McLean Speech Language Services

McLean Speech Language Services McLean Speech and Language Services is a full service, private speech practice in the Northern Virgi

The longest day of the year is a great time to slow down, explore, and learn through everyday moments!🌱 Plant seeds and ...
06/17/2026

The longest day of the year is a great time to slow down, explore, and learn through everyday moments!

🌱 Plant seeds and talk about what they need to grow

🌸 Press flowers and describe their colors, shapes, and textures

📏 Measure your shadow in the morning and again in the evening

🦋 Go on a nature walk and name everything you see

📚 Read a favorite book outside

🌅 Watch the sunset and share your favorite part of the day

Every conversation, question, and new experience helps build language skills. Enjoy the extra sunshine!

Wednesday Wisdom✨Progress in speech and language development often happens this way. Growth is built through consistent ...
06/17/2026

Wednesday Wisdom✨

Progress in speech and language development often happens this way. Growth is built through consistent practice, patience, and perseverance- even when changes seem small. Then one day, a new word is spoken, a conversation flows more easily, or confidence shines through.

Trust the process. Every step forward matters.

🎙️We recently joined the More Than Words podcast to talk about auditory processing and a question we hear often from par...
06/15/2026

🎙️We recently joined the More Than Words podcast to talk about auditory processing and a question we hear often from parents:

“If my child passed their hearing test, why do they still have trouble following directions or listening in noisy environments?”

In this episode, we discuss what auditory processing is, signs families and teachers may notice, and strategies that can help children succeed at home and in the classroom.

If this sounds familiar, give it a listen—we hope it helps bring some clarity and direction. 🎧

Did you know Best Friends Day is June 8?👯‍♀️To listen is to love.One of the greatest gifts we can give a friend is our a...
06/06/2026

Did you know Best Friends Day is June 8?👯‍♀️

To listen is to love.

One of the greatest gifts we can give a friend is our attention. Listening helps children build friendships, strengthen communication skills, and create meaningful connections.

Here’s to the friends who make us feel heard. 🌊💬

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Most of our lives are made up of countless moments, experiences, and memories — and sometimes the hardest moments can fe...
05/20/2026

Most of our lives are made up of countless moments, experiences, and memories — and sometimes the hardest moments can feel bigger than they really are.💚

This Mental Health Awareness Month, remember: one difficult moment does not define your whole story. Healing, growth, support, and hope are part of the bigger picture.

Fresh air, movement, and sunshine 🌿☀️ As the school year winds down and summer approaches, don’t forget how important ou...
05/16/2026

Fresh air, movement, and sunshine 🌿☀️ As the school year winds down and summer approaches, don’t forget how important outdoor play is for speech, language, learning, and connection. Happy almost summer from McLean Speech & Language!

Today we celebrate Yoda, our favorite therapy dog, on her birthday 💚✨ In true Yoda fashion, she reminds us: “Calm, you...
05/04/2026

Today we celebrate Yoda, our favorite therapy dog, on her birthday 💚✨

In true Yoda fashion, she reminds us:
“Calm, you will feel. Comfort, you will find. Stronger together, we are.”

On this May 4th, may the Fourth be with you—and may Yoda’s gentle spirit bring a little more peace, patience, and joy to everyone she meets 🐾

Happy Birthday, Yoda! 🎉

Happy National Therapy Dog Day!🐾🌸Spring is in full bloom, and so is the joy Yoda brings to our sessions at McLean Speech...
04/30/2026

Happy National Therapy Dog Day!🐾🌸
Spring is in full bloom, and so is the joy Yoda brings to our sessions at McLean Speech & Language 💙

From comforting cuddles to confidence-boosting moments, Yoda helps make therapy a place kids love to be.

As we wrap up April, we want to take a moment to recognize the people who keep everything running smoothly behind the sc...
04/28/2026

As we wrap up April, we want to take a moment to recognize the people who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes💛

Today, we’re spotlighting Teresa, who plays an essential role in supporting both our clinicians and the families we serve, helping create a welcoming and organized experience each day.

We’re so grateful for all that you do—this week and every week.

🌸Spring Vocabulary Targets🌸Easy words to practice this month: flower, rain, bunny, garden, sunshine, butterflyTry this a...
04/20/2026

🌸Spring Vocabulary Targets🌸

Easy words to practice this month: flower, rain, bunny, garden, sunshine, butterfly

Try this at home:
Label what you see
Add one more word (“yellow flower,” “big bunny”)
Model short phrases (“I see a butterfly!”)

Simple, everyday moments = real language growth 💬

Address

6845 Elm Street, Suite 440
McLean, VA
22101

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+17037340211

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