Children's Therapy Center of Washington Hospital | McMurray

At Children’s Therapy Center of Washington Hospital | McMurray, we understand that it can be difficult to know if your child needs speech therapy. If your child is autistic, speech therapy is almost always recommended since many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if your child is verbal and says a lot of words, they may need help with communication skills like responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing conversation topics, using gestures, and understanding other people’s body language. Speech therapy is usually the first step for recently diagnosed autistic children, as there is a critical period in the brain for language development and it’s important to teach language and communication skills early on. If you’re unsure if your child needs speech therapy, our complete guide provides everything you need to know.

At Children’s Therapy Center of Washington Hospital | McMurray, we understand that speech therapy can be an invaluable tool for helping children communicate effectively. Our experienced therapists can help with a wide range of speech-related issues, including nonverbal skills, forming clearer speech, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions, and more. Through our compassionate and comprehensive care, we strive to provide the best possible solutions for your child’s unique needs.