NYS Early Intervention Program | Bronx County

If you’re concerned about your child’s speech development and wondering if they need speech therapy, the NYS Early Intervention Program in Bronx County can help. Speech therapy is a key focus for early intervention for autistic children and is often the starting point for newly diagnosed children. Speech therapy is important as it helps to teach language and communication skills, which can help to improve your child’s independence and confidence. Signs that a child may need speech therapy can include being very quiet, speaking only a few words or not speaking at all. To learn more, check out our complete guide to speech therapy and how to know if your child needs it.

The NYS Early Intervention Program in Bronx County can provide comprehensive speech therapy services that can help your child communicate effectively with others. Our speech therapists can provide assistance with nonverbal skills such as signs and gestures, forming speech in a clearer way, expressing thoughts and feelings, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions, understanding body language, and help with feeding and swallowing. We strive to empower children and families with the tools and support they need to overcome communication barriers.