May Centers for Children & Families Launch Speech and Language Therapy in Randolph and West Springfield, Mass.

06/2/25

Randolph and West Springfield, Mass. – [June 2, 2025] — May Institute is excited to announce the launch of Speech and Language Therapy services at its May Centers for Children & Families in Randolph and West Springfield, Massachusetts.

These services are now available to autistic children enrolled in the Centers’ ABA (applied behavior analysis) programs, as well as to children ages 2–12, with or without an autism diagnosis, who are not currently receiving ABA services, but can benefit from speech and language support.

“Communication is central to learning, social connection, and independence,” said Lauren C. Solotar, Ph.D., ABPP, President and CEO of May Institute. “By offering speech and language therapy, we’re expanding access to high-quality, individualized care that helps children build confidence, express themselves, and thrive in everyday life.”

Speech and language therapy helps children improve their ability to understand and use language, follow directions, pronounce words clearly, and engage in meaningful social interactions. For some children, therapy also includes support for using AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) devices to enhance independence and connection.

All therapy is delivered in-person by licensed speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in child-friendly settings. Services are fun and evidence-based, and are tailored to each child’s developmental level and communication goals.

Services include:

• Comprehensive evaluations and diagnoses of speech and language disorders
• Customized treatment plans based on each child’s needs and strengths
• Specialized expertise in AAC evaluations and therapy
• Collaboration with families, schools, and outside providers
• Parent coaching and opportunities to observe and participate in sessions

What families can expect:

• 30-minute sessions, one or two times per week based on need
• Flexible scheduling, including after-school appointments
• Insurance billing through MassHealth (additional plans coming soon)
• Private pay options available

Whether a child is working on their first words or building more advanced communication skills, May Institute’s integrated approach provides seamless, multidisciplinary care to support each child’s growth and success.

Immediate openings are available in both Randolph and West Springfield. For more information or to schedule an intake, visit our website.


About May Institute
May Institute is a nonprofit organization that is a national leader in the field of applied behavior analysis and evidence-based interventions, serving autistic individuals and those with other developmental disabilities, brain injury, and neurobehavioral disorders. Founded in 1955, May Institute provides a wide range of exceptional educational, clinical, and rehabilitative services across the lifespan.

For more information about May Institute’s programs and services, please visit www.mayinstitute.org or contact 800.778.7601.