
Speech Therapy That Meets
You Where You're At
True Self Speech Therapy is a comprehensive
speech pathology practice in Providence, Rhode Island.
We specialize in adult voice, cognitive linguistics,
expressive/receptive language and dysphagia.
Diagnosis and therapy are provided on an individual basis, with treatment designed to meet personal needs and goals.
We work closely with clients in a person-centered environment and collaborate with other professionals to help facilitate optimal therapeutic outcomes.
SPEECH THERAPY
FOR ADULTS
OPTIONS FOR OFFICE
AND VIRTUAL THERAPY,
WITH LIMITED HOME VISITS
Voice
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Gender & Identity Affirming Voice Modification
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Voice Disorder Therapy
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Accent Modification
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Business and Professional Voice Training
Cognitive Linguistics
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Attention
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Memory
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Organization
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Problem-solving
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Reasoning
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Executive function
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Aging in Place
Dysphagia
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Swallowing disorder resulting from stroke, head or neck cancer, or neuro-degenerative diseases
Aphasia
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Difficulty understanding spoken or written language
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Difficulty sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings orally or in writing
ABOUT
Anne Shaknis Quirk, M.A., M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her)

Anne earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Studies at Fordham University, a Master of Arts degree in Public Communication at Fordham University, and Master of Science degree in Speech Pathology from CUNY Hunter in New York City.
Anne is licensed by the state of Rhode Island and is certified by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). She has treated in acute hospitals, subacute hospital rehab, outpatient rehab, skilled nursing facilities and home health. She has a background in on-air news radio in the NYC market and media relations for non-profits.
TESTIMONIALS
Clients Recommend
Donna R.
“I have really enjoyed our sessions. She is warm and caring. My feelings and opinions count when
I'm with her.”
Mai S.
“Anne's biggest benefit is her knowledge. All the suggestions she's made have been so helpful. Every time we saw her my mom was doing better.”
Ross L.
“Anne has been so helpful. She gave me strategies to use in everyday life that have been great. I always look forward to working with her.”