Speech Sound Development (Articulation)
Clear communication starts with clear speech. Jill’s articulation therapy focuses on helping children learn to produce speech sounds accurately by addressing common errors such as sound substitutions, omissions, or distortions. Through engaging and individualized sessions, children develop the skills and the confidence to self-correct their speech, forming new, natural speech habits that make it easier for family, teachers, and peers to understand them every day.
"Our daughter was struggling to be understood, and it was starting to affect her confidence. Working with Jill changed everything—she created a fun, supportive space and helped our daughter make real progress. Now she’s speaking more clearly and proudly sharing her thoughts with everyone."
— ANN & MICHAEL F. FROM FLAGSTAFF, AZ
FAQs
What are the benefits of articulation therapy for my child?
Articulation therapy helps a child produce speech sounds accurately, resulting in clearer and more understandable communication. This improvement not only facilitates more effective interactions with family, peers, and educators but also boosts the child's confidence in social settings. Additionally, mastering correct speech sounds strengthens phonological awareness—the understanding of how sounds function in language, which is a critical skill for developing reading and spelling abilities. By addressing articulation challenges, therapy supports both the child's communicative competence and academic readiness.
What techniques are used in articulation therapy?
Jill's articulation therapy is a structured, step-by-step approach designed to help children produce specific speech sounds correctly. The process begins by teaching the child how to position their tongue, lips, and other articulators to produce the target sound in isolation. Once the child can consistently produce the sound alone, they progress to practicing it within syllables, then words. As proficiency improves, the therapy advances to incorporating the sound into phrases and sentences, gradually increasing linguistic complexity. The final stages focus on using the target sound in everyday conversation, aiming for natural and intelligible speech. Therapy sessions are typically held one to two times a week, with the duration tailored to each child's individual needs and progress.