Whether your child has been diagnosed with a speech-language disorder, or if you’re speculating that he or she is developing a disorder, parent involvement is not only useful, it is...
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Goldman Fristoe Test of Articulation 2 (GFTA-2): Assessing Your Child’s Speech
What is the Goldman Fristoe Articulation Test? The Goldman Fristoe Articulation Test is widely used by speech pathologists throughout the United States as a tool to assess children’s speech development. ...
Exercises to Help with your Child’s Receptive Language Disorder
If your child suffers from a Receptive Language Disorder, you know how difficult it can be for him or her to communicate effectively. You worriedly watch as he or she...
Four Common Misconceptions About Sensory Processing Disorder
Teaching a child with a sensory processing disorder to communicate effectively can be extremely difficult. That difficulty is compounded by the vast amount of misinformation which exists surrounding the subject...
How can feeding therapy benefit my child?
Feeding therapy is the needed treatment for infants and young children who are experiencing feeding difficulties. Because feeding difficulties can lead to more serious problems for health and development, it...
When Should the Goldman Fristoe Articulation Test be Used?
What is the Goldman Fristoe Test? The Goldman Fristoe test of articulation is a tool which can help examine a child’s ability to pronounce different speech sounds in order to...
What Does Having A Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder Mean for My Child
Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder is characterized by a child’s inability to express himself or herself using spoken language and by exhibiting problems understanding what people say. This disorder is diagnosed...
Pediatric Speech Therapy Treatment for Stuttering
What is Stuttering? Stuttering, or the repetition or prolonging of sounds and syllables during speech, is a communication disorder that can affect a child’s quality of life. The negative effects...
How Do I know If My Child has an Articulation Disorder?
Articulation refers to the way humans produce sounds which includes the adjustments and movements of speech organs, such as the tongue or the lips. Sometimes, children will mispronounce a speech...
How Can the PROMPT Speech Therapy Technique Help Children with Apraxia?
What is the PROMPT Technique? PROMPT stands for “Prompts for Restructuring Oral and Muscular Phonetic Targets.” It is used to restructure the speech production capabilities of children with a variety...
How Does Speech Therapy Address a Speech Delay?
If your child seems to be struggling with speech development, or if you think that s/he should have a more complex vocabulary by a certain age, you’re not alone. Though...
The Different Types of Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
Sensory processing disorder, also known as sensory integration disorder or sensory integration dysfunction, is a neurological disorder dealing with the improper processing of environmental stimuli. Individuals with this disorder struggle...
"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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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.
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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.
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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.