A to Z Speech Therapy

08/29/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that A to Z Speech Therapy is now offering orofacial myofunctional therapy in partnership with at Legacy Family Care in Farmington Hills! ✨

📍 Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy now available at:
• in Brighton
• in Ann Arbor
• Legacy Family Care in Farmington Hills

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08/25/2025

EXCITING NEWS! A to Z Speech Therapy is now offering Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy at in addition to our Brighton office! 🩵

We’re here to support healthy oral function, breathing, swallowing, and overall development.

Contact us today to learn more or schedule an appointment! ✨
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08/15/2025

We’re excited to be offering free Back-to-School speech and language screenings at 🩵

08/06/2025

Hi, I’m Alexis! 👋🏼
I’m the co-founder (and daughter) of our mother-daughter team here at A to Z Speech Therapy 🩵

I earned my undergraduate degree from GVSU and my graduate degree from MSU. Before opening A to Z Speech Therapy with my mom, I worked as a speech-language pathologist in both the public schools and pediatric outpatient settings.

In my free time, you can usually find me walking around downtown Brighton with my husband and our Labrador, Finn, spending time at the lake with family and friends, or gardening in my backyard. 🐾🌊🪴

08/05/2025

Hi, I’m Rachel! 👋🏼
I’m the co-founder (and mom!) of our mother-daughter team here at A to Z Speech Therapy 🩵

Before opening A to Z Speech Therapy with my daughter, Alexis, I worked as a speech-language pathologist in the public schools for 28 years.

Outside of work, you can usually find me boating, spending time on the lake with family and friends, or with my dogs, Luna and Lanie. 🌊☀️🐾
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08/01/2025

Hi! We are Rachel and Alexis, the mother- daughter team behind A to Z Speech Therapy 🩵

Together, we offer speech therapy, orofacial myofunctional therapy, and social skills groups for children. Our work is grounded in strong family values, personalized care, and a deep commitment to helping kids communicate with confidence and clarity.

The name “A to Z” honors Rachel’s daughters, Alexis and Zoey, and reflects our promise to support each child’s unique journey from beginning to end.

We’re so grateful to do this work side by side and even more grateful to turn this lifelong dream into a reality with the families who trust us along the way! 🩵
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06/23/2025

x x invite you to a Mom’s Night Out! 🖤 Join us on July 25th from 5–7 PM at Brass + Oak for shopping, connection, and raffles from some of your favorite local Brighton businesses!
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06/16/2025

Wondering when your child should be saying certain speech sounds? Here’s a quick breakdown of articulation norms by age!⁣

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Contact us if you have concerns about your child’s speech, we’re here to help!⁣ 🗣️🩵
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06/12/2025

Turn popsicle sticks into powerful myo tools this summer! 😋☀️

Here are 3 simple, effective ways we use a popsicle stick to support oral motor skills (and why they matter!):

1️⃣ Touch “the Spot”
Rub the stick just behind the upper front teeth (on the alveolar ridge) to help your child find their tongue’s rest spot.
➡️ Supports proper oral rest posture — tongue up, lips closed, breathing through the nose.

2️⃣ Lip Seal Challenge
Place the stick between the lips (no teeth!) and hold it there for a few seconds (or longer!).
➡️ Strengthens the orbicularis oris muscles and promotes nasal breathing which is essential for facial development and airway health.

3️⃣ Tongue Movements
Place the stick to the side or top of the mouth and encourage your child to reach their tongue to touch the stick side to side and up and down. Then, gently scrape the sides of the tongue to create a “skinny” tongue shape.
➡️ These movements build tongue strength, coordination, and awareness which are critical for clear speech, safe swallowing, and efficient feeding.

Try this after snack time for a fun, functional oral motor boost!
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06/04/2025

If your search history looks like this, you’re not alone! Parents want answers, especially when it comes to their child’s development. We’re here to help! 🩵
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A to Z Speech Therapy is a mother-daughter owned private practice offering speech, language, and orofacial myofunctional therapy for pediatric clients. We also offer social skills groups, educator in-services, and parent education consults.