Speech & Language Therapy

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Communication is more than words or actions—it’s connection! Here, speech and language therapy is rooted in play, safety, and trust. We believe every child’s voice deserves to be heard and understood. Speech and language skills are the foundation for connection, learning, and self-expression, so when a child is struggling, it can ripple into so many parts of their life. Our role is to make communication feel easier, more natural, and less frustrating, while building your child’s confidence along the way.

Erin reading a book and using AAC with a young client

Every child comes to therapy with their own history, their own strengths, and their own ways of showing up in the world. With a trauma-informed lens, we honor those experiences while building skills that feel meaningful and empowering. Speech and language sessions are collaborative, strength-based, and paced according to each child’s comfort and curiosity. Together, we’ll make sure strategies fit into your family’s everyday life so communication growth can continue long after the session ends.

You might be wondering…

Erin kneeling next to a young client sitting at a desk on wheels

We incorporate play, storytelling, and real-life conversations into each of our sessions, so your child feels supported rather than “in therapy.”

— Erin Forward

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