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Speech and language therapy
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WHAT IS SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY?

Speech and Language Therapy is an evidence-based profession that performs assessments and treatments of communication problems and speech disorders.  Speech therapists, also known as a speech language pathologists (SLPs), are the ones who administer this type of therapy.  Some SLPs also address feeding and swallowing issues, dependent on their training.
Speech problems which involves the creation of sound, tongue placement and voice quality. Language problems involve communication - which can involve understanding language, expressing thoughts or participating appropriately in social situations. Swallowing therapy addresses a person's ability to swallow safely, especially after a trauma like a stroke and feeding therapy helps people become better, more confident eaters.

Speech and Language therapy at Sprocket Therapy involves a whole body approach.  The SLPs work closely with their OT colleagues to ensure that they are meeting the needs of each client as comprehensively as possible.

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY CAN HELP YOUR CHILD WITH THE FOLLOWING ISSUES:

  • small vocabulary or short phrase length compared to other kids their age
  • difficulty following verbal instructions
  • hard to understand
  • has trouble making specific sounds (S, R, TH)
  • rushes through tasks
  • gets stuck or repeats words or sounds frequently (b-b-ball or the dog-dog is cute)
  • prefers to play alone or has trouble making friends
  • makes poor eye contact
  • often repeats phrases from shows, songs
  • difficulty answering WH questions (what, where, when?)
  • trouble with age appropriate grammar
  • presents with open mouth at rest or tongue rests between lips often
  • avoids eating by playing or talking at the table
The behaviors/traits listed above are only a very small example of skills that SLP can address.  If you aren't sure if this is the right direction for your child please fill out the form below and a team member will contact you soon to discuss your options.  
Unsure if your child needs speech and language therapy? email us for more info
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YOGA & SPEECH 
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Introduction from Ms. Carson

Hi, I’m Carson! 
I am a Speech Language Pathologist at Sprocket Therapy Solutions and have also been teaching yoga for 4 years now.  I truly think that yoga is the key for us to be more loving and compassionate humans.  Kids Yoga provides a fun and energetic atmosphere to understand our bodies, learn about different breathing methods, and encourage more mindful behavior. There are stories, games, and movements we may not always consider as the traditional “yoga poses” during a kids yoga class.  I am excited to merge my background of communication and language with the teachings of yoga and body movement to help support our children as they grow and learn.

“Yoga and mindfulness have been shown to improve both physical and mental health in school-age children. Yoga improves balance, strength, endurance, and aerobic capacity in children. Yoga and mindfulness offer psychological benefits for children as well. A growing body of research has already shown that yoga can improve focus, memory, self-esteem, academic performance, and classroom behavior, and can even reduce anxiety and stress in children.” (Harvard Health, 2016)
Kids yoga sessions look like:
  • Body movement 
  • Imaginative stories
  • Games
  • Breathing techniques
How do get your space ready for a yoga session (online):
  1. Find a yoga mat, beach towel, or blanket
  2. Decrease other sensory input (environmental noises, bright lights)
  3. Wear comfortable clothing
  4. Ensure that they are able to hear the audio and able to able to use microphone
Let’s have some fun!
Namasté, 
Carson​

Carson@sprockettherapy.com ​
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