02/18/2026
This is what thoughtful early speech therapy looks like.
This child is working through a phonological process called stopping — where sounds like /v/ are replaced with easier sounds.
Instead of drills, we used play, visual modeling, and gestures to support accurate production in a meaningful way.
By making a vampire out of play-doh, we:
• Followed the child’s interest
• Modeled the /v/ sound naturally
• Used gestures to support motor planning
• Let the child imitate and succeed
Language and speech skills grow best when kids feel engaged, capable, and connected.
This is how we support communication — intentionally, playfully, and with long-term success in mind.