{"id":40566,"date":"2025-08-26T13:39:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T13:39:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/?page_id=40566"},"modified":"2026-09-11T15:03:16","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T15:03:16","slug":"speech-therapy-for-children","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/?page_id=40566","title":{"rendered":"Speech Therapy for Children"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Children Speech Therapy<\/h2>\n<p>Helping children improve communication and quality of life through expert virtual speech therapy services.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/?page_id=40568\" role=\"button\">Get Started<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" alt=\"Children Header Speech Therapy Essentials\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-src=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Children-People-1.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Children-People-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Children-People-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Children-People-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Children-People-1-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Children-People-1-260x260.webp 260w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Children-People-1-30x30.webp 30w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Children-People-1-10x10.webp 10w\" class=\" cmsmasters_img cmsmasters-lazyload lazyload\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>Why Us<\/p>\n<h2>Personalized care. Real outcomes.<br \/>\nNo gimmicks.<\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" alt=\"Why Choose Us Children Speech Therapy Essentials\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-src=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Children-People-3.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Children-People-3.webp 1000w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Children-People-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Children-People-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Children-People-3-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Children-People-3-260x260.webp 260w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Children-People-3-30x30.webp 30w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Children-People-3-10x10.webp 10w\" class=\" cmsmasters_img cmsmasters-lazyload lazyload\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224 256c70.7 0 128-57.3 128-128S294.7 0 224 0 96 57.3 96 128s57.3 128 128 128zM104 424c0 13.3 10.7 24 24 24s24-10.7 24-24-10.7-24-24-24-24 10.7-24 24zm216-135.4v49c36.5 7.4 64 39.8 64 78.4v41.7c0 7.6-5.4 14.2-12.9 15.7l-32.2 6.4c-4.3.9-8.5-1.9-9.4-6.3l-3.1-15.7c-.9-4.3 1.9-8.6 6.3-9.4l19.3-3.9V416c0-62.8-96-65.1-96 1.9v26.7l19.3 3.9c4.3.9 7.1 5.1 6.3 9.4l-3.1 15.7c-.9 4.3-5.1 7.1-9.4 6.3l-31.2-4.2c-7.9-1.1-13.8-7.8-13.8-15.9V416c0-38.6 27.5-70.9 64-78.4v-45.2c-2.2.7-4.4 1.1-6.6 1.9-18 6.3-37.3 9.8-57.4 9.8s-39.4-3.5-57.4-9.8c-7.4-2.6-14.9-4.2-22.6-5.2v81.6c23.1 6.9 40 28.1 40 53.4 0 30.9-25.1 56-56 56s-56-25.1-56-56c0-25.3 16.9-46.5 40-53.4v-80.4C48.5 301 0 355.8 0 422.4v44.8C0 491.9 20.1 512 44.8 512h358.4c24.7 0 44.8-20.1 44.8-44.8v-44.8c0-72-56.8-130.3-128-133.8z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p><strong>Therapist-Owned Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A trusted SLP personally involved in your child\u2019s progress every step of the way.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M336.2 64H47.8C21.4 64 0 85.4 0 111.8v288.4C0 426.6 21.4 448 47.8 448h288.4c26.4 0 47.8-21.4 47.8-47.8V111.8c0-26.4-21.4-47.8-47.8-47.8zm189.4 37.7L416 177.3v157.4l109.6 75.5c21.2 14.6 50.4-.3 50.4-25.8V127.5c0-25.4-29.1-40.4-50.4-25.8z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p><strong>Engaging Virtual Sessions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Fun, interactive therapy activities designed to keep children motivated.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224 256c70.7 0 128-57.3 128-128S294.7 0 224 0 96 57.3 96 128s57.3 128 128 128zm95.8 32.6L272 480l-32-136 32-56h-96l32 56-32 136-47.8-191.4C56.9 292 0 350.3 0 422.4V464c0 26.5 21.5 48 48 48h352c26.5 0 48-21.5 48-48v-41.6c0-72.1-56.9-130.4-128.2-133.8z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p><strong>Parent Partnership<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Families are actively included to support carryover at home and school.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M349.565 98.783C295.978 98.783 251.721 64 184.348 64c-24.955 0-47.309 4.384-68.045 12.013a55.947 55.947 0 0 0 3.586-23.562C118.117 24.015 94.806 1.206 66.338.048 34.345-1.254 8 24.296 8 56c0 19.026 9.497 35.825 24 45.945V488c0 13.255 10.745 24 24 24h16c13.255 0 24-10.745 24-24v-94.4c28.311-12.064 63.582-22.122 114.435-22.122 53.588 0 97.844 34.783 165.217 34.783 48.169 0 86.667-16.294 122.505-40.858C506.84 359.452 512 349.571 512 339.045v-243.1c0-23.393-24.269-38.87-45.485-29.016-34.338 15.948-76.454 31.854-116.95 31.854z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p><strong>Progress You Can See<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Clear goals with measurable results shared regularly with families.