Speech/Articulation
Speech Sound Disorders
Is your child difficult to understand? Do they substitute sounds, leave sounds out, or continue making speech errors that other children their age have outgrown? Speech sound disorders can impact a child’s ability to communicate, learn, and interact confidently with others. The first step toward successful treatment is identifying the underlying cause of the speech difficulty.
At Ponte Vedra Speech, Language, and Learning, we know that not all speech sound disorders are the same. Speech errors may result from articulation disorders, phonological disorders, or motor speech disorders such as Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). Because every child is unique, we provide comprehensive evaluations and individualized treatment plans using evidence-based therapy approaches that best fit each child’s needs.
Our therapy may address:
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Articulation disorders
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Phonological disorders
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Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
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Motor speech disorders
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Lisps and other speech sound distortions
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Speech intelligibility and overall communication
Our speech-language pathologists have advanced training in the assessment and treatment of motor speech disorders. We are proud to be listed as providers with Apraxia Kids and are PROMPT Certified, because we are commitment to using specialized, evidence-based approaches for children with complex speech needs.
Depending on your child’s diagnosis, therapy may include:
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Dynamic and Temporal Tactile Cueing (DTTC): A research-supported approach that helps children with Childhood Apraxia of Speech develop accurate speech movements through intensive, individualized practice.
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PROMPT Therapy: A tactile-kinesthetic approach that uses gentle touch cues to support the coordination and planning of speech movements, improving speech clarity and confidence.
Whether your child has a mild articulation disorder, a persistent lisp, or a complex motor speech disorder, Ponte Vedra Speech, Language, and Learning is here to help. Through expert evaluation and personalized one-on-one therapy, we help children become more confident, effective communicators.
What is Dynamic and Temporal Tactile Cuing? https://childapraxiatreatment.org/dttc/