Speech / Articulation Support

Many children have speech sound errors, speech which may sound different from their peers, and/or speech which may be difficult for listeners to understand.

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As children grow older and practice using speech and language, they usually have more clear sounds and more understandable speech. A speech sound assessment will help identify which sounds or patterns your child is using and which are challenging. Then these may be compared with what one would expect for a child of the same age. If it is found that your child has speech difficulties that should have been mastered by their age, speech therapy would likely be recommended.

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Some children have noticeable stutters, differences in voice quality, and/or nasal-sounding voices. These speech areas may be assessed and treated as well.

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Speech therapy often includes parent training, direct practice activities, and strategies to use at home or at school on a daily basis. Daily practice of speech activities with an adult has been shown to make a significant difference in how well and quickly a child may improve speech skills.