Little Big and LOUD Pediatric Therapy

Little Big and LOUD Pediatric Therapy Individualized speech, language, and feeding therapy evaluations and services.

Little Big and LOUD also provides services for receptive and expressive language delays, pragmatic language disorder, articulation/phonology disorder, childhood apraxia of speech, autism, early intervention, feeding skills, and stuttering disorder.

✨ Tip Tuesday ✨Speech therapy may look like β€œjust playing,” but play is how children learn best! πŸ’¬πŸŽ²While we play, we’re ...
05/26/2026

✨ Tip Tuesday ✨

Speech therapy may look like β€œjust playing,” but play is how children learn best! πŸ’¬πŸŽ²

While we play, we’re modeling words, encouraging turn-taking, expanding vocabulary, building social skills, practicing following directions, and creating opportunities for meaningful communication every step of the way. ❀️

Every game, toy, and interaction has a purpose β€” because learning happens best when children feel engaged, connected, and having fun!

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πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈLBL will be closed on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day and will reopen Tuesday, May 26th.πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈWe honor and thank those w...
05/22/2026

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈLBL will be closed on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day and will reopen Tuesday, May 26th.

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈWe honor and thank those who have served. Have a safe and dry Memorial Day weekend! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έβ˜”οΈ

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Ashley ✨Last but certainly not least β€” the amazing Ms. Ashley πŸ’–Ms. Ashley is truly the heart ...
05/22/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Ashley ✨

Last but certainly not least β€” the amazing Ms. Ashley πŸ’–

Ms. Ashley is truly the heart of our practice. She has something so special about her β€” the kind of warmth, joy, and energy that makes children feel instantly comfortable and families feel right at home. If we could bottle up what she brings to our clinic, we’d be millionaires πŸ˜‰βœ¨

She brings so much experience, passion, and fun into every session, and you can truly see the confidence in our littles grow when they work with her. Ms. Ashley genuinely loves connecting with families, building relationships, and making every child feel seen, supported, and celebrated. 🫢

That connection and care are what set our practice apart β€” we want every family who walks through our doors to feel like part of our family. πŸ’•

Fun fact: Before opening her own practice in 2020, Ms. Ashley worked as a speech therapist in the schools! πŸ“šβœ¨ And when she’s not at the clinic, she’s busy cheering on her two boys β€” you can usually find her at a ball field somewhere βšΎπŸ’™

Ms. Ashley, thank you for your vision, your heart, and the incredible love you pour into this practice and the families we serve every single day. We are so grateful for you! 🌟

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Chloe ✨Today we are celebrating sweet Ms. Chloe! πŸ’–Ms. Chloe has such a calm, gentle spirit th...
05/21/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Chloe ✨

Today we are celebrating sweet Ms. Chloe! πŸ’–

Ms. Chloe has such a calm, gentle spirit that makes everyone around her feel comfortable and cared for. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and take on new challenges with such a positive attitude, and we appreciate her so much! 🫢

Our littles absolutely love playing and learning with Ms. Chloe. She brings warmth, patience, and encouragement to every session, helping children feel confident while making therapy fun and engaging. ✨

Ms. Chloe is also a proud Tennessee native 🍊 and loves traveling and making memories with her hubby whenever they get the chance βœˆοΈπŸ’•

Fun fact: Ms. Chloe grew up dancing and loves staying active through yoga and movement! πŸ’ƒπŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ

Ms. Chloe, thank you for your kindness, dedication, and the caring heart you bring to our practice every day. We are so grateful for you!

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✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Ellie ✨Today we are celebrating our amazing Ms. Ellie! πŸ’–Ms. Ellie is a proud Knoxville native...
05/20/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Ellie ✨

Today we are celebrating our amazing Ms. Ellie! πŸ’–

Ms. Ellie is a proud Knoxville native β€” Go Vols! 🧑🏈 Her bright, bubbly personality brings so much joy and energy to our clinic each day. You can hear her cheerful voice and contagious laughter filling the office, making everyone around her smile. β˜€οΈ

Our littles absolutely adore playing and learning with Ms. Ellie because she knows how to make both speech and feeding therapy engaging, encouraging, and so much fun! 🫢

Ms. Ellie also goes the extra mile for families by providing thoughtful resources and helpful tools to make mealtimes easier and less stressful for the whole family β€” something parents appreciate so much! πŸ½οΈπŸ’•

Outside of the clinic, Ms. Ellie is busy planning her wedding πŸ’ and soaking up life with her adorable new pup, Hank 🐢

Ms. Ellie, thank you for the joy, dedication, and heart you bring to every child and family you serve. We are so grateful for you! 🌟

πŸ’¬ Tip Tuesday: Honor All Forms of Communication πŸ’¬We believe communication is communication β€” whether it is spoken words,...
05/19/2026

πŸ’¬ Tip Tuesday: Honor All Forms of Communication πŸ’¬

We believe communication is communication β€” whether it is spoken words, sign language, AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication), gestures, pictures, facial expressions, or devices.

Every child deserves to be heard, understood, and given a way to express themselves.

One common myth we hear is:
❌ β€œUsing AAC or sign language will stop a child from talking.”