<\/p>\n<p>Our Prices<\/p>\n<h2>Speech Therapy Tailored for<br \/>\nChildren<\/h2>\n<p>We proudly welcome private pay clients and are happy to discuss flexible payment options to make therapy accessible and affordable.<\/p>\n<p>We currently accept <strong>Aetna South Carolina<\/strong> insurance and are out of network with other providers. We\u2019re continuing to grow and partner with additional insurance payers\u2014please reach out to our office for the latest updates or to discuss your individual coverage options.<\/p>\n<p>Insurance Providers<\/p>\n<h2>We Work With<\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" alt=\"Accepted Insurance - Aetna\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-src=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo-300x169.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo-533x300.webp 533w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo-30x16.webp 30w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aetna-Logo.webp 1920w\" class=\" cmsmasters_img cmsmasters-lazyload lazyload\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>How It Works<\/p>\n<p>Speech Therapy Essentials offers virtual across <strong>SC, WA, LA, CA, FL, and NC<\/strong>. You can connect with one of our amazing therapists form the comfort of your home, school, or workplace.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M497.39 361.8l-112-48a24 24 0 0 0-28 6.9l-49.6 60.6A370.66 370.66 0 0 1 130.6 204.11l60.6-49.6a23.94 23.94 0 0 0 6.9-28l-48-112A24.16 24.16 0 0 0 122.6.61l-104 24A24 24 0 0 0 0 48c0 256.5 207.9 464 464 464a24 24 0 0 0 23.4-18.6l24-104a24.29 24.29 0 0 0-14.01-27.6z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h5>1. Get Connected<\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Give us a call to setup a free consultation or schedule an appointment. You may call our office: <strong>803-805-5539<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 640 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M624 208h-64v-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16h-32c-8.8 0-16 7.2-16 16v64h-64c-8.8 0-16 7.2-16 16v32c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h64v64c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h32c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-64h64c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-32c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16zm-400 48c70.7 0 128-57.3 128-128S294.7 0 224 0 96 57.3 96 128s57.3 128 128 128zm89.6 32h-16.7c-22.2 10.2-46.9 16-72.9 16s-50.6-5.8-72.9-16h-16.7C60.2 288 0 348.2 0 422.4V464c0 26.5 21.5 48 48 48h352c26.5 0 48-21.5 48-48v-41.6c0-74.2-60.2-134.4-134.4-134.4z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h5>2. Evaluation<\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Participate in a speech, language, cognitive or swallowing evaluation. We will develop an individualized care plan based on those results.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 640 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M232 224h56v56a8 8 0 0 0 8 8h48a8 8 0 0 0 8-8v-56h56a8 8 0 0 0 8-8v-48a8 8 0 0 0-8-8h-56v-56a8 8 0 0 0-8-8h-48a8 8 0 0 0-8 8v56h-56a8 8 0 0 0-8 8v48a8 8 0 0 0 8 8zM576 48a48.14 48.14 0 0 0-48-48H112a48.14 48.14 0 0 0-48 48v336h512zm-64 272H128V64h384zm112 96H381.54c-.74 19.81-14.71 32-32.74 32H288c-18.69 0-33-17.47-32.77-32H16a16 16 0 0 0-16 16v16a64.19 64.19 0 0 0 64 64h512a64.19 64.19 0 0 0 64-64v-16a16 16 0 0 0-16-16z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h5>3. Start Therapy<\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Begin weekly therapy sessions. We will work as a team to help you or your loved on reach their goals.<\/p>\n<p>About Us<\/p>\n<h2>Helping Individuals<br \/>\nCommunicate, Connect, and Thrive<\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/About-People-1-3hh9f474ewdiiyp0xcpnvffw2vdbmtta9807uf72cdpgqlkg0.webp\" title=\"About Speech Therapy Essentials\" alt=\"About Speech Therapy Essentials\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"590\" height=\"630\" data-src=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/About-People-1-rbb55vwj5q4seicsj1nmab89e5mszauop8fcovemfw.webp\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2>Meet Tamara<br \/>\nJohnson Keeton<\/h2>\n<p>MA, CCC-SLP<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-74d149db-6984-4333-924e-eaa0ad8d53ab\">\n<p><strong>30 years of expertise<\/strong> helping children and adults with communication and swallowing disorders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-bb0bcfb3-9067-4497-bec8-437d67fa40ac\">\n<p><strong>Therapist-owned practice<\/strong> with direct, personal involvement in every client\u2019s care.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-818ed32c-c38c-420c-a779-90416acaa85e\">\n<p><strong>Specialized in teletherapy and neurorehabilitation<\/strong>, including Parkinson\u2019s and stroke recovery.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-5a4954ab-6ac2-4286-b2d7-a14677d4e3c3\">\n<p><strong>ASHA-certified and licensed in multiple states<\/strong>, with Medicare, private pay, and scholarship options.