Texas Speech Lab
Clinical Speech-Language Pathology Services
Designed to meet the unique needs of every client.
Therapy Services
If you are seeking private speech therapy then you are in the right place.
The first step is to reach out and request an evaluation. If you have a current evaluation, I may be able to initiate therapy without the need to re-evaluate.
I can address communication needs in the areas of speech sounds, receptive and expressive language, stuttering and voice disorders.
I have two options for therapy: go to your home in-person or complete a virtual visit utilizing Google Meet.
I am offering therapy after school only. My availability is from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm Monday through Thursday. By appointment only.
Contact me: hello@txspeechlab.com
Consulting Services
The Special Education process in Texas can often be confusing and daunting for parents that are unfamiliar with school-based speech therapy services.
The SLP can consult with parents regarding the Special Education process and Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
Understand that students must QUALIFY for special education first, before receiving speech therapy services in the public schools. Parents can make a written request for a speech evaluation to their campus principal when a student's communication skills are adversely affecting their progress in the classroom.
The SLP is not a legal advisor. If parents need legal advice, seek out an attorney that specializes in special education law.
Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)
The SLP can complete an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) for parents when there is a need for such an evaluation.
Clinician Profile
Maria A. Shelkey
MBA, MS, CCC-SLP
Hello!
I have been a Speech-Language Pathologist for 16 years, primarily in the public schools.
I love helping kids be the best communicators that they can be! It is so fulfilling to see kids be understood by their loved ones, especially when they FINALLY make a breakthrough in therapy to get their words out clearly.
My favorite therapy tool is books! I use wordless picture books for kids of all ability levels because it prompts them to tell the story on their own. Check out CHALK by Bill Thompson for a fun story about a rainy day at a playground.
A little bit about my professional and educational credentials:
Graduated from Texas Woman's University with a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (MS).
Graduated from The University of Texas of the Permian Basin with a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA).
Graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's of Science (BS) in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Licensed in the State of Texas to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist by The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Licensure valid through 02/29/2026.
Certificate of Clinical Competence by The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) as a Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP). Valid through 12/31/2025.
I have met the 2020 ASHA certification standards for providing clinical instruction and supervision to individuals preparing for ASHA certification.
Member of the The Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA).