Stuttering Demystified & Beyond

Lori Melnitsky
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Yes, I stutter. I have been a licensed speech pathologist for 30 years. My career started out as an unhappy accountant. Being told I would never be able to communicate due to stuttering, I proved them all wrong. My goal is to increase stuttering education and help all who stutter as well as learning about ADHD. I am a life and ADHD coach for ambitious women/college students. I own All Island Speech and Stuttering Therapy and online via tele health. I am licensed in NY, NJ, CT, PA, CA, MA www.allislandspeech.com https://linktr.ee/allislandspeech

  1. FEB 10

    Episode 99: Lori Talks to Her Former Client, Arsal About His Stuttering Journey

    In this episode, Lori sits down with her former client, Arsal, to talk about his 10+ year journey with stuttering — from struggling with his speech to building confidence and learning to speak publicly. Arsal currently attends NYU and is studying business.

    33 min

  2. JAN 26

    Episode 98: How to Help Children Who Stutter (Kindergarten Through Second Grade)

    In this episode, Lori discusses the importance of starting stuttering therapy at a young age and why the early years are so critical. She explores the emotional side of stuttering too, including feeling stuck, being shy, and struggling to express thoughts and feelings, and shares how supportive communication can make a lasting difference.

    8 min

  3. 12/13/2025

    Episode 97: College Is Hard Enough—Stuttering Shouldn’t Make It Harder

    Lori shares what it was like navigating college while stuttering and offers practical advice and tools to help students feel more confident and supported. For more information about her Talk It Up! adult stuttering program, click here. Adult Stuttering Program | All Island Speech

    10 min

  4. 12/10/2025

    Episode 96: Does My Teen Who Stutters Need Therapy?

    Lori breaks down the confusion, fear, and frustration teens often face with stuttering—and what signs suggest they might benefit from therapy. She highlights the importance of perseverance, confidence-building, and giving teens tools to communicate with more ease. Perfect for parents, educators, and anyone supporting a teen who stutters.

    9 min

  5. 12/01/2025

    Episode 95: Talk It Up Program: From Stuttering to Helping Others

    The Talk It Up! Fluency Program is designed specifically for people struggling with stuttering. The program provides tools to speak with less tension, strategies for real-world situations (like interviews, phone calls, and introductions), and support from someone who truly understands the journey. You’ll build confidence in expressing yourself — stutter and all — and gain the courage to stop avoiding the moments that matter.Audrey

    11 min

  6. 10/22/2025

    Episode 94: The Power of Family: Why Parental Involvement Shapes Therapy Success

    In this episode, Lori discusses the vital role parents and families play in the therapy process. She explains why their involvement is essential for progress and how the lack of it can slow or even halt improvement.

    11 min
  7. Episode 93: No Shortcuts: The Path to Long-Term Stuttering Success

    09/17/2025

    Episode 93: No Shortcuts: The Path to Long-Term Stuttering Success

    For years, I wanted stuttering to go away with one quick trick. Sometimes these "tricks" seemed to help for a few minutes, but the stutter always came back. And worse, those quick fixes left me feeling frustrated and defeated. Now, after years as both a person who stutters and a speech pathologist specializing in stuttering, I know this: lasting change doesn’t come from quick fixes. It comes from courage, consistency, and support.

    10 min

  8. 09/15/2025

    Episode 92: Do you worry about the future with your child stuttering?

    It’s natural for parents to worry—especially when their child stutters. The questions, uncertainties, and fears can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. In this episode, we’ll walk through the journey together, offering reassurance, guidance, and hope along the way.

    7 min
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Yes, I stutter. I have been a licensed speech pathologist for 30 years. My career started out as an unhappy accountant. Being told I would never be able to communicate due to stuttering, I proved them all wrong. My goal is to increase stuttering education and help all who stutter as well as learning about ADHD. I am a life and ADHD coach for ambitious women/college students. I own All Island Speech and Stuttering Therapy and online via tele health. I am licensed in NY, NJ, CT, PA, CA, MA www.allislandspeech.com https://linktr.ee/allislandspeech

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