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Does your child…
- Say very few words or not any at all?
- Struggle to get the words out?
- Have speech that is difficult to understand?
- Pronounce certain sounds incorrectly or not at all?
- Struggle to express his/her thoughts?
- Struggle to understand what you say?
- Have a hard time with balance and coordination?
- Face obstacles in playing with other children or have lasting friendships?
- Struggle to manage emotions and self-regulate?
- Have a hard time with getting dressed or holding utensils?
- Struggle with feeding?
Super Talkers is here to save the day!
If we can’t help your child, we’ll connect you with another specialist who can. Our success is based solely on the success of the families we treat, and we’re here to guide you.
Speech-Language Therapy
What is Speech and Language Therapy?
Speech and language therapy is a specialized service that helps children develop and improve their communication skills. It focuses on enhancing speech clarity, language comprehension, expressive language, and social communication abilities.
Why is Speech and Language Therapy Important for Children?
Communication is essential for learning, social interaction, and daily life. Children who struggle with speech and language may experience frustration, difficulty expressing their thoughts, or challenges understanding others. Common signs that a child may benefit from speech and language therapy include:
- Difficulty pronouncing words correctly
- Limited vocabulary or trouble forming sentences
- Struggles with understanding and following directions
- Stuttering or fluency issues
- Challenges with social communication
How Speech and Language Therapy Helps
Through targeted therapy sessions, children can develop the skills needed to communicate effectively. Therapy may focus on:
- Articulation and pronunciation
- Expanding vocabulary and sentence structure
- Improving comprehension and listening skills
- Enhancing social communication and interaction
- Strengthening fluency and speech rhythm
Who Can Benefit from Speech and Language Therapy?
Children with speech delays, language disorders, autism spectrum disorder, articulation difficulties, or social communication challenges can benefit from therapy. Early intervention can lead to significant improvements in a child’s ability to communicate confidently.
Our Approach to Speech and Language Therapy
At Super Talkers, our speech-language pathologists provide individualized therapy tailored to each child’s specific needs. We use engaging, play-based techniques to make learning fun and effective.
If you have concerns about your child’s speech or language development, contact us today to schedule an evaluation!
Occupational Therapy
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need to participate in daily activities independently. It focuses on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, coordination, and self-care abilities to support overall development.
Why is Occupational Therapy Important for Children?
Children may face challenges that impact their ability to perform everyday tasks such as writing, dressing, or playing. Occupational therapy helps children build essential skills for school, home, and social settings. Common signs that a child may benefit from occupational therapy include:
- Difficulty with handwriting or fine motor tasks
- Challenges with coordination and balance
- Sensory sensitivities (e.g., avoiding certain textures or sounds)
- Struggles with self-care tasks like dressing or feeding
- Behavioral difficulties related to sensory processing
- Feeding difficulties
- Toileting support
How Occupational Therapy Helps
Through engaging, play-based activities, occupational therapy helps children develop foundational skills that improve their daily functioning. Therapy may focus on:
- Strengthening fine and gross motor skills
- Enhancing sensory processing and regulation
- Building independence in self-care routines
- Improving hand-eye coordination and visual-motor skills
- Supporting attention and self-regulation abilities
Who Can Benefit from Occupational Therapy?
Children with developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, or difficulties with motor coordination can benefit from occupational therapy. Early intervention can significantly enhance a child’s ability to navigate daily life successfully.
Our Approach to Occupational Therapy
At Super Talkers, our occupational therapists provide individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique needs. We use fun, hands-on activities to help children build confidence and develop essential life skills.
If you have concerns about your child’s development, contact us today to schedule an evaluation!
Gestalt Language Processing
What is Gestalt Language Processing?
Gestalt language processing is a unique way some children acquire and develop language. Instead of learning single words first, these children learn language in chunks or phrases, gradually breaking them down into smaller components to create their own speech patterns.
Why is Understanding Gestalt Language Processing Important?
Children who are gestalt language processors may develop language differently from those who follow a more traditional, word-by-word learning path. Recognizing and supporting this style of language development can help children become effective communicators. Common signs of gestalt language processing include:
- Using memorized phrases or scripts from songs, movies, or conversations
- Difficulty breaking down long phrases into individual words
- Repeating phrases with limited spontaneous speech
- Developing language in a non-linear way
How Therapy Supports Gestalt Language Processing
Speech therapy tailored to gestalt language processing helps children move from using scripted phrases to generating their own meaningful speech. Therapy may focus on:
- Recognizing and validating a child’s natural language development style
- Helping break down scripts into smaller, flexible word units
- Encouraging independent phrase-building and self-expression
- Supporting communication in social and daily life settings
Who Can Benefit from Support for Gestalt Language Processing?
Children with autism spectrum disorder, echolalia, or language delays may be gestalt language processors. Understanding and embracing this approach can help them thrive in their communication journey.
Our Approach to Supporting Gestalt Language Processing
At Super Talkers, our speech therapists specialize in identifying and supporting gestalt language processors. Through individualized, play-based therapy that is child-led, we guide children in developing meaningful and functional communication skills.
If you think your child may be a gestalt language processor, contact us today to schedule an evaluation!
Myofunctional Therapy
What is Myofunctional Therapy?
Myofunctional therapy is a specialized treatment approach that focuses on correcting improper oral and facial muscle functions. It involves exercises designed to strengthen the tongue and orofacial muscles, improving breathing, chewing, swallowing, and overall oral posture.
Why is Myofunctional Therapy Important for Children?
Children with orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) may experience difficulties with speech, feeding, breathing, and even dental development. Common signs that a child may benefit from myofunctional therapy include:
- Mouth breathing
- Tongue thrusting
- Difficulty with chewing or swallowing
- Speech articulation challenges
- Sleep-disordered breathing
How Myofunctional Therapy Helps
Through a structured program of exercises, myofunctional therapy helps retrain the muscles of the face, tongue, and throat to function properly. This can lead to:
- Improved speech clarity
- Better breathing patterns
- Enhanced feeding and swallowing skills
- Proper tongue and jaw positioning
- Reduced risk of orthodontic issues
Who Can Benefit from Myofunctional Therapy?
Children with conditions such as tongue-tie, sleep apnea, persistent thumb sucking, or orthodontic concerns can greatly benefit from myofunctional therapy. Our therapists work closely with families to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique needs.
Our Approach to Myofunctional Therapy
At Super Talkers, our therapists provide comprehensive myofunctional therapy to help children achieve optimal oral function. We use fun, engaging exercises and personalized techniques to ensure lasting improvements.
If you believe your child may benefit from myofunctional therapy, contact us today to schedule an evaluation!