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🌟 Why did I start EasySLP? 1️⃣ I wanted to provide parents & caregivers a connection to find a speech therapist quickly. 2️⃣ I wanted to provide an easy to use platform to provide the accessibility for virtual therapy. 3️⃣ I wanted SLPs (who are mostly women) the flexibility of providing quality virtual therapy. I get it- parents are busy. Few people have time to research finding a therapist, and, most times, when you find one there is a waiting list or a schedule conflict. My goal is to take the pain out of the process and provide a service that does everything in one place for you-without having to plan a carpool or choose between soccer practice and speech. This goes for therapists as well. Most SLPs are women, and when given the option of scheduling flexibility, have more bandwidth to provide services to those in need. I am on both sides of this, and through EasySLP I hope to alleviate this very real struggle. ___________ 👋 I’m Jessica, a Speech Language Pathologist and founder and CEO of EasySLP. We provide affordable, online speech therapy services to treat a wide range of communication disorders.  🌟 Interested in learning more about speech therapy and EasySLP? Follow for more insights, connect, or DM me! #speechtherapy #childdevelopment #parenting #speechlanguagepathology #speechdelay #slp

I often get asked by parents how they can support their child's speech development at home. Here are some practical tips to help foster a rich language environment for your kids 👇 🗣️Talk, Talk, Talk!  Narrate your day and describe what you’re doing. This helps your child hear and learn new words in context. 📚 Read Together Daily Books are a fantastic way to introduce new vocabulary and sentence structures. Make reading interactive by asking questions and encouraging your child to point to pictures. Funny voices and facial expressions are also a good addition! 🎲 Play and Interact  Engage in play that encourages communication. Toys that promote pretend play, like dolls or action figures, can help children practice conversation and storytelling. 🎵 Sing Songs and Nursery Rhymes  Music is really great for language development. Singing slows down language and emphasizes the rhythm and rhyme of words, making it easier for children to learn. Songs are also fun and easy for children to repeat!  🔄  Expand and Recast When your child speaks, expand on what they say. If they say "doggy," you can respond with "Yes, the big doggy is running fast!" This adds complexity and introduces new vocabulary. You can also ask questions about the dog or add more context to what your child is seeing. 📱❌ Limit Screen Time  I understand this one might be tougher than the others! But I highly recommend having more face-to-face interactions. While some educational programs can be beneficial, nothing beats direct human interaction for language learning. Remember, every child develops at their own pace, but if you have concerns about your child’s speech and language skills, early intervention is key. Don’t hesitate to seek advice from a professional!  ___________ 👋 I’m Jessica, a Speech Language Pathologist and founder and CEO of EasySLP. We provide affordable, online speech therapy services to treat a wide range of communication disorders.  🌟 Interested in learning more about speech therapy and EasySLP? Follow for more insights, connect, or DM me!

🐣 Early detection and Early Intervention in speech therapy can make a world of difference for children. But how do you know if a child needs early intervention for their speech and communication? Here are some signs and milestones to look out for 👇 1️⃣ Limited babbling or no words by 12 months 2️⃣ Difficulty following simple instructions 3️⃣ Trouble understanding simple sentences 4️⃣ Lack of eye contact   5️⃣ No single words by 16 months 6️⃣ No phrases by 24 months This isn’t a comprehensive list, so if you’re concerned about a developmental issue, I recommend talking to your pediatrician or reaching out to an SLP about getting a consultation or evaluation. Awareness is the first step! Early intervention can seem scary or intense, but in reality it helps children learn through play (which is great for teaching them both social skills and also making the learning fun) and increase their academic readiness. Early intervention also provides children with the resources and tools they need to prepare them for school and beyond. Questions about early intervention or the process for how to get your child in early intervention? Don’t hesitate to reach out! 👋 I’m Jessica, a Speech Language Pathologist and founder and CEO of EasySLP. We provide affordable, online speech therapy services to treat a wide range of communication disorders.  🌟 Interested in learning more about speech therapy and EasySLP? Follow for more insights, connect, or DM me!

👉 One of the most common speech therapy myths is that children will outgrow any speech disorders on their own. The truth is that they might outgrow them - or they might not. It’s a gamble.  When it comes to stuttering, for example, about 5-10% of all children will stutter (especially between the ages of 2 and 6). Of that 5-10%, about 75% of these children will outgrow their stutter. That’s great! Except for the other 25% that don’t outgrow it. For those children whose parents take the ‘wait and see’ approach, the possibility that they have their stutter for life becomes more real. On the other hand, early intervention takes a more proactive approach to address speech disorders. These treatments are extremely effective and in some cases can resolve a young child’s speech disorder entirely. As the saying goes, it’s better to be safe than sorry! If your young child is showing any signs of a speech disorder, I recommend not waiting to see if they will grow out of it. Start exploring options for early intervention speech therapy in your area to at least see what is offered.  There are also plenty of parent-coaching resources and online therapy options out there if the early intervention waitlists are super long (which is unfortunately pretty common). ❓Questions about early intervention or how to access speech therapy services for your child? Message me! I’m happy to help!  _________________ 👋 I’m Jessica, a Speech Language Pathologist and founder and CEO of EasySLP. We provide affordable, online speech therapy services to treat a wide range of communication disorders.  🌟 Interested in learning more about speech therapy and EasySLP? Follow for more insights, connect, or DM me! #easyslp #speechtherapy #communication #speechlanguagepathology #slp #speechdisorders #speechtherapist #speech

Also worth noting, a linguistic difference is not a disorder! SLPs are trained to differentiate between the two and as mentioned below, to respect our clients' cultural and linguistic differences

An important question with a nuanced answer- see below for more 👇

🎒 “SLPs only work in schools, right?” Wrong!  We’re everywhere!  SLPs work in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and even private practices. If you’re an aspiring SLP or are the parent of a child who might benefit from speech therapy, just know that school settings aren’t the only places where speech therapy happens!  🏥 Hospitals: In this setting, we work with patients of all ages who might have communication or swallowing disorders due to stroke, traumatic brain injury, neurological diseases, etc.  🏘️ Rehabilitation Centers: SLPs in rehab centers focus on helping patients recover and regain their communication and swallowing abilities post-injury or illness. We provide intensive therapy and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans. 🏥 Clinics: In clinical settings, SLPs offer outpatient services to individuals with a variety of speech and language disorders. This can include everything from articulation and fluency issues to voice disorders and language delays. We often work with both children and adults in these settings. 🏠 Private Practices: SLPs in private practice have the flexibility to offer specialized services tailored to the needs of their clients. This can include one-on-one therapy, group sessions, or even teletherapy.  Private practices often cater to a broad range of clients, including those seeking support for accent modification or professional voice training. 💼 Corporate Settings: This one is the most surprising to people! In corporate environments, we provide services such as accent modification, voice training, and communication coaching for professionals looking to enhance their speaking abilities. Where does EasySLP fit in? We fall under the private practice setting since our appointments are all telehealth/online. This allows us to support a wide range of client needs without the barrier of a commute!  We provide early intervention services, child speech therapy, as well as adult speech therapy. Interested in learning more about our services and if speech therapy is right for your situation? Send me a message! I’m happy to chat.  _______________________ 👋 I’m Jessica, a Speech Language Pathologist and founder and CEO of EasySLP. We provide affordable, online speech therapy services to treat a wide range of communication disorders.  🌟 Interested in learning more about speech therapy and EasySLP? Follow for more insights, connect, or DM me!  #easyslp #speechtherapy #communication #speechlanguagepathology #slp #speechtherapist