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M208 0c-29.9 0-54.7 20.5-61.8 48.2-.8 0-1.4-.2-2.2-.2-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64 0 4.8.6 9.5 1.7 14C52.5 138 32 166.6 32 200c0 12.6 3.2 24.3 8.3 34.9C16.3 248.7 0 274.3 0 304c0 33.3 20.4 61.9 49.4 73.9-.9 4.6-1.4 9.3-1.4 14.1 0 39.8 32.2 72 72 72 4.1 0 8.1-.5 12-1.2 9.6 28.5 36.2 49.2 68 49.2 39.8 0 72-32.2 72-72V64c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64zm368 304c0-29.7-16.3-55.3-40.3-69.1 5.2-10.6 8.3-22.3 8.3-34.9 0-33.4-20.5-62-49.7-74 1-4.5 1.7-9.2 1.7-14 0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64-.8 0-1.5.2-2.2.2C422.7 20.5 397.9 0 368 0c-35.3 0-64 28.6-64 64v376c0 39.8 32.2 72 72 72 31.8 0 58.4-20.7 68-49.2 3.9.7 7.9 1.2 12 1.2 39.8 0 72-32.2 72-72 0-4.8-.5-9.5-1.4-14.1 29-12 49.4-40.6 49.4-73.9z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p><strong>30 Years<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>specializing in neurological disorders<\/p>\n<p>Testimonials<\/p>\n<h2>What Our Clients Say<br \/>\nAbout Speech Therapy Essentials<\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cExtremely present and responsive team of providers. You can feel they are here to help you improve your quality of life, whether that is working to find a medication with them or continuing therapy and alternative life changes outside of this practice.\u201d<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<cite>Harvey J.<\/cite><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t&#8220;Speech Therapy Essentials has been a true blessing. The therapists are not only professional but also incredibly caring and patient. They made the process comfortable and encouraging, and I\u2019ve seen such meaningful progress. I\u2019m grateful for their dedication and highly recommend them to anyone seeking quality speech therapy support.&#8221;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<cite>Robert S.<\/cite><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M646 125C629 125 613 133 604 142L308 442C296 454 292 471 292 487 292 504 296 521 308 533L604 854C617 867 629 875 646 875 663 875 679 871 692 858 704 846 713 829 713 812 713 796 708 779 692 767L438 487 692 225C700 217 708 204 708 187 708 171 704 154 692 142 675 129 663 125 646 125Z\"><\/path><\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M696 533C708 521 713 504 713 487 713 471 708 454 696 446L400 146C388 133 375 125 354 125 338 125 325 129 313 142 300 154 292 171 292 187 292 204 296 221 308 233L563 492 304 771C292 783 288 800 288 817 288 833 296 850 308 863 321 871 338 875 354 875 371 875 388 867 400 854L696 533Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>FAQ<\/p>\n<h2>Answers to Common Questions<br \/>\nAbout Our Services<\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" alt=\"FAQ School Speech Therapy Essentials\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-src=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FAQ-People-3.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FAQ-People-3.webp 1000w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FAQ-People-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FAQ-People-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FAQ-People-3-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FAQ-People-3-260x260.webp 260w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FAQ-People-3-30x30.webp 30w, https:\/\/speechtherapyessentials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FAQ-People-3-10x10.webp 10w\" class=\" cmsmasters_img cmsmasters-lazyload lazyload\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h6 id=\"elementor-tab-title-1131\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-widget-cmsmasters-toggles__content-1131\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><a href=\"#\">What types of difficulties do you treat in children?<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/h6>\n<p>We work with children who have challenges making speech sounds, speaking clearly, understanding language, using words and sentences, or expressing themselves effectively.<\/p>\n<h6 id=\"elementor-tab-title-1132\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-widget-cmsmasters-toggles__content-1132\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><a href=\"#\">How do I know if my child needs speech and\/or language therapy?<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/h6>\n<p>If your child is hard to understand, struggles to follow directions, has trouble finding words, or is falling behind compared to peers, therapy may help. A pediatrician or teacher can also guide you toward an evaluation.<\/p>\n<h6 id=\"elementor-tab-title-1133\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-widget-cmsmasters-toggles__content-1133\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><a href=\"#\">What happens during the first session?<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/h6>\n<p>The first session is an evaluation of your child\u2019s speech and language skills using assessment tools, observation, and play. At the end, we review results with you and recommend a personalized therapy plan.<\/p>\n<h6 id=\"elementor-tab-title-1134\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-widget-cmsmasters-toggles__content-1134\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><a href=\"#\">How long does therapy take?