Speech therapy usually begins with an assessment by an SLP who will identify the type of communication disorder and the best way to treat it. Speech therapy for children For your child, speech therapy may take place in a classroom or small group, or one-on-one, depending on the speech disorder. Speech therapy exercises and activities vary depending...Read More

Are you sure that you are pronouncing all of your words correctly?  If you are interviewing for a job, going on a date, or trying to make a good first impression, it’s vital that you are confident in your speech and pronunciation skills. Chances are, you may be mispronouncing at least one of the words below....Read More

Many children exhibit speech problems early in their development and parents understandably worry about the child’s well-being and later success in school. If you’re concerned about language issues with your child the first thing you’ll want to do is consult a professional. They can help you identify strategies that will work best for the particular...Read More

Common types of adult speech impairment There are many different types of speech impairment and speech disorders, including: apraxia (AOS), which is a neurological disorder that makes it difficult for someone with the condition to say what they want to say correctly dysarthria, which is slurred or choppy speech spasmodic dysphonia, which can cause your...Read More

Confused about speech and language developmental milestones?  The Low-down on Developmental Milestones I remind parents that milestones are guidelines, not hard-and-fast rules. They represent ages at which most children –– but certainly not all –– master specific skills. Remember, too, that speech and language skills are pieces of an enormous (and complicated!) puzzle. Kids are...Read More