Speech Therapy for Toddlers & Preschoolers

A Speech-Language therapy session for a toddler or pre-school aged child will typically involve a combination of play-based activities and structured exercises designed to help improve their speech and language skills.

During the initial assessment, the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will evaluate the child's speech and language abilities, as well as their communication skills, social skills, and overall development. Based on this evaluation, the SLP will develop a customised treatment plan that addresses the child's specific needs and goals.

In therapy sessions, the SLP will use a variety of techniques and tools to engage the child in age-appropriate activities that target specific skills. These may include games, songs, stories, and art projects that encourage the child to use language in a fun and natural way.

For example, the SLP may use picture books to encourage the child to identify objects, animals, and actions, or they may use puppets or toys to model and practice specific sounds or words. The SLP may also use structured exercises to target specific skills, such as articulation, phonemic awareness, or grammar.

Caregivers can attend therapy sessions with their child and may be asked to participate in some activities to help reinforce skills learned in therapy. The SLP will also provide guidance and support to caregivers on how to continue working on speech and language skills at home.

Overall, caregivers can expect therapy sessions for their toddler or pre-school aged child to be fun, engaging, and tailored to their child's individual needs and abilities. The goal of therapy is to help the child develop strong communication skills that will support their academic and social success.

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