Tauke Speech Therapy LLC

04/07/2026

Hi, I’m Stephanie, 👋 the owner and operator of Tauke Speech Therapy, and helping others is truly at the heart of everything I do.

I’m deeply passionate about supporting individuals as they grow in confidence, develop stronger communication skills, and reach their full potential through speech therapy. I believe communication is a powerful tool, and I strive to create a supportive, encouraging environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and celebrated throughout their journey.

I provide personalized, client-centered speech therapy, working closely with each individual to address their unique needs and goals. My approach is rooted in compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help clients succeed—not just during therapy sessions, but in their everyday lives as well.

Outside of Tauke Speech Therapy, I enjoy spending quality time with my husband and our two dogs, who keep life fun, active, and full of laughter.

Whether I’m working with clients or enjoying time at home, I bring warmth, dedication, and heart into everything I do.

I can't wait to work with you soon!

www.taukespeechtherapy.com

04/07/2026

Mealtimes shouldn’t feel stressful 💔

If your child struggles with:
• Picky eating
• Gagging or difficulty chewing/swallowing
• Limited food variety
• Mealtime battles

You are not alone — and more importantly, you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

As a speech therapist specializing in feeding, I provide compassionate, evidence-based support to help your child feel more confident and successful at mealtimes.

✨ Small steps lead to big progress
✨ Mealtimes can feel positive again

📩 Message me to learn more or to get started!

03/21/2026

Honored to be invited and to be a part of the KC COMET 5K this morning- and have a booth at their game tonight!!

KC!! Come see Tauke Speech Therapy LLC at Cable Dahmer Arena tonight to support your Kansas City Comets!!

A huge thanks to our friends at Success On The Spectrum and Success On The Spectrum - Pleasant Valley 💙

03/05/2026

Starting speech therapy can feel overwhelming — especially if you’re not sure what the first appointment will look like.

Here’s what happens at your first visit with Tauke Speech Therapy:

• We talk through your concerns and what you’ve been noticing.
• We do simple, supportive assessments in speech, language and/or feeding to understand current level of skills.
• We create a plan tailored specifically towards goals that are important to the family.
• You leave with answers, and a clear idea of what to expect for treatment.

If you’ve been putting off scheduling because you weren’t sure what to expect — this is your sign. 💬

📩 Message me anytime if you have questions. I’m always happy to help!

02/26/2026

You don’t need to have all the answers — you just need to start the conversation. 💛

If you’ve been wondering whether speech therapy might help, that’s usually your sign to ask.

Early support makes a difference.
Clarity reduces anxiety.

And guidance makes the process feel manageable.

✨ Now accepting new clients

📩 Message me to schedule an evaluation or free consultation.

You don’t have to navigate this alone.

02/22/2026

Speech therapy isn’t just for one type of person — and it’s not only for “severe” challenges.

So who can actually benefit from speech therapy?

🗣️ Late talkers who need support building vocabulary and expressing ideas
🔤 Children with unclear speech or difficulty pronouncing sounds
💬 Individuals who struggle with social communication or conversational skills
🧠 Adults experiencing changes after stroke, injury, or neurological conditions

Communication difficulties can show up in many different ways — and at any stage of life.

Speech therapy is about more than correcting sounds.
It’s about building confidence, connection, and the ability to be understood.

If you’ve ever wondered…

“Is this something I should be concerned about?”
“Does this qualify for therapy?”

You don’t have to figure it out alone.

📩 Have questions? Let’s talk.

www.taukespeechtherapy.com

02/18/2026

🍼 Pacifier Weaning: When & Why It Matters

Pacifiers can be a helpful soothing tool in infancy — and they’re even associated with a reduced risk of SIDS in the early months.

✨ General guideline:
✔️ Start weaning between 6–12 months
✔️ Aim to eliminate pacifier use by 12–18 months

Why? Because prolonged pacifier use can impact:

• Jaw + palate growth
• Tooth alignment (open bite)
• Tongue posture + swallowing patterns
• Speech sound development (less babbling/talking practice)

💡 If your child is over 12 months, don’t panic — just start limiting use to sleep only and work toward a gradual fade.

Want a simple weaning plan? Comment “PACIFIER” and I’ll send one 💛

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02/14/2026

Let’s clear this up once and for all…

There are SO many myths floating around about speech and language development—and they can delay families from getting support when they need it most.

Here are 3 of the most common ones I hear:

❌ “They’ll grow out of it.”
❌ “Speech therapy is only for severe delays.”
❌ “Bilingual homes cause speech delays.”

✅ The truth: Early support is powerful, and speech therapy can help with more than people realize—from confidence and clarity to language development and communication skills.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this normal?”—you’re not alone.

💛 Follow for more parent-friendly speech tips

📩 Or DM me the word SPEECH if you’re not sure where to start.

www.taukespeechtherapy.com

02/05/2026

If you’ve ever thought…

💭 “They’re not talking like other kids.”
💭 “Meals are stressful.”
💭 “They understand but can’t express it.”
💭 “Something just feels off.”

Trust your gut. 💚

Speech therapy can change everything — and early support matters.

✨ Tauke Speech Therapy is here to help.

Your child deserves a voice.
Let’s build communication, confidence, and progress — one session at a time. 💚

www.taukespeechtherapy.com

02/03/2026

Hi, I’m Stephanie, 👋 the owner and operator of Tauke Speech Therapy, and helping others is truly at the heart of everything I do.

I’m deeply passionate about supporting individuals as they grow in confidence, develop stronger communication skills, and reach their full potential through speech therapy. I believe communication is a powerful tool, and I strive to create a supportive, encouraging environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and celebrated throughout their journey.

I provide personalized, client-centered speech therapy, working closely with each individual to address their unique needs and goals. My approach is rooted in compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help clients succeed—not just during therapy sessions, but in their everyday lives as well.

Outside of Tauke Speech Therapy, I enjoy spending quality time with my husband and our two dogs, who keep life fun, active, and full of laughter.

Whether I’m working with clients or enjoying time at home, I bring warmth, dedication, and heart into everything I do.

I can't wait to work with you soon!

www.taukespeechtherapy.com

Send a message to learn more

08/18/2025

Tauke Speech Therapy was featured in a KC magazine this week!! So excited to get our name out there 🥹🥹

Today we’d like to introduce you to Stephanie Stipanovich. Hi Stephanie, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?My journey into speech-language pathology began in m...

08/08/2025

Tauke Speech Therapy LLC went on clinic tour this am, at Success on the Spectrums newest location! We already loved their Lees Summit location, and were eagerly waiting this addition up north in Pleasant Valley, MO!!

Throughout the tour we saw their customized gymnasium (our favorite!!) sensory rooms, social rooms, and individual treatment rooms! We met with the owner, and their BCBA and left fully confident in adding another resource to our resource list for our families 🙂

If looking for ABA therapy, we highly recommend Success on the Spectrum!! They currently have openings, without a wait list!! Success On The Spectrum - Pleasant Valley