Maureen Niklaus, M.S., CCC | SLP Pediatric Speech | Language Pathologist

At Maureen Niklaus, M.S., CCC | SLP Pediatric Speech | Language Pathologist, we understand that it can be difficult to determine if your child needs speech therapy. It is almost always recommended for autistic children since many have difficulty with communication. Even if your child is verbal, they may need help with communication skills such as responding to questions, changing conversation topics, and understanding body language. Speech therapy is a great focus of early intervention for autistic children and can help them develop language and communication skills that will help them become more independent and confident. Signs that your child may need speech therapy include being very quiet, saying only a few words, or not speaking at all. We have created a guide to help you learn about speech therapy and to help you determine if your child needs it. Visit us today to learn more about our speech therapy services and how we can help your child reach their full potential.

At Maureen Niklaus, M.S., CCC | SLP Pediatric Speech | Language Pathologist, we strive to help children communicate effectively in all environments. Our speech therapy services can help your child with a range of communication needs, including nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings clearly, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions, noticing and understanding body language, and feeding and swallowing. Our experienced team of speech therapists can support your child in achieving their communication goals.