About Us

Over the past decade, the need for feeding therapy has surged, with more children AND adults facing challenges related to eating, swallowing, and sensory aversions. At Speech Budds and Taste Budds, we recognize this growing need and have expanded our services to provide comprehensive, holistic care for every child with inclusivity.
We take a full-body approach from birth, pregnancy, delivery and milestones to get to the root of the problem, not just from the surface level. Our stellar services provide feeding, speech therapy, and myofunctional therapy to assess everything from tongue ties and chewing mechanics to swallowing difficulties and sensory sensitivities. Our goal is not just to help children eat but to ensure they experience food; building confidence, expanding diets, and fostering a lifelong healthy relationship with eating at home and in the community.
At Speech Budds and Taste Budds, we are more than therapy… we are partners in your journey. Let’s chat and eat! Contact us today to begin.

Lauren is the absolute BEST!!
As a surgeon who deals with the laser surgical treatment of infants through adults with tethered oral tissues (tongue ties, lip ties, etc) I trust Lauren to be my guiding light!
Lauren encompasses everything we look for in a healthcare professional, she lives and breathes her patients. Lauren is one of those human beings that has limitless bounds when it comes to making sure that her patients and their families achieve success. Whether it’s an infant, child, adolescent or adult, from soup to nuts Lauren will go above and beyond what is ever expected to make sure that they will thrive under her care. Success is the only way forward for Lauren’s patients. One example is how she is present during her patient’s surgical appointments with me, not only being there to support her families but to also help guide the functional aspects of the surgical procedures I perform so that we may be able to achieve optimal results as a team. I cannot recommend Lauren highly enough. She is clearly the Best of the Best of the Best!!! I am honored to have Lauren as my colleague.

Scott Siegel

Scott A. Siegel, M.D., D.D.S., FACS, FICS, FAAP Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Diplomate, American Board of Laser Surgery

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Why Choose Us?

We go beyond traditional therapy to create a supportive and engaging learning experience.

Personalized Therapy

We tailor each session to fit your child’s unique needs, ensuring meaningful progress.

    Individualized therapy plans tailored to each child’s needs
    Hands-on, community-based learning for real-world skill development
    Expert guidance in speech, feeding, and social skills therapy

Community-Based Learning

Our social thinking groups help children apply skills in real-world settings.

    Encourages peer interaction and teamwork
    Builds confidence through structured group activities
    Helps children transition into everyday social situations

Multidisciplinary Approach

We integrate speech, feeding, and social therapies to support full developmental growth.

    Combines speech, occupational, and feeding therapy
    Addresses both cognitive and sensory development
    Provides a holistic approach for well-rounded progress

Unlocking Potential Through Communication

Expert Speech & Language Programs by Lauren Merrill Budd

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our services, therapy approach, and more.

We offer speech therapy, feeding therapy, Myofunctional therapy, social skills development, community-based learning, and more.
Our services are designed for children of all abilities, from infants to adolescents, who need support with speech, feeding, or social skills.
Our social thinking groups take children into real-world settings to practice communication, problem-solving, and interaction skills.
Yes! We provide virtual sessions for families who prefer remote therapy options.
You can book a consultation by calling us, filling out the contact form on our website, or sending us an email.

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(917) 450-0303