Speech and Language Therapy for Kids
Articulation
Speech clarity is a vital component in a child's self actualization because speech is the primary mode of communication for most people.
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Children are expected to speak more and more clearly as they grow up:
At age 2, 50% clear to new listeners
At age 3, 75% clear to new listeners
At age 4, 95% clear to new listeners
Auditory Habilitation
Language therapy for children with hearing loss and auditory processing disorder should include exercises that help attune his/her listening skills, once proper amplification is established. Hearing accurately and listening practice are prerequisites to speaking clearly and responding cohesively.
Language Therapy
While some kids seem to pick up language through osmosis, others need a more direct approach to learning the patterns of spoken English.
If English is not your first child's first language, see the link below to find a therapist who speaks other languages!
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Executive Functioning
One's ability to control impulses, regulate emotions, adapt to unforeseen changes, and be a flexible thinker impacts his or her ease in learning new things. I often incorporate work on these skills in speech therapy because learning a new habit requires a child to stop and think. I love working with parents and caregivers (nannies, grandparents, etc) to incorporate these strategies at home.
Pre-audiology appointment
I can help you gather important information about your child's speech perception ahead of your audiology appointment to make the most of your visit. Most kids have a limited attention span for the audiology booth; if we can determine the most important frequencies to test first, your child is more likely to get accurately programmed hearing aids or cochlear implants.
Other services
I have background and training in the following areas of communication differences and disorders:
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Apraxia of speech
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Stuttering
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Autism Spectrum differences
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Receptive language delay
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Preschool literacy + speech
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Accent modification (adults)
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