Welcome to NewCastle Speech Services, PLLC
At NewCastle Speech Services, PLLC, we believe communication is one of the most important parts of everyday life. Every individual deserves the opportunity to express themselves clearly, connect confidently with others, and be heard. Our mission is to provide compassionate, personalized speech and language therapy services that empower children, teens, and adults to reach their fullest communication potential in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Located in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, NewCastle Speech Services proudly serves families throughout the Foothills, Western North Carolina, and Piedmont regions. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based therapy services tailored to the unique strengths, challenges, and goals of each individual we serve. Whether a client is working to improve speech clarity, language development, social communication, fluency, feeding skills, or overall confidence in communication, our experienced team is here to provide guidance, support, and expert care every step of the way.
Our team of nationally and state-licensed Speech-Language Pathologists and Speech-Language Assistants brings extensive experience, professional expertise, and genuine compassion to every therapy session. We understand that no two clients are alike, which is why we create individualized treatment plans designed specifically for each person’s communication needs. We believe therapy should be engaging, encouraging, and meaningful, helping clients feel confident and motivated as they progress toward their goals.
NewCastle Speech Services specializes in working with children who have specialized therapy needs, while also supporting teens and adults with a wide range of communication challenges. Our therapists have experience providing services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, language delays, phonological disorders, fluency disorders, social communication challenges, Deaf and Hard of Hearing communication needs, and many other speech and language disorders.
We proudly offer a comprehensive range of speech and language therapy services, including:
- Articulation Therapy
- Phonological Therapy
- Expressive and Receptive Language Therapy
- Pragmatic and Social Communication Therapy
- Fluency and Stuttering Therapy
- AAC and Communication Device Support
- Feeding and Swallowing Support
- Vocabulary Development
- Speech Sound Disorder Therapy
- Individualized Evaluations and Treatment Planning
To best meet the needs of our clients and families, we offer flexible therapy options including one-on-one sessions, group therapy opportunities, and convenient teletherapy services. Our goal is to make high-quality speech therapy accessible while creating a welcoming and supportive experience for every family we serve.
NewCastle Speech Services was founded by Becky Russell, MS, CCC-SLP, a Wilkes County native with more than 25 years of experience in Speech-Language Pathology. Becky created the practice from a passion for bringing experienced, compassionate speech therapy services to her hometown community and surrounding areas. Her dedication to helping individuals build confidence and improve communication skills continues to guide the mission and values of NewCastle Speech Services today.
We are proud to be a BBB-accredited business and an active member of the Wilkes County Chamber of Commerce. These partnerships reflect our commitment to professionalism, integrity, community involvement, and excellence in client care.
At NewCastle Speech Services, PLLC, we believe every voice matters. Our purpose is not only to improve communication skills, but also to help individuals gain confidence, build meaningful connections, and experience greater success in everyday life. We are honored to serve our community and look forward to supporting you and your family on your communication journey.
"There needs to be a lot more emphasis on what a child can do instead of what he/she cannot do."
Temple Grandin