Allison B. Gelman, MA

Speech therapy isn’t always about correcting a lisp or helping after an injury. Sometimes it’s about fine-tuning the way we shape words, pacing conversations, or even navigating social cues that others take for granted. In a city where voices constantly overlap, having a space to work on clarity—whether for a child, an adult, or someone recovering from a setback—can feel like a quiet act of resistance. That’s the kind of work that happens at practices like this one, where the focus stays on the mechanics of sound and the confidence that comes with being understood.

Allison B. Gelman, MA, keeps an office at 77 E 12th St, New York, NY 10003, a stretch of the Village where the sidewalks hum with students and long-time residents alike. The neighborhood has a way of balancing energy with intimacy, and the address places the practice within walking distance of NYU and several subway lines, making it accessible without being swallowed by midtown crowds. Sessions here might cover articulation disorders, fluency challenges, or voice therapy, depending on what each person brings through the door.

Parents often seek out this kind of support when a child struggles with sounds that peers master effortlessly, while adults might arrive after a stroke or simply because they’re tired of repeating themselves. The work can also extend to accent modification or helping professionals—teachers, lawyers, performers—refine their vocal delivery. Whatever the reason, the goal remains the same: to make speaking feel less like a hurdle and more like the natural tool it should be.

To schedule a consultation or ask about availability, call (917) 817-5734. For directions, the map at this link will pinpoint the exact spot on East 12th Street. The building blends into the block like any other, but the conversations that start inside often lead somewhere unexpected.