCH Western Days Kid’s Dash Organizing Committee Member
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Courtney Schreck, MA, CCC-SLP
1301 W. Main Street, Lake City, IA 51449
Phone: (712) 464-4244
Education:
• Master of Arts, Speech-Language Pathology, University of Northern Iowa, 2016
• Bachelor of Science, Communicative Disorders, University of Northern Iowa, 2014
Professional Interests & Specialized Training:
• Cognitive intervention
• Degenerative diseases
• McNeil Dysphagia Treatment Certified Therapist
• Parkinson’s voice therapy
• Pediatrics
• Swallowing difficulty
Personal Information and Interests:
• Kayaking, biking and walking her dog, Ryder
• Boating on Black Hawk Lake
• Spending time with friends and family
Community Involvement:
• Iowa Speech-Language-Hearing Association Member
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Member
• SMCH Rewards & Recognition Committee Member
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Emma Tunning, MA, CFY-SLP
1301 W. Main Street, Lake City, IA 51449
Phone: (712) 464-4244
Education:
• Master of Arts, Speech-Language Pathology, University of Northern Iowa, 2023
• Bachelor of Science, Communication Sciences & Disorders, University of Northern Iowa, 2021
Professional Interests & Specialized Training:
• Early intervention/pediatrics
• Head and neck cancer
• Dysphagia (swallowing difficulty) and dysphonia (voice therapy)
• Cognitive intervention
• Degenerative diseases
• Fluency disorders
Personal Information and Interests:
• Walking, reading, and baking
• Watching TV series Friends
• Spending time with friends and family
Community Involvement:
• Iowa Speech-Language-Hearing Association Member
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Member
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