Speech therapy is designed to help those with various communication disorders that are the result of a developmental speech and/or language delay or secondary to other variables such as Autism, Dysarthria, Apraxia of Speech, Auditory Processing Disorder, Language Processing Disorder, learning disabilities, TBI, challenges with executive functioning skills etc. More specifically, speech-language pa
thologists assess and treat those who:
• cannot produce speech sounds or cannot produce them clearly (articulation),
• have poor oral motor control of tongue, lips and jaw,
• have problems with speech rhythm and fluency, such as stuttering,
• have voice disorders, such as using inappropriate pitch or harsh voice,
• have problems with understanding language (receptive),
• have difficulty with producing language either orally or in written form (expressive) or
• have difficulties with using their language in social situations (pragmatics). While this page is designed to be a place where you can learn about the field of speech therapy, the information on this page is for informational purposes only. The content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a licensed speech-language pathologist with any questions you may have. Do not disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
