Speech-Language

What is Speech-Language Pathology?

Skills for effective communication

Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) emphasizes facilitation of both communication and oral motor skills that support swallowing.

Areas of focus for the speech-language pathologist include:

	Articulation disorders - producing and using speech sounds
	Specific language impairment - understanding and the use of language
	Language delays
	Word retrieval issues
	Oral motor training to support feeding, chewing, swallowing, and speaking
	Development of play skills to support symbolic development
	Nonverbal communication strategies
	Cognitive function
	Language therapy for children with hearing loss and deafness, cleft palate, and autism

There can be overlap between the different therapies because they are related and complementary services. The differences are in the techniques and activities
used and the areas with which they are concerned.

Epicenter Therapy Services emphasizes the team approach to avoid duplication of therapies.

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