I’ve compiled some speech and language milestones. Remember, milestones are a huge generalization, and not a “rule.” This is not meant to be a diagnostic tool, rather a way to generally gauge where your child is in their language development and see where your child is going next. Only a speech and language pathologist can help you determine if your child needs…

Some children are eligible for speech and language services through the public school system. It is important to understand the differences between school-based and private services. What are the major differences between school-based and private therapy? Private Model School-Based Model Eligibility Delays and disorders are treated. A formal or informal assessment is used to determine the presence of a disorder or…

When choosing a speech language pathologist, it is important to find a good match for your child. Asking the right questions can help you determine if the clinician is the right fit for you. Are you an ASHA certified Speech Language Pathologist? ASHA stands for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. A SLP who is ASHA certified will have the credentials “CCC-SLP”…