Speech Therapy

Speech therapists, also known as speech-language pathologists, specialize in helping individuals improve their ability to communicate and safely swallow. They assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of challenges, including speech clarity, language comprehension, voice disorders, fluency issues, cognitive-communication skills, and swallowing difficulties. Whether working with children, adults, or seniors, speech therapists use evidence-based techniques and personalized treatment plans to strengthen communication, restore confidence, and improve quality of life. At Holy Cross Hospital’s Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Department in Taos, we are proud to provide these essential services to patients across Northern New Mexico.

  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Support

    Holy Cross Hospital in Taos provides augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) support for individuals with severe communication impairments. Our therapists help patients explore devices, tools, and strategies that allow them to express themselves reliably and meaningfully. Through the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Department, we offer training and ongoing support to individuals and families in Taos […]

  • Fluency Therapy

    For individuals struggling with stuttering or disfluency, Holy Cross Hospital in Taos offers specialized fluency therapy. Patients learn effective strategies to improve speech flow, reduce tension, and build confidence in communication across all settings. Available through the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Department, this service supports both children and adults in Taos and Northern New Mexico […]

  • Voice Therapy

    Voice therapy at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos addresses issues with vocal quality, pitch, loudness, and breath support. Our speech-language pathologists provide evidence-based techniques to restore vocal strength, reduce strain, and promote healthier voice use for speaking, singing, or professional needs. Offered through our Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Department, this service is available to patients […]

  • Swallowing (Dysphagia) Therapy

    The Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Department at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos provides comprehensive swallowing therapy for patients with dysphagia. Services include thorough evaluations, such as modified barium swallow studies, and individualized treatment plans to promote safe and efficient eating and drinking. Our dedicated team serves patients across Northern New Mexico, helping reduce risks like […]

  • Cognitive-Communication Therapy

    Cognitive-communication therapy is available at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos for individuals experiencing challenges with memory, attention, problem-solving, or executive functioning. Our team helps patients develop practical skills to manage conversations, daily tasks, and social interactions more effectively. This service, offered through the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Department, supports residents of Taos and Northern New […]

  • Language Therapy

    Language therapy at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos supports patients who experience difficulties with word-finding, comprehension, or expression. Our licensed speech-language pathologists provide personalized strategies to strengthen understanding of spoken and written language, while also improving the ability to express thoughts clearly. Serving Taos and communities throughout Northern New Mexico, our Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation […]

  • Speech Therapy

    Speech therapy at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos helps individuals improve clarity, articulation, and communication confidence. Our skilled speech-language pathologists work with patients to strengthen speech muscles, refine pronunciation, and address voice disorders that may affect everyday interactions. Offered through the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Department, this service supports both children and adults across Taos […]

  • Dysphagia

    Swallowing is a complex process. Under normal circumstances, we swallow about 500 to 2000 times daily. Swallowing requires the concerted actions of about 50 pairs of muscles and 5 main cranial nerves (nerves in the skull). People with “dysphagia” have difficulty swallowing and may even experience pain while swallowing. Some people may be completely unable to […]

  • Speech, Language & Swallowing Therapy

    Speech, language and swallowing rehabilitation is a service provided by a speech-language pathologist. speech-language pathologists are licensed in the evaluation and treatment of language, articulation, voice, stuttering and swallowing disorders. At Holy Cross Medical Center, we are fortunate to have a team of speech-language pathologists who diagnose and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders.