About picture showing John Burke SLP with spouse Mary
My wife Mary and me, of 44 years

Welcome to SpeechTherapy.org, a website dedicated to sharing knowledge and insights about speech therapy. My name is John Burke, and I’m a retired speech-language pathologist. I have over 28 years of experience helping children and adults overcome communication challenges.

About me:

  • Retired speech-language pathologist with 28 years of experience
  • Father of three and grandfather of four
  • Vietnam 101st Airborne (1968)
  • Earned BA in English, Philosophy, and K-12 Education Certification from Fordham University
  • Earned MA in Communication Science from Montclair State University
  • Former Cobol programmer and PR/fundraising specialist for individuals with intellectual disabilities
  • Worked with diverse clients, from children with autism to adults with strokes and head trauma
  • Experience treating a wide range of disorders, including articulation, language, feeding and swallowing
  • Utilized augmentative communication and provided early intervention services

My approach to speech therapy is grounded in the belief that every individual deserves personalized care. Furthermore, I’ve always strived to develop innovative techniques and technologies to help my clients achieve their goals. This includes creating specialized software for augmentative devices.

Now, as a retired professional, my mission is to share the knowledge and insights I’ve gained. SpeechTherapy.org is a testament to the countless individuals I’ve had the honor of serving. I hope it serves as a valuable resource for you and your loved ones.