Speech Therapy
Speech therapy helps to improve communication, language, socialization, and cognition. Our speech therapists have specialized training in several areas including language development, articulation therapy, apraxia treatment, fluency, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and multi-sensory based strategies for literacy.
Signs your child may benefit from speech therapy:
- Has fewer words than expected
- Has difficulty asking or answering questions
- Has trouble talking to friends and classmates
- Is difficult to understand
- Only talks about a few topics
- Difficulty following directions
AAC
Augmentative and Alternative Communication refers to strategies and devices that support communication. This can include anything from pictures and sign language to specialized tablets. AAC also includes the use of alternative access methods such as using switches or eye gaze to communicate. We have several speech therapists who specialize in using AAC to support communication and who have experience collaborating with families and school teams to improve ease of use across settings.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy focuses on increasing participation in daily activities such as self-care, play, and social interactions. Our OTs have training in programs and interventions including The Alert Program, The Zones of Regulation, Survival Animals, Autism Level UP, Handwriting Without Tears, and Floor Time.
Signs your child may benefit from occupational therapy:
- Needs more help or takes longer than other kids to complete self-care or household tasks
- Seems to have more intense emotions and reactions than other kids
- Fine motor tasks seem difficult, rushed, or messy
- Difficulty making friends and playing with others
Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy aims at improving gross motor, balance, and mobility to increase independence with functional activities. Our physical therapists have training in Neurodevelopmental Therapy, wheelchair fitting and mobility, orthotics, torticollis management, and more.
Signs your child may benefit from Physical Therapy:
- Late to crawl or walk
- Trips or falls frequently
- Has more difficulty than other kids using playground equipment, riding a bike, or playing sports
- Complains of pain or fatigue with physical activity
Feeding Therapy
We have both SLPs and OTs that provide feeding therapy! Our feeding therapists can address concerns including:
- Difficulty getting enough to eat
- Eating a limited variety of foods
- Coughing, gagging, or vomiting while eating
- Difficulty eating food by mouth
- Difficulty chewing and controlling food in the mouth
Our feeding therapists draw from a variety of evidence based feeding methods including the Get Permission Approach, Beckman Oral Motor, and Amp Care.
Groups
Whether you have a wiggly toddler, a Lego master, or a Tik Tok loving teen, we have a group for you!
At Inspiring Talkers we have activity groups designed for all kids, as well as specialized therapeutic groups. Check out our current and upcoming offerings!
Telehealth, Intensives, and Hybrid options
At Inspiring Talkers, we understand each family has unique needs. We offer a variety of service delivery methods including telehealth, therapy intensives, and hybrid options so you can choose what works best for your family.