Research consistently shows the opposite! Supporting communication in ANY form can actually encourage language development, reduce frustration, build confidence, and strengthen social connections. AAC and sign language do not replace speech β€” they support communication and give children access to language while speech develops.

When we honor all forms of communication, we are:
✨ Reducing communication frustration
✨ Supporting language growth
✨ Building confidence and connection
✨ Giving children a voice NOW, not β€œsomeday”

Our goal is never to limit how a child communicates β€” it is to empower them to communicate successfully in whatever way works best for them.

Every voice matters. Every form matters. πŸ’™

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Alayna ✨Today we are celebrating the wonderful Ms. Alayna! πŸ’–Ms. Alayna brings so much wisdom,...
05/19/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Alayna ✨

Today we are celebrating the wonderful Ms. Alayna! πŸ’–

Ms. Alayna brings so much wisdom, compassion, and calmness to our practice. Her sweet and gentle disposition helps our littles feel comfortable, safe, and right at ease from the moment they meet her. She has such a special way of connecting with children and families, and we are so thankful for the care and encouragement she brings every day. 🫢

Outside of the clinic, Ms. Alayna is a busy toddler mama to sweet Josie πŸ’• and recently celebrated buying a new home with her hubby β€” such an exciting season of life!

Ms. Alayna, thank you for your dedication, kindness, and the calming presence you bring to every child and family you serve. We are so grateful for you! 🌟

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✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Rylei ✨Today we are celebrating our wonderful Ms. Rylei! πŸ’–Ms. Rylei has such a special way wi...
05/18/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Ms. Rylei ✨

Today we are celebrating our wonderful Ms. Rylei! πŸ’–

Ms. Rylei has such a special way with children. She brings so much FUN to every session, and families quickly fall in love with her caring heart. 🫢

A little about Ms. Rylei β€” she was born and raised in Kentucky (Go Wildcats! πŸ’™πŸ€), loves her sweet orange kitty, Thea 🐈, and is cheering on her husband while he attends medical school.

Fun fact: Ms. Rylei is a super picky eater πŸ˜‚ β€” we always joke that she could benefit from feeding therapy herself!

Ms. Rylei, thank you for the love, dedication, and joy you bring to our practice and to every child you work with. We are so grateful for you and all that you do! 🌟

Happy SLP Day to the incredible therapists who make our practice so special! πŸ’–βœ¨We are beyond grateful for the love, dedi...
05/18/2026

Happy SLP Day to the incredible therapists who make our practice so special! πŸ’–βœ¨

We are beyond grateful for the love, dedication, patience, and joy each of you brings to our littles and their families every single day. Your commitment shines through in every milestone celebrated, every encouraging word, and every connection you build. πŸ’¬πŸŒˆ

You truly set our practice apart, and we are so lucky to have such an amazing team of compassionate, talented therapists. 🫢

This week, we’ll be spotlighting each of our wonderful therapists so you can help us celebrate the hearts behind the magic! πŸŽ‰πŸ’•

Thank you for all that you do β€” today and every day! Happy SLP Day! 🩡

Today we recognize Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) and the incredible strength of the children and families navigating...
05/14/2026

Today we recognize Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) and the incredible strength of the children and families navigating this journey every day. πŸ’™

We know communication is more than words β€” it’s connection, confidence, and being understood. Children with CAS work incredibly hard to coordinate the movements needed for speech, and every sound, word, and sentence is a victory worth celebrating.

This Childhood Apraxia Awareness Day, let’s continue to advocate for early intervention, specialized support, and patience as every child finds their voice in their own way and at their own pace.

Every voice matters. Every attempt counts. Every child deserves to be heard. πŸ’™

🌟 Tip Tuesday: What Does an SLP Do in Feeding Therapy? 🌟Many people are surprised to learn that Speech-Language Patholog...
05/12/2026

🌟 Tip Tuesday: What Does an SLP Do in Feeding Therapy? 🌟

Many people are surprised to learn that Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) help children with feeding and mealtime skills! 🍎πŸ₯€

Feeding therapy is designed to support children who may have difficulty with:
β€’ Chewing foods safely
β€’ Swallowing
β€’ Tolerating different textures, tastes, or temperatures
β€’ Trying new foods
β€’ Oral motor skills needed for eating and drinking
β€’ Sensory responses that can make mealtimes stressful or overwhelming

At therapy, we meet children where they are and use play-based, child-led activities to help make feeding feel safe, positive, and fun! 🎨🫐🧸

An SLP may target skills through:
βœ”οΈ Exploring foods through play
βœ”οΈ Practicing chewing and oral motor movements
βœ”οΈ Building comfort with new foods step-by-step
βœ”οΈ Supporting safe swallowing skills
βœ”οΈ Encouraging positive mealtime experiences without pressure

Our goal is to help children gain confidence, improve feeding skills, and create happier, more successful mealtimes for the whole family. πŸ’›

Have a picky eater or need support during mealtimes? Give us a call to schedule a feeding evaluation β€” we’re here to help! πŸ“ž

Address

102 Mitchell Road
Oak Ridge, TN
37830

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+18652132844

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