Chickadee Chatter Speech Therapy
Chickadee Chatter Speech Therapy
Where Confidence Takes Flight!
Speech therapy, feeding therapy, myofunctional therapy and AAC supports in Southern Maine.
Supporting children, adolescents, and young adults build skills and confidence indoors and out.
Let’s chat!
Have questions or concerns about your child’s communication, feeding, or development?
Our Mission
At Chickadee Chatter, communication is more than words—it’s connection, confidence, and authenticity.
We are eager to support children, adolescents and young adults feel confident with who they are, building real-life skills and connections along the way.
Neurodiversity-affirming care
Child-led & play-based therapy
Nature-inspired therapeutic approaches
Family-centered & relationship-driven
FAQ
Getting Started
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If you’re concerned about your child’s communication, trust your instincts! Chat with one of our specialists to help guide you with the next steps for your family.
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We work with infants to young adulthood. If you have an infant child in need of feeding therapy, a late-talking toddler, a school-aged child in need of literacy supports or a grown child who would benefit from extra support with executive functioning or real-life skills, we are eager to support everyone, from small to the tall!
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No, not always. Some insurance plans require a referral, but not all. Give us a call or chat with us — we’re happy to help you get started.
Therapy & Location
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Chickadee Chatter is all about helping your child shine! We blend evidence-based speech therapy with natural play, meaningful connection, and child-led learning—adding a little extra sparkle while supporting confidence, communication, and each child’s unique strengths in calm, supportive spaces.
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Speech therapy sessions are offered at our Springvale clinic (serving the Sanford area) and neighboring southern Maine and New Hampshire communities. We also offer outdoor therapy opportunities in Shapleigh, Waterboro, and surrounding rural Maine areas, depending on location and travel availability.
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Yes! Outdoor therapy sessions may be available at your home environment (when appropriate) and within travel range. We also offer outdoor group programs at select times throughout the year.
Reviews from Our Chickadee Families
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![Child balancing on a fallen tree trunk in a forest, holding a stick, wearing jeans, sneakers, and a striped long-sleeve shirt.]()
“...Absolutely amazing! She went out of her way to still see my son with my very limited schedule. My son has shown great progress and is always eager to see her every week. Highly recommend!"
Mother of 7-Year Old
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![A young girl and woman looking at a tablet together in a classroom, with educational posters and a tree with a deer illustration on the wall.]()
"So thankful for this amazing SLP! A year ago my daughter was barely communicating. She has helped her in so many ways! We are grateful for the hard work she’s put in to helping her get her voice!”
Mother of 2-Year Old
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![A young girl with blonde hair and blue eyes wearing a brown knit sweater, holding a framed alphabet chart with colorful letters, on a patterned rug and wooden floor background.]()
"Kat was wonderful and patient with our daughter. We could really see the change in her skill set in a short amount of time.”
Mother of 5-Year Old
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![A woman and three children at a outdoor activity table near a lake, with trees in the background. The woman is wearing a blue shirt and sunglasses, handling some string or thread, while a boy in a black shirt and gray shorts, wearing a black cap, holds a stick. Two younger children are in the background near the water.]()
"We’ve worked with six or more speech therapists over the years, and none have ever connected the way she has. Her ability to build trust, bring out the best in him, and make progress feel joyful is unmatched. We will never stop sharing how incredible she is!"
Mother of 12-Year Old
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![A girl reading a book in a colorful, house-shaped nook in a children's play area.]()
"Thank you for being someone my child feels safe with. They are always so excited to come and play, and they have made huge progress in so many areas this year."
Parent of 4-Year old
Our Story
Chickadee Chatter was created to offer families in rural Southern Maine a more connected, accessible, and affirming approach to speech and language support. Rooted in nature, play, and community, our practice meets children where they are—supporting communication, confidence, and growth in ways that feel meaningful and true to them.