Language and Speech

By one year • Able to use 3-5 single words • Imitates sounds and words • Able to recognize own name • Able to follow one-step instructions • Have an increased awareness of surroundings and routines By two years • Able to use up to 20 words • Able to use two words together • Can imitate

Aphasia This term is used when there is an acquired language disability in any language modality - speaking, listening, reading and writing. There are a wide variety of aphasia symptoms, depending on which language modality is affected. Expressive language disorder A person has difficulty communic

The first evaluation session will start to determine the type of disorder, the goals for therapy as well as the need for any additional referrals. Depending on the type of disorder and the client’s circumstances, therapy usually consists of weekly 30 minute sessions.Home programs are also given if

Apraxia This is a motor speech disorder where the person has trouble saying what he / she wants to say correctly because of damage to parts of the brain related to speech. The severity can range from mild to severe depending on the damage. Articulation disorder Articulation disorders are when soun