At A Total Approach®, we recognize that communication and language development begin long before the first spoken word. Adopting a developmental approach, we integrate strategies from the DIR/Floortime model into our sessions to foster emotional regulation, enhance connection, and support overall progress.

• We recognize that communication is a personalized process, unique to each individual
• Assistive technology may be utilized to support communicative intent, while also focusing on enhancing verbal communication skills
• We emphasize high-frequency, intensive treatment strategies, particularly for individuals with speech apraxia
• Our therapists incorporate a range of visual, verbal, and tactile cues to help clients with apraxia of speech or other motor speech disorders produce accurate speech sounds
•  Our approach is centered on nurturing and strengthening a client’s foundational and developmental communication skills
• We promote collaborative teamwork across various therapy disciplines, including speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and play therapy, to ensure comprehensive care

In addition to speech production, our speech-language therapists work on various aspects of language, including:

• Receptive Language: Enhancing a client’s ability to understand spoken language, including following directions, comprehending questions, and understanding complex concepts
• Expressive Language: Supporting the development of vocabulary, sentence structure, and the ability to use language effectively to express thoughts, ideas, and emotions
• Pragmatics: Helping clients develop appropriate social communication skills, such as turn-taking, eye contact, and understanding social cues for effective interaction in various settings
• Language Fluency: Addressing issues related to stuttering or disfluency to improve the flow and clarity of speech
• Narrative Skills: Fostering the ability to tell stories, organize thoughts, and provide coherent, structured communication in both verbal and written forms
• Speech Sound Disorders: Addressing articulation and phonological issues that impact clear speech, ensuring clients can be understood by others

Our goal is to empower clients to communicate successfully and confidently, fostering meaningful connections across all environments and enabling them to thrive in every aspect of their lives.