speech therapy Archives

Strategies for Boosting Speech Intelligibility

Speech intelligibility, which is how well a listener understands a speaker, is one of the most functional outcomes we target in speech therapy. Whether a

Velopharyngeal Insufficiency: A Guide for SLPs and SLPAs

Want to learn more about velopharyngeal insufficiency? Have a student demonstrating hypernasality and/or nasal emission, and you’re not sure what the next steps are? This

Tips for Treating Cleft Palate Speech

Learn practical, evidence-based tips for treating cleft palate speech in children. Explore strategies for articulation, placement, and tactile cues to improve oral airflow, resonance, and

Fantasy and Fairy Tale Themed Speech Therapy Activities

I enjoy using themes in my speech sessions because it helps streamline therapy planning. A fairy tale and fantasy theme is a big hit and

10 Games to Use in High-Trial Articulation Therapy

In articulation therapy, “high trials” refers to a large number of practice repetitions, ideally 50-100, during a therapy session. The 100 trials are the “golden number” for

Camping Themed Speech Therapy Activities

I enjoy using themes in my speech sessions because it helps streamline therapy planning. A camping theme is a fun one (and great for a

Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month: What SLPs Need to Know

July is recognized as Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month, a time to raise visibility about the needs, strengths, and multidisciplinary care of individuals born with

Speech Therapy Ideas for Traveling SLPs

Are you a traveling therapist constantly on the move? Whether you’re rotating between multiple schools, traveling to clients’ homes, or working in a variety of

How and Why to Teach Prepositions in Speech Therapy

Spatial concepts are an area that speech therapists address because they are a critical component of language development. Understanding positional concepts is essential for effective

Birthday Themed Speech Therapy Activities

I enjoy using themes in my speech sessions because it helps streamline therapy planning. A birthday party theme is a big hit and great because

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