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When a child learns to speak, they often attempt to simplify adult speech into an easier speech pattern. These patterns are referred to as a phonological process. These processes typically occur in the early stages of speech and language development and typically disappear by a certain age. However, when these

One of the biggest questions I get as a speech therapist working with younger kids is, “How can I help my child at home?” As a therapist, I almost always have the child take the lead. Follow them around the house and see what they are engaging in. For example,

By Andrea Esinhart, CCC, SLP Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is all the ways a person can communicate besides talking. Augmentative means to add to a person’s speech. Alternative means to be used instead of talking. Some people use AAC for a short period of time. Some people use AAC

Occupational Therapy at AKT begins with the belief that each child that we serve is unique and deserves unique services. This belief is set across all that we do and all that we strive to be. Services begin with a thorough evaluation of each child. The assessment tools are choosen

Self-regulation refers to a child’s ability to manage their emotions, behavior, and attention in various situations. As a pediatric occupational therapist, I often witness the crucial role self-regulation plays in a child’s occupational performance, encompassing daily activities like play, learning, and social interactions. Self-regulation encompasses the ability to manage one’s

In occupational therapy, we work on many skills vital to a kid’s everyday life, one of those include visual motor skills. Visual motor skills are defined as being able to translate a visual image, or a visual plan, into a motor action – or in other words, taking what we

One of the most frequently occurring topics I have been approached by parents with is how they can help their child with overall transitions. As a therapist, I have encountered many instances where a child has a difficult time transitioning not only in the clinic but in a classroom, home,

By Morgan Hamlett, DPT Toe walking is common in children and can be caused by a variety of reasons. Toe walking can be due to loss of range of motion in their calf muscles, neurologic disorders, or sensory issues. So when is toe walking a problem? The biggest misconception is