Milestones Pediatric Therapy Center

At Milestones Pediatric Therapy Center, we understand that it can be difficult to know if your child needs speech therapy. If your child has been diagnosed with autism, speech therapy is almost always recommended. Even if your child is very verbal, they may need help with communication skills such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing topics, and understanding body language. Speech therapy is often the starting point for children with autism, as there is a critical period in the brain for language development and the earlier it is addressed, the better. If your child is struggling with speaking, they may be very quiet, say only a few words, or not talk at all. For more information on speech therapy, visit our complete guide to everything you need to know. We are here to help you ensure your child has the necessary tools to communicate effectively and confidently.

At Milestones Pediatric Therapy Center, our Speech Therapists are dedicated to helping your child improve their ability to communicate effectively. Our Speech Therapists use a range of techniques, from gestures and signs to verbal speech and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), to help children learn how to express themselves and understand others. We can also provide support with nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions, noticing body language, and improving feeding and swallowing. Our goal is to give your child the tools they need to communicate successfully in all environments.