Speechless

Speechless: How a Speech Therapist Lost Her Ability to Speak and Her Silent Struggle to Reclaim Her Voice and Life is a memoir by Vanessa Abraham, a Speech Pathologist who suddenly faced a rare neurological disease. Within a week, she went from being a mother and full-time employee to being unable to move, eat, or speak, relying entirely on others for care.

In this emotional narrative, Abraham recounts her month-long stay in the ICU, grappling with profound challenges as a mother. The anguish of being unable to care for, hold, or communicate with her child weighs heavily on her. She confronts the emotional toll of her condition, including the psychological impact of her ICU experience and Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS).

Abraham shares her mental struggles and feelings of isolation, but also chronicles her journey through rehabilitation, highlighting moments of resilience as she fights to reclaim her life. Her story offers profound insights into hope, fear, and the enduring strength of the human spirit amid adversity.

About the Author:
Vanessa Abraham, M.S. CCC-SLP, is a certified Speech Pathologist, author, speaker, and certified Neufit practitioner. With over 15 years of experience, she has helped children communicate using augmentative devices. After facing her own medical journey that left her unable to speak, she established a practice to support recovery from neurological disorders. Now, she shares her story through speaking events, empowering others to believe in their ability to heal. Learn more about Vanessa's work here: https://aneuhealing.com/