Spark Speech Therapy

04/24/2025

Thank you for being a part of Spark. Here’s to year two! ✨💬🧡

04/17/2025

✨ GIVEAWAY TIME! ✨
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02/19/2025

✨ Presuming Competence: Why It Matters ✨

Have you ever had someone talk about you as if you weren’t there? It doesn’t feel great, right? Unfortunately, this happens all too often to children with delayed language or who are non-speaking.

At Spark Speech Therapy, we believe every child deserves to be spoken to with respect and included in conversations—because understanding is not the same as speaking.

In our latest blog, we explore presuming competence and why assuming a child understands fosters connection, trust, and communication growth.

💡 Want to learn more? Click the link to read the full article!
🔗 https://www.sparkspeechmi.com/resources/setting-children-up-for-success-presuming-competence

The Power of Presuming Competence in Children As parents, educators, and therapists, the way we view a child’s abilities has a profound impact on their development and future success. Presuming...

02/12/2025

✨ Unlocking Communication with Visual Supports! ✨

Did you know that visual supports can be a game-changer for individuals with communication challenges? From picture schedules to AAC, these tools help with understanding, expression, and independence.

In my latest blog post, I break down:
✅ What visual supports are
✅ Who benefits from them
✅ How to use them effectively at home, school, or in therapy

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or therapist, this post will give you practical strategies to support communication and learning!

📖 Read it here: https://www.sparkspeechmi.com/resources/tell-me-more-visual-supports

💬 Have you used visual supports before? What’s worked best for you? Let’s chat in the comments!

The Power of Visual Supports: Helping Autistic Individuals and Those with Cognitive Differences Thrive ​ Visual supports are a key tool for helping individuals with autism, cognitive differences,...

01/29/2025

🚀 Childhood Apraxia of Speech & Autism: How Personalized, In-Home Speech Therapy Can Help 🏡✨

Did you know that Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) and Autism can sometimes overlap, making it even harder for a child to communicate their wants and needs? 😔

Children with CAS know what they want to say, but their brain has trouble sending the right signals to their mouth to form words. When autism is also a factor, challenges with motor planning, sensory processing, and social communication can make verbal speech even more difficult.

💡 That’s where personalized, in-home speech therapy comes in! With 1:1 support in a familiar environment, we can:
✔️ Build speech motor planning skills with evidence-based techniques
✔️ Use AAC (if needed) to bridge communication gaps
✔️ Support sensory needs to make learning easier
✔️ Work at your child’s pace for real, meaningful progress

🏡 In-home therapy means no overwhelming clinics, no long drives—just focused, individualized care where your child feels safe and comfortable. 💙

Read more about how Spark Speech Therapy helps kids with apraxia and autism thrive! ⬇️
📖 https://www.sparkspeechmi.com/resources

Childhood Apraxia of Speech and Autism: How Personalized, In-home Speech Therapy Can Help Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder that impacts a child’s ability to plan and...

01/15/2025

✨ Now Accepting New Clients! ✨

Looking for personalized, in-home speech therapy? Spark Speech Therapy currently has openings on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons after 3:45 PM — with no waitlist!

📍 Serving clients within 15 minutes of downtown Fenton, I work with both kids and adults to address a variety of speech and communication needs.

🗂 Specialties include:

- Autism and AAC (Alternative Augmentative Communication)
- Articulation therapy
- Voice therapy for Parkinson’s disease
- Language deficits after stroke or brain injury
- Cognitive-communication impairments

💡 I offer free consultations via phone or video call to discuss your goals and how I can help!

🩺 Now accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Medicare insurance.

📞 Contact me today to schedule your consultation and take the next step toward progress!

11/13/2024

Great news! We now accept Aetna health insurance! Call today for a consultation. We have immediate availability for sessions on Wednesday afternoons!

10/31/2024

Not all kids can say 'trick or treat,' but every child deserves a warm welcome and respect on Halloween. Let’s celebrate them for who they are!

10/13/2024

🌟 Exploring New Ways to Communicate with AAC! 🌟

For individuals with limited motor abilities, traditional AAC methods may not always be accessible. That’s why exploring alternative access modes like eye gaze and switch-adapted systems can be game-changing! 👀🔄

At Spark Speech Therapy, we’re passionate about helping clients find the tools that work best for them—no matter their unique abilities. Want to learn more about how these systems can support communication? Check out our latest blog post! ⬇️

https://www.sparkspeechmi.com/resources/tell-me-more-aac-for-those-who-cant-touch-an-icon

Exploring Alternative Access Modes for AAC: Eye Gaze and Switch-Adapted Systems For individuals with complex communication needs, finding the right Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)...

09/23/2024

✨ New Blog Post Alert! ✨

At Spark Speech Therapy, we believe everyone deserves a voice. That’s why we’re excited to share our latest blog post: "Unlocking Communication with Speech-Generating Devices: How High-Tech AAC Can Build Robust Language".

In this post, we dive into how SGDs can help individuals with communication challenges express themselves more fully, build language skills, and achieve greater independence. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or educator, this is a must-read if you're curious about how high-tech AAC can make a difference.

💡 Plus, we’ll show you how we can help you access these powerful tools through your health insurance!

📖 Read the full post here https://www.sparkspeechmi.com/resources.

Let’s work together to give every voice the chance to be heard! 💬

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09/16/2024

🌟 New Blog Post Alert! 🌟
At Spark Speech Therapy, we believe everyone deserves a voice. That’s why we’re excited to share our latest blog post.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or teacher, this post is a great introduction to the different types of AAC systems and how they can transform lives. If you've ever wondered how AAC can benefit your loved one, this is a great place to start!

📖 Read the full post here https://www.sparkspeechmi.com/resources/tell-me-more-augmentative-alternative-communication-aac-part-1

Let’s explore the world of AAC together and open new doors to communication! 💬

What is AAC? Understanding Augmentative Alternative Communication Communication is one of the most important tools we use every day, but for some individuals, speaking may not come easily. If your...