Speaking AAC

Speaking AAC Hi, I'm Malka a speech-language pathologist (SLP), communication enthusiast, and owner of SpeakingAAC LLC. Find me at www.speakingaac.com

I'm here to help you navigate your augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) journey.

05/27/2026

If you’ve ever felt stuck and not making AAC progress, chances are you’re not using the AAC Prompt Hierarchy. Conversations floating around lately from both parents and SLPs got me thinking we are NOT talking enough about the supports our users need. Using prompts and cues to support our users is not controversial, it’s necessary, and the AAC Prompt Hierarchy is a whole vibe. Looking to get in on the vibe? Pop your questions and comments below.

Parents often ask me if I work on general speech ALSO or just AAC, and I tell them “just AAC.” AAC is complex; from unde...
05/26/2026

Parents often ask me if I work on general speech ALSO or just AAC, and I tell them “just AAC.” AAC is complex; from understanding how the user accesses a device to selecting and implementing a proper system, it’s not something that should be taken lightly. When you choose to work with an AAC specialist, you’re working with someone who is able to focus solely on an area of expertise. This automatically means your child is working with someone that knows the ins and outs and WILL move your child to communication success. When deciding if you should work with your speech therapist for AAC, consider this through the lenses of medical specialties. They’re not the same. It might mean more appointments, but it definitely will mean greater success. Give your child the AAC success they DESERVE and work with an AAC specialist.

In life, mindset matters. I tell my kids all the time, the way we think about something shifts our brain to thinking pos...
05/26/2026

In life, mindset matters. I tell my kids all the time, the way we think about something shifts our brain to thinking positively or negatively. This is absolutely the case with AAC. When we approach AAC with this mindset, we give our AAC users the life they deserve. Communication doesn’t happen in one place, in one moment, and a tool based approach ensures communication happens everywhere in every moment. Let’s start thinking of what supports we can give our AAC users to support them in every moment.

05/20/2026

AAC Implementation works best when we support both our AAC user AND our communication partners. Support parents with easy access using a motor plan sequence. This creates a low pressure environment, ensuring success for our user and implementer. What strategies work best for you? Featured here is ChatEditor from using SymbolStix from

Set out with intention. Does your AAC user have an implementation plan?
05/14/2026

Set out with intention. Does your AAC user have an implementation plan?

Want life changing AAC success? Join me and as we talk about shifting our perspective around AAC. Drop your questions b...
05/07/2026

Want life changing AAC success? Join me and as we talk about shifting our perspective around AAC. Drop your questions below ⬇️

Want life changing? Start with this mindset. Join me on May 18th with and let’s talk about it. Questions about the live...
05/07/2026

Want life changing? Start with this mindset. Join me on May 18th with and let’s talk about it. Questions about the live presentation? Share them below ⬇️

The AAC Summer Intensive is here! Eight sessions over two weeks, designed to build confidence, vocabulary, and real comm...
04/28/2026

The AAC Summer Intensive is here! Eight sessions over two weeks, designed to build confidence, vocabulary, and real communication through explicit teaching paired with meaningful AAC activities. This is a high impact, immersive program that supports individualized goals and consistent support. DM for more information or email us at malka@speakingaac.com. Spots are limited.

Not every speech-language pathologist (SLP) is an AAC specialist, and that’s okay. But if your child needs to get an AAC...
04/24/2026

Not every speech-language pathologist (SLP) is an AAC specialist, and that’s okay. But if your child needs to get an AAC device, find yourself an AAC SLP. I promise you won’t regret it. If your child currently has a system, what are some truths you would have like to know? Drop a comment and share below.

Let’s start sitting in silence.
04/22/2026

Let’s start sitting in silence.

Last week’s AAC moment grew right out of the paint under our nails a whole lot of joy. We painted flower pots, listened ...
04/20/2026

Last week’s AAC moment grew right out of the paint under our nails a whole lot of joy. We painted flower pots, listened to music, and watched connection and communication bloom before our eyes. If you want the Mother’s Day communication board and activity (planting flowers), DM me “Mom,” and I’ll send it your way.

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