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DIR/Floortime Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Is your child struggling with social-emotional interactions, communication, or sensory processing? DIR/Floortime therapy might be the key to unlocking their potential. This play-based, child-led approach fosters deep connections and builds...
Karen George, Speech Pathologist in Chicago, Recommends Speech Buddies for Use During Speech Therapy!
I’d like to share a fun and useful tool I recent discovered that help children master sounds in a fun way. The tool is called Speech Buddies! Speech Buddies are...
Articulation Station App for Ipad is recommended by Karen George and Chicago Speech Therapy
While there are several articulation apps available for speech-language pathologists to use on their iPhones or iPads, the new app Articulation Station is the clear choice for children’s speech therapists....
How to Teach the P Sound by Chicago Speech Therapy
The /p/ sound is a bilabial sound, meaning that it involves both lips being pressed together to create. Air is then released through the lips and slightly open teeth, creating...
How to Teach the M Sound by Chicago Speech Therapy
The /m/ sound is a nasal sound, which means that all passage through the mouth is blocked and air instead has to travel through the nose. It is also a voiced...
How to Teach the H Sound by Chicago Speech Therapy
The /h/ sound is one of the easier sounds to articulate. It does not involve any special arrangement of the lips or tongue or complicated movements. In order to produce the...
How to Teach the N Sound by Chicago Speech Therapy
Like the /m/ sound, the /n/ sound is a voiced, nasal sound. This means that the sound is created by the speaker vibrating their vocal cords while pushing air through their...
How to Teach the W Sound by Chicago Speech Therapy
The /w/ sound is considered a glide or a semivowel sound by speech-language pathologists. In other words, /w/ sounds a lot like a vowel and sometimes even acts like one, even...
How to Teach the B Sound by Chicago Speech Therapy
The /b/ sound is a bilabial sounds, which means the lips are pressed together while producing the sound. It is also a voiced sound, which means that the vocal cords...
How to Teach the K Sound by Chicago Speech Therapy
The /k/ sound is very similar to the /g/ sound because they both use the same mouth position. Both are stop consonants, which means the airflow while producing the sound is...
How to Teach the G Sound by Chicago Speech Therapy
The /g/ sound and the /k/ sound are very similar and use the same mouth position. So what makes them different? The /g/ sound is a voiced sound and the /k/...
"We had the most wonderful experience with Chicago Speech Therapy! Our speech pathologist, Miss Megan, developed a bond with our son almost immediately. By week two, he would await her arrival by the window in our front door! She quickly discovered all of his favorite things and would bring so many toys of her own that would keep him engaged and wanting to talk! She gave us (parents) tons of strategies to work with on our own in between her weekly visits. Our son made consistent progress under her care and has now been released from speech therapy ~ which actually makes us so sad ~ simply because we miss Miss Megan! She basically became part of our family and will be dearly missed. I couldn’t recommend Miss Megan and Chicago Speech Therapy more!"
"The process w/ CST was smooth, from the intake process, registration, processing insurance to on-going communication. Sarah was the Speech Therapist for our 9-year-old and she established a wonderful rapport with her and gained her trust over the months. I highly recommend CST."
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Speech Therapy Services We Offer
Our expert speech-language pathologists are equipped to address a wide range of communication challenges, providing tailored solutions for each child's unique needs. From early language development to complex communication disorders, we offer comprehensive support at every stage of your child's journey.
Individualized Speech Therapy
Each child's communication journey is unique. That's why we create individualized therapy plans tailored to your child's specific needs and goals, ensuring they receive the most effective support to reach their full potential.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Our comprehensive evaluations provide a detailed understanding of your child's unique communication strengths and challenges, laying the foundation for a personalized and effective therapy plan.
Feeding Therapy
Our feeding therapy services help children overcome challenges with eating due to sensory, behavioral, or oral motor factors. We focus on creating positive and safe mealtime experiences, enhancing your child's overall well-being.
Specialized Speech Therapy for Autistic Children
We understand the unique communication needs of autistic children. Our tailored therapy programs address individual challenges and strengths, fostering meaningful connections and expressive communication.
Therapeutic Preschool & Kindergarten
Our therapeutic preschool and kindergarten program integrates speech therapy, occupational therapy, and behavioral support within a nurturing educational environment. Led by licensed speech-language pathologists, this speech and language-focused program ensures comprehensive care and development for your child.