<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/h6>\n<p>Each child is different. Some make progress quickly, while others need ongoing support. The length of therapy depends on your child\u2019s unique needs, goals, and progress.<\/p>\n<h6 id=\"elementor-tab-title-1135\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-widget-cmsmasters-toggles__content-1135\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><a href=\"#\">What does a typical therapy session look like?<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M31.3 192h257.3c17.8 0 26.7 21.5 14.1 34.1L174.1 354.8c-7.8 7.8-20.5 7.8-28.3 0L17.2 226.1C4.6 213.5 13.5 192 31.3 192z\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/h6>\n<p>Sessions are interactive and fun, using games, books, and conversation to keep children engaged while targeting specific speech or language goals.<\/p>\n<p>Still Have Questions?<\/p>\n<p>Visit our full <strong>FAQ<\/strong> page or contact us directly at <strong>contact@speechtherapyessentials.com<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Conditions Treated for Children<\/p>\n<h2>Helping You or Your Loved Ones<br \/>\nCommunicate With Confidence<\/h2>\n<h5>Speech Therapy<\/h5>\n<p>Some children have trouble saying certain sounds, which can make their speech unclear. This can affect their confidence, friendships, and participation at school.<\/p>\n<p>Therapy helps children learn how to make sounds correctly so their speech is clearer and easier to understand.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to Expect in Therapy<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Play-based activities<\/strong> that keep your child motivated while working on their sounds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step-by-step strategies<\/strong> like slowing down, practicing tricky words, and using \u201csound reminders\u201d to help them form sounds correctly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Homework practice<\/strong> with simple games, word lists, or picture cards for carryover at home.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent coaching<\/strong> so you feel confident helping your child practice outside of sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Language Therapy<\/h5>\n<p>Some children struggle with understanding directions, finding the right words, or putting sentences together. These challenges can make schoolwork, conversations, and social interactions harder.<\/p>\n<p>Therapy builds language step by step so your child can better express themselves and understand others.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to Expect in Therapy<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-is-root=\"true\">\n<li data-block-id=\"block-d6f2a46c-4ee3-423b-9b0e-9373128278bd\">\n<p><strong>Interactive activities<\/strong> like stories, games, and conversation practice that make learning fun.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-3f9e1505-eacc-4546-9955-e6adb8262901\">\n<p><strong>Practical strategies<\/strong> such as using picture supports, asking your child to \u201ctell it back,\u201d or expanding short answers into full sentences.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-66002c5c-4ff4-45e3-a2a5-2aac04e33f4b\">\n<p><strong>Homework practice<\/strong> with easy activities like reading together, practicing new words, or using conversation starters at home.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-184a5da5-62e3-4d8d-9929-45e5fdd310bf\">\n<p><strong>Parent coaching<\/strong> to help you use everyday routines\u2014like mealtime or playtime\u2014as chances to build language skills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Social Communication Therapy<\/h5>\n<p>Some children have trouble saying certain sounds, which can make their speech unclear. This can affect their confidence, friendships, and participation at school.<\/p>\n<p>Therapy helps children learn how to make sounds correctly so their speech is clearer and easier to understand.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to Expect in Therapy<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-is-root=\"true\">\n<li data-block-id=\"block-4016c45d-67e9-4485-9b98-b4921af5a54c\">\n<p><strong>Play-based activities<\/strong> that keep your child motivated while working on their sounds.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-d7d3496c-a0b9-4193-bac5-c1ced85f90d8\">\n<p><strong>Step-by-step strategies<\/strong> like slowing down, practicing tricky words, and using \u201csound reminders\u201d to help them form sounds correctly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-05150f44-7573-44ef-89df-58875c98dca4\">\n<p><strong>Homework practice<\/strong> with simple games, word lists, or picture cards for carryover at home.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-block-id=\"block-c799f403-41dc-4b0b-9a12-fbb8df45996d\">\n<p><strong>Parent coaching<\/strong> so you feel confident helping your child practice outside of sessions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Children Speech Therapy Helping children improve communication and quality of life through expert virtual speech therapy services. 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