Our Approach to Therapy

Comprehensive Evaluations: Understanding Your Child’s Needs

Before beginning therapy, we conduct a comprehensive evaluation to gain a complete picture of your child’s strengths and areas for growth.

Our evaluations typically include:

1. Parent/Caregiver Interview

We start by discussing your child’s communication abilities, developmental history, and any concerns you may have. This helps us understand their background and daily interactions.

2. Standardized & Informal Assessments

We use age-appropriate standardized tests, play-based assessments, and conversational samples to evaluate areas such as:

  • Speech sound production (articulation & phonology)

  • Language comprehension & expression

  • Social communication skills

  • Fluency (stuttering)

  • Oral-motor function

3. Observation & Play-Based Interaction

For younger children, we use a naturalistic approach, engaging them through play and conversation to assess how they communicate in real-life settings.

4. Results & Personalized Plan

Once the evaluation is complete, we provide a detailed explanation of the findings and a customized therapy plan. We discuss goals, expected progress, and how we will work together to support your child’s development.

At Little Steps Growth & Development, we believe that every child deserves a personalized, engaging, and supportive approach to speech and language development. Our therapy is child-centered, evidence-based, and designed to build confidence while fostering meaningful progress. We strive to make learning fun, effective, and tailored to your child’s unique needs.

Speech Therapy Sessions: Engaging, Effective, and Tailored to Your Child

Our therapy sessions are structured yet flexible, designed to keep children engaged while targeting specific goals.

What to Expect During a Session:

Warm-up & Connection: We begin with a fun, engaging activity to help your child feel comfortable and ready to learn.

Targeted Therapy Activities: We use evidence-based techniques tailored to your child’s needs. This may include:

  • Games & Play-Based Learning (for younger children)

  • Drill-Based Practice (for articulation)

  • Storytelling & Conversation (for language skills)

  • Visual Supports & Prompts (for structured learning)

Parent Involvement & Home Strategies: At the end of each session, we provide feedback and simple exercises to reinforce skills at home.

Progress Tracking & Adjustments: We regularly monitor progress, making adjustments to therapy goals as needed to ensure continued growth.

Our goal is to empower children to communicate with confidence while making therapy a fun and positive experience. If you’re ready to take the first step, we’re here to help!

Parent Counseling & Support

At Little Steps Growth & Development, we believe that empowering parents is just as important as working directly with children. Our Parent Counseling & Support services provide families with the tools, strategies, and confidence to help their child thrive in communication and beyond.

What to Expect:

Individualized Guidance: We tailor sessions to address your child's unique speech and language needs.

Home-Based Strategies: Learn practical techniques to reinforce therapy progress at home.

Behavior & Communication Coaching: Understand how to navigate frustration, meltdowns, and communication barriers effectively.

IEP & School Advocacy: Get expert advice on how to navigate the special education system, understand evaluations, and advocate for appropriate school-based services.

Emotional Support: Raising a child with speech or language challenges can be overwhelming—we’re here to support you every step of the way.