SLS
Who We Are
Speech and Literacy Solutions offers private diagnostic and therapeutic services for clients with various speech-language delays and disorders. We serve children starting at 2 years old/preschool age and specialize in reading therapy for students with Dyslexia and reading delays. Our passion for reading instruction is reflected in our expertise, with Stephanie being a certified provider of the Lindamood Bell Seeing Stars, Lindamood Bell LiPS, and TLC Lively Letters programs. She is also a member of the International Dyslexia Association. We provide intervention services for children aged 5-14, aligned with general education standards in public schools and Title 1 elementary and middle charter schools.
Services We Provide
Speech & Language Therapy
We provide specialized therapy for children with speech delays, articulation, stuttering, phonological processes, receptive and expressive language delays, and pragmatics.
Reading Intervention
We provide reading intervention using evidence-based practices to enhance reading level, fluency, word reading, phonics, phonological awareness, spelling, and writing.
Advocate Services
In addition to the services provided, as a company, we have seen the need to assist parents throughout the IEP and 504 processes. Providing advocate services helps you as a parent feel more prepared and confident going into your child’s meetings at their school.
Free consult
Free 15 minute phone call where we will discuss your questions, concerns, and provide guidance for next steps for your child during their IEP/504 process.
Strategy session
Using information you provide us, we will create a plan to present to the school, including all the wanted and required aspects of the documents.
IEP review and analysis
Before the meeting, we will review the draft IEP/504 the school provides and ensure that it includes discussed items and that it is written effectively for your child to receive their proper services.
IEP Meeting participation
We will provide direct advocacy during a school -based IEP meeting. We will attend the meeting and assist you to ensure expectations are met.
Testimonials
"SLS has been an absolutely pleasure for our son to work with the last two years. They successfully create a fun environment their young clients enjoy while working with them to overcome their speech difficulties. I’m amazed at what they have helped our son accomplish!”
–Andrea C
“We can’t speak higher praise for helping our children navigate learning. To say we would be lost without SLS is an understatement. This practice fosters an environment that makes the learning fun. My oldest started knowing minimal letters in Kindergarden and graduated her reading program 2 years later reading above grade level. We are beyond grateful.”
-Mackenzie M
"My daughter had been in private tutoring since she was in kindergarten and still in 4th grade she was struggling at school with reading. After 6 months with SLS, my daughter significantly increased her test scores, her grades, and her confidence at school. She is now in middle school and is now on the A honor roll.
Once I saw my daughter’s progress, I brought my son to SLS. Stephanie has been so patient working with him and being his advocate with his teachers and his IEP case manager. She always gives me advice on what is best for him in the school system. Stephanie is my kids’ biggest fan and really goes out of her to make sure my kids are staying on track and making strides. We are so lucky to have found her.”
– Katie M.
“Stephanie started out helping my daughter as a toddler with her speech after numerous ear infections. She was so successful and was so beloved by my daughter that we were her first client for reading and writing tutoring also. We were with SLS for many many years and you won’t find a more incredible Speech & Language Therapy nor better reading and writing tutoring!”
-Carrie C
Meet Us
Stephanie Zalich
M.S. CCC-SLP
Stephanie Zalich attended the University of South Florida where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Speech-Language Pathology. She holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is licensed to practice speech pathology in the state of Florida.
Abbie Stankiewicz
B.A. SLPA
Abbie Stankiewicz attended the University of South Florida where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She is beginning her Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Speech-Language Pathology this fall. She is licensed to practice as a speech language pathology assistant in the state of Florida.
Cait Ruiz
ESE Lead
Caitlin Ruiz attended La Salle University in Philadelphia, PA where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and a Master of Arts in both Elementary and Special Education (M.Ed). She served 7 years as a special education teacher and Individualized Education Plan case manager and over 3 years as a math interventionist. This is her 13th year in education as an Exceptional Student Education Lead. She not only sees Special Education from the school side, but also as a parent of a child who has been identified with special needs.
Connect with us
730 S Sterling Ave Unit 201
Tampa, FL 33609
813-503-1823
speechandliteracysolutions@gmail.com
Speech & Literacy Solutions