Northland Speech and Language Therapy, LLC

03/31/2026

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12/23/2025

Happy Holidays from Northland Speech and Language Therapy!

As a reminder, we are closed 12/24, 12/25 and 1/1.

11/10/2025

Reading Intervention offered in both Liberty and Parkville. Morning and daytime sessions are available. Call (816) 797-9690 or email lindsey@northlandspeech.com for more info.

10/30/2025

During the month of October, we recognize Dyslexia Awareness Month. This month is a time to educate others, advocate for and celebrate those with dyslexia. Dyslexia is a language-based learning disability that causes difficulty with fluent word recognition, spelling, and decoding abilities. People with dyslexia may also face challenges with spoken language. Ensuring your child receives a proper diagnosis, specific reading instruction, and support from their family members and teachers is the best way to help them find success.

Here at Northland Speech and Language, we offer reading intervention using an Orton-Gillingham approach. If you are interested in getting your child tested for dyslexia, please contact Northland Speech and Language at (816) 797-9690 or email lindsey@northlandspeech.com to schedule an evaluation.

Check out the International Dyslexia Association at dyslexiaida.org to learn more.

10/23/2025

On October 22nd, we celebrated the annual International Stuttering Awareness Day. This day raises awareness of the challenges faced by those who stutter. Here at Northland Speech and Language, we hope to help educate, challenge stereotypes and promote acceptance of stuttering.

So, what is stuttering? Stuttering is a fluency disorder where an interruption in the flow of speech occurs. A person who stutters may repeat, prolong, and/or be unable to produce sounds or words. It can sound different for everyone and is not dependent on nervousness, effort or intelligence. There is no single “cure” for stuttering but with therapy and support, people can communicate more openly and effectively.

If your child or someone you may know stutters, we recommend the following:

1. Create a safe space for speaking and ensure family members react positively to stuttering.

2. Talk about stuttering- do not make it a taboo subject. Not talking about stuttering can be interpreted as something one should feel wrong about.

3. Have realistic expectations. Stuttering may last a lifetime. Speech therapy is a process and takes time. The goal of speech therapy is to make stuttering easier and increase effective communication for your child.

There are several stuttering support groups and organizations listed below. Getting involved in the stuttering community can have several positive outcomes for your child and family.

The National Stuttering Association (NSA)
www.westutter.org

American Institute for Stuttering (AIS)
www.stutteringtreatment.org

The National Association of Young People Who Stutter (FRIENDS)
www.friendswhostutter.com

The Stuttering Association for the Young (SAY)
www.say.org

The Stuttering Foundation of America
www.stutteringhelp.org

Follow KCFamilyNSA on Instagram.

09/05/2025

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08/29/2025

08/25/2025

Now offering reading intervention at our clinics in Liberty and Parkville. Before and after school openings available! Call (816) 797-9690 or email lindsey@northlandspeech.com to schedule.

08/15/2025

We’re proud to use this same multisensory reading program in our clinics!

Is your child struggling with reading, writing, and spelling? We can help! Call (816)797-9690 or email lindsey@northlandspeech.com for more information.

Trenace Sevilla, the district's special teacher on assignment, uses unconventional tools to teach reading - whiteboards, bumpy boards, cards, tiles, and even sand on trays.

07/30/2025