Speech-Language Therapy
Helping your child communicate with confidence
Every child develops communication skills at their own pace. However, differences in speech, language, voice, fluency, or social communication can sometimes make it harder for children to express themselves, understand others, participate in everyday activities, or connect with those around them.
At Little Communicators, we provide personalized speech-language therapy to help children develop the communication skills they need to participate more confidently at home, at school, and in their communities.
Our speech-language pathologists work with children experiencing a wide range of communication challenges, including speech and language disorders, stuttering, voice disorders, and more.
If you're wondering whether your child may benefit from speech-language therapy, the information below can help you recognize some common signs and determine whether an evaluation may be appropriate.
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Contact us to discuss your concerns and learn whether an evaluation may be appropriate.
How do I know if my child has a speech-language impairment?
Signs of a Language Disorder
- Does not smile or interact with others (birth and older)
- Does not babble (4–6 months)
- Makes only a few sounds or gestures, like reaching (7–9 months)
- Difficulty understanding what others say (10 months – on)
- Says only a few words (19 months – 2 years)
- Does not combine words (19 months – 3 years)
- Poor speech clarity (3–4 years)
- Trouble with early reading and phonological skills (5-6 years)
- Difficulty with grammar and syntax (preschool through high school)
- Struggles to retell stories and experiences (preschool through high school)
Signs of a Speech Sound Disorder
- Says p, b, m, h, d, n, t, k, g, w, ing, f, y incorrectly (2–3 years)
- Says l, j, ch, s, v, sh, z incorrectly (4 years)
- Says r, zh, th (voiced) as in “this” incorrectly (5 years)
- Says th (voiceless) as in “throw” incorrectly (6 years)
- Produces speech that is unclear, even to familiar people (2–3 years)
- Showing frustration when speaking to others
Signs of a Stuttering Disorder
- Repeats parts of words—“b-b-b-ball” for “ball”
- Stretches sounds out—“ffffff-farm” for “farm”
- Shows frustration when trying to get words out
- Extraneous blinking or grimacing when speaking
What to Expect
We start by getting to know your child, understanding your goals, and completing an evaluation if needed. Then, we create a personalized therapy plan and make sessions engaging, fun, and effective!
- Consultation
- Evaluation
- Plan
- Therapy
