Founder & Clinical Director at Great Speech Inc. | Providing Innovative Alternatives to Speech Pathology Services
As we gobble down the last bite of our Thanksgiving pumpkin pie, it officially becomes gift buying season. And toys are always on everyone’s gift list. As the mom of four boys, ages 2-16, I firmly believe that when it comes to toys, more is not merrier. And in my role as speech pathologist and […]
Any child can read a book, but it takes good comprehension skills to be able to absorb and retain the information. If your child has this skill, it will carry them through their entire school career, from preschool to college. It also means they are less likely to get bored with reading. Sometimes children struggle […]
Mental health is a complex issue. There are millions of different symptoms, disorders, and treatments. Add on to that is the fact that every brain works on different levels and has different quirks. The tragic wrench that drives this issue even further into confusion and complexity is how little we focus on the issues of […]
Approximately 7.6 percent of the U.S. adult population (17.9 million people) suffers from some kind of voice disorder. There are many different voice disorders one can be diagnosed with, but vocal nodules are one of the most common. If you suspect you have vocal nodules, keep reading to learn more about the condition and how to deal […]
Did you know that about 3 million Americans have a stuttering problem? In other words, stuttering isn’t as rare of a problem as you may think. Do you think your child might have a stuttering problem? Read on to find out everything you need to know. What is Stuttering? Stuttering is a speech disorder where speech disruptions disrupt […]
Maybe you’re thinking it’s too late for you or a loved one diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to get help with their speech. You’ve heard it’s about time to grow out of it, or that the prime time for language learning is over. They echo these excuses. While these misconceptions are completely understandable, you might not […]
Most of us are familiar with the testing accommodation of “extended time.” And to many of us, the ability to apply for extra time is generally perceived to be linked to a specific learning or physical disability: a student who writes slowly, has ADHD and is easily distractible in a large group setting or has […]
Even Hollywood understands the challenges associated with speech impediments. Look no further than The King’s Speech to see the impact of speech therapy. But how does speech impact learning or cause academic issues? Language skills are the first step to reading and writing. Without language skills social situations become stressful. Increased anxiety about school attendance affects academic […]
Approximately five percent of children in the United States have Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (also known as ADHD). That might not seem like a lot, but it still works out to more than six million children. More children are being diagnosed with ADHD every year, too. Are you a parent to a child with ADHD? If so, then […]
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