Speech Therapy & Social Connection
Inclusive speech therapy and community outings that build confidence, connections, communication, and independence.
Speech and language therapy and community activities in Hoboken for school-aged children, teens, and young adults of all abilities, designed to support communication, relationships, and daily independence.
Meet Michelle
Hi, I’m Michelle, a bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist dedicated to helping individuals grow communication skills, confidence, and meaningful connection.
I’m passionate about creating opportunities for teens and young adults with communication challenges to continue growing socially and independently beyond the classroom through meaningful therapy and community experiences.
With experience across schools, clinics, teletherapy, and specialized programs, I provide compassionate and personalized support designed around each client’s goals and strengths.
Our Mission
Inspired by her cousin, Michelle created this practice with a special passion for supporting teens and young adults with intellectual and developmental differences. We understand after high school and outside of the traditional classroom setting, many individuals and families are left with fewer resources and opportunities.
Our goal is to provide an inclusive environment that encourages confidence, communication, independence, and real world connection.
Through individual therapy, group sessions and community based experiences, clients have opportunities to build communication skills in meaningful everyday settings, from conversations with peers to practicing independence in places like local coffee shops, restaurants, and other social environments.
Our Services
Communication is an important part of connection, confidence, and independence at every stage of life. We provide individualized and functional speech therapy services and community activities for clients of all ages and abilities seeking thoughtful and high quality care.
Our specialty is supporting teens and young adults of all abilities and varying communication needs, with a unique focus on social and community based group experiences designed to build real life communication skills, everyday confidence, and meaningful relationships.
Through guided group and individual sessions, clients have opportunities to practice conversation skills, strengthen social skills, build friendships, and participate in engaging activities in a supportive and welcoming environment. Therapy and community outings are designed to encourage growth while creating a true sense of connection and community.
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Comprehensive speech and language evaluations designed to better understand communication strengths, challenges, and goals. Each evaluation includes personalized recommendations and a clear plan for next steps to support meaningful progress.
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A one to one setting where the client works directly with the therapist on individualized skills and goals to improve overall communication, language, and social skills.
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A small group setting where clients and the therapist interact to improve overall social skills and communication skills through a therapeutic group approach .
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Supportive small group experiences designed to build confidence, connections, and independence in real life settings. Outings may include visits to coffee shops, restaurants, or community spaces where individuals can practice real life skills (ex: placing an order, asking for directions, starting conversations) and engage in social interactions, while strengthening everyday independence skills in a guided environment.
Current Groups & Community Programs
Communication Therapy & Connection offers small-group and community-based programs lead by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, designed to support communication, confidence, independence, and meaningful connection in everyday settings.
Small Group Therapy Programs
Social Group
A weekly group focused on strengthening social skills, conversation skills, and peer connection.
Life Skills Group
A weekly group focused on building everyday confidence, practical life skills, job readiness, and communication in a supportive environment.
Community Groups & Outings
Brunch Bunch
A monthly community outing focused on building relationships, social communication, and practicing real-life skills such as ordering and interacting in public settings.
Game Club
A weekly get-together focused on friendship and having fun in a supportive group setting.
Coffee Talk
A monthly community outing designed to strengthen conversation skills, confidence, and meaningful social connection in a local coffee shop .
Craft Club
A weekly creative group focused on establishing connections and self-expression through hands-on activities.
Summer 2026 dates out now!
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Licensed in Connecticut and New Jersey with over 8 years of experience across schools, clinics, teletherapy, and specialized programs.
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A unique focus on helping individuals with intellectual and developmental differences build friendships, confidence, and real-world communication skills through inclusive, structured, and functional group events and social settings.
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Support goes beyond traditional therapy by practicing communication and social skills that can be used in the community and throughout everyday life.
CTC highlights flexibility by meeting in local community spaces, virtually, or in-home, whatever works best for our clients!
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Each client is supported based on their individual strengths, goals, and level of independence.
Services can be offered weekly or monthly depending on the level of need which allows us to maintain a client centered approach to therapy.
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Credentials include a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology, and Master of Science degree in Communication Disorders.
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Therapy and support available in both English and Spanish.
Why Choose Communication Therapy & Connection
Get in Touch
We’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re ready to begin services, have questions, or would like more information, fill out our form and we’ll be in touch soon.
Once your inquiry has been received additional details will be provided based on the service or program selected.
We also offer a free 10 minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.
Please note: At this time, all programs and services are private pay. Insurance is not accepted but a superbill can be provided upon request.