Speech-language pathologist, also known as a speech therapist, have specific training and experience in treating many communication issues. What many people don’t realize, they also take on additional supportive roles with family and children. How a speech therapist can help your child The team at First Words Speech Therapy is dedicated to helping children overcome [...]
If a child is difficult to understand or has trouble saying sounds clearly, they may have a speech sound disorder. Most children should be able to say nearly all the speech sounds properly by 4 years old. Some sounds may take longer to learn such as, th, v, or z. Speech sound disorder is also [...]
If your child needs speech or language therapy, it can be overwhelming. What should you expect, what questions should you ask, how involved as a parent you should be, and how long will it take? Ask Questions Starting speech therapy can be intimidating for a child. From the initial evaluation through the process of therapy, [...]
As a parent here in Central Florida, you know your child best. You should have to worry about if your child has a speech - language problem or a late bloomer. You don't want to guess about something so important. It is best to have them seen by a speech-language therapist. You can talk over [...]
