The Step-by-Step Speech Sound Journey Explained for Families When parents first hear the words “articulation therapy” it can sound a little intimidating, like their child is about to enter a tiny vocal gym with very serious face workouts. But in reality, articulation therapy is often fun, motivating, playful, and tailored entirely to your child’s unique […]
Unlocking the Potential of Telehealth in Speech Pathology
As a parent, you want the best for your child, especially when it comes to their development and well-being. If your child is receiving speech therapy, you may be considering Telehealth appointments but are hesitant due to the perception that online sessions might not be as effective as traditional face-to-face therapy.
Speech Therapy Approaches for Late Talkers
From early childhood onwards, communication is a central part of life. We use language to share thoughts and feelings with others, and we also speak as a way to connect and make friends.
Understanding Childhood Speech Development
Speech development is a natural part of childhood. Most kids learn to talk progressively over many months, from pre-language sounds to first words, sentences, and complex language concepts.
Neurodiversity Terms to Know
Refers to having a style of brain functioning that falls within the societal
standards of ‘normal’.
Stuttering Information
Stuttering is a speech disorder that causes interruptions in the rhythm or flow of speech. The 3 types of stuttering are developmental stuttering, neurogenic stuttering, and
psychogenic stuttering.
Speech Sound Development
Speech sounds are like any other skill in communication development, they are learnt at different ages.
Speech Intelligibility
Speech intelligibility can be defined as how clearly a person speaks so their speech is
understood by listeners. The intelligibility of speech is measured through a percentage.
Autism Information
Autism is a difference in the brain that impacts how a person experiences and perceives the world around them. Autism presents differently in each person, including a range of strengths and weaknesses as well as intensity of how they experience the world and their Autism traits.
Neurodiversity Affirming Practice
Neurodiversity is a concept that regards differences in brain function and behaviour as part of the natural variation of the human population (Fung, 2011).