About Avivit Ben-Aharon
Founder & Clinical Director at Great Speech Inc. | Providing Innovative Alternatives to Speech Pathology Services
Entries by Avivit Ben-Aharon
How do you Treat Verbal Apraxia of Speech?
/ in Speech Disorders & Articulation / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
Apraxia of speech is also often referred to as AOS, CAS, or verbal apraxia, and it is defined as a speech sound disorder that affects an individual’s ability to take conscious speech plans and translate them into motor plans. This typically results in significant communication challenges and limited speech ability. By definition, AOS affects [...]
Unveiling the Connection: How Braces, Teeth, and Jaw Alignment Impact Speech
/ in Speech Disorders & Articulation / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
Feeling confident about your smile isn’t just about aesthetics; it also plays an essential role in our ability to effectively communicate and our self-esteem. In fact, teeth and jaw alignment, as well as the overall structure of our mouth, can have significant impacts on how we pronounce words and speak in general. In this [...]
The Role of Speech Therapy in Cleft Palate Rehabilitation
/ in Speech Disorders & Articulation / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
About Cleft Lip and Palate The term ‘cleft’ means ‘split,’ so a cleft lip is a split in the lip, whereas ‘cleft palate’ refers to an opening in the front area of the roof of the mouth. This front area is known as the bony hard palate, and the back part is known as the [...]
Jan 3, 2024 - Great Speech and Bennie Announce Partnership to Expand Access to Virtual Speech Therapy for Members of All Ages
/ in Press Releases / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
January 03, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time HOLLYWOOD, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Great Speech, a leader in virtual speech therapy, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Bennie, a global employee benefits platform designed to make benefits more accessible and easy to understand. From the comfort of home and via a simple internet [...]
Language Development Milestones: How Speech Therapy Can Help
/ in Language Disorders / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
One of the most common questions that speech and language pathologists hear from concerned parents is, “How many words should my child be using at this age?” As our children grow and develop, there are particular communication milestones that parents and caregivers can watch for. These important communication milestones help us know how each child [...]
Mastering the S and Z Sounds: Strategies for Improved Pronunciation in Speech Therapy
/ in Speech Disorders & Articulation / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
Despite being separated by several letters in the alphabet, S and Z sounds are mechanically quite alike. They can also be relatively challenging sounds to produce, especially for children whose speech skills are still developing. Challenges with S and Z enunciation can arise for many reasons. The difficulties may present as other sound substitutions or [...]
Bennie's New Voice: Virtual Speech Therapy Benefits All Ages from Kids who Stutter to Adults with Post-Stroke Communication Challenges and Other Age-Related Concerns
/ in Virtual Speech Therapy / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
Great Speech Partnership with Bennie Unlocks Access to Virtual Speech Therapy Great Speech is proud to share a significant step forward in its collaboration with Bennie as part of their commitment to accessible healthcare. Bennie members gain seamless access to a range of virtual speech therapy services as a benefit of this partnership, expanding the [...]
Bennie's New Voice: Virtual Speech Therapy Benefits All Ages from Kids who Stutter to Adults with Post-Stroke Communication Challenges and Other Age-R
/ by Avivit Ben-Aharon
Great Speech Partnership with Bennie Unlocks Access to Virtual Speech Therapy Great Speech is proud to share a significant step forward in its collaboration with Bennie as part of their commitment to accessible healthcare. Bennie members gain seamless access to a range of virtual speech therapy services as a benefit of this partnership, expanding the [...]
How Can I Do Speech Therapy on My Own?
/ in Virtual Speech Therapy / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
As is the case with any other skill that is acquired during childhood, learning how to effectively communicate, both in terms of the words we choose and how we speak, is a skill that develops over many months and years. Some young children begin to babble early in infanthood, while others will wait until they’ [...]
The Role of Music in Speech Therapy
/ in Virtual Speech Therapy / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
For more than 50 years, music has been an integral element of routine care for children with speech impediments and hearing impairments. A great deal of research has been done that examines the role of music in an individual’s general health, as well as how music can be an effective intervention when it comes [...]
Articulation Disorders: Understanding and Treating Speech Sound Errors
/ in Virtual Speech Therapy / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
It is common for children to make errors in their speech as they grow and develop their communication skills. There are several different types of speech sound errors, and most children will eliminate these errors as they progress in their abilities. Some children, however, will continue to make these speech sound errors beyond the age [...]
The Role of Speech Therapy in Dyslexia
/ in Cognitive Speech Therapy / by Avivit Ben-Aharon
Developing strong literacy skills is an essential step in each child’s path toward independence. When a child starts school, the new expectations relating to behavior, math, and literacy can make the transition difficult. When there are persistent challenges relating to reading, writing, and comprehension, fundamental problems can develop. Dyslexia is one of the most [...]