We currently offer two teletherapy options:

  • Outpatient: We offer individual therapy sessions with our certified, licensed Speech-Language Pathologists. We are licensed to practice in many states, outside of Michigan (see full list below).
    • Many clients who choose this option usually do two or more hours per week.
  • Virtual Intensive Comprehensive Aphasia Program (available in limited states): An online-optimized version of the U-M Aphasia Program that offers the hallmarks of our in-person ICAP.
    • The program includes a minimum of 15 hours a week of intensive, individualized therapy with our licensed Speech-Language Pathologists.
    • Sessions are a minimum of two weeks.
    • For more details, see: U-M Aphasia Program Virtual ICAP Overview (PDF).

How do we get started?

We will conduct an initial interview to ensure teletherapy is a good fit for you. We may run a trial period, to ensure that teletherapy works well. We also ask that a care partner be available for the initial session, and ongoing (as needed) for support. We will work with you to determine how many sessions per week are best.

An online appointment is treated the same as an in-person appointment; because our spots are limited, we ask for 24-hour notice on cancellations so we can offer your spot to someone else if possible. Missed appointments without notice are subject to late cancellation fees.

What states are available for teletherapy?

We offer teletherapy to clients where UMAP clinicians hold licenses. That includes California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin, with other states pending.

Contact us for the most current list of available states as this can change over time.

What are the technical requirements?

A teletherapy client needs access to an updated computer or tablet with a stable internet connection, a camera, speakers or headphones, and a microphone.

How to get started

Contact the U-M Aphasia Program at (734) 764-8440 to inquire about teletherapy and to find out if our program might be a good fit for your needs.