Welcome to the Speech-Language Pathology Department at Super S.T.A.R.S!
At Super S.T.A.R.S (Super Supportive Teaching for Achieving Remarkable Success), our Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Department is committed to empowering children by enhancing their communication skills. With our extensive experience and expertise in pediatric therapy, we specialize in providing comprehensive services tailored to meet the unique needs of every child and family. Our core services include therapy for speech sound disorders, language development, social communication, feeding and swallowing challenges, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), fluency, and voice disorders. These services are delivered through evidence-based practices, innovative tools, and a child-centered approach to ensure that each child achieves remarkable success. We place a strong emphasis on parent training, equipping families with practical strategies to support their child’s progress at home and in everyday interactions, fostering consistent growth.
Our facilities are designed to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all children. From child-friendly therapy rooms and state-of-the-art AAC devices to interactive play areas and observation rooms for family participation, every aspect is crafted to foster learning and development. Beyond individual therapy, we offer special programs such as parent training sessions, early intervention services, group therapy, and professional workshops, ensuring a holistic approach to communication and developmental support. Join us in unlocking your child’s potential—together, with your involvement and our expertise, we’ll build a world where every child’s voice is heard. Contact us today to learn more or schedule an assessment!
Social Communication (Pragmatic Language)
- Developing skills like turn-taking, understanding nonverbal cues, and initiating/maintaining conversations.
Expressive and Receptive Language
- Enhancing vocabulary, sentence structure, and comprehension, including following directions and answering questions.
Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC)
- Implementing tools like picture communication systems, tablets, or speech-generating devices for nonverbal or minimally verbal children.
Behavioral and Emotional Regulation in Communication
- Teaching functional communication to manage frustration, reduce meltdowns, and support self-advocacy.
Echolalia and Scripted Speech
- Addressing repetitive verbal behaviors by transforming echolalia into functional language.
Joint Attention and Prelinguistic Skills
- Building skills such as shared focus on objects/activities and early gestures to form the foundation of communication.
Sensory-Based Communication Therapy
- Working with children with sensory sensitivities to reduce aversions to sounds, textures, or environments impacting communication.
Play-Based Communication
- Using structured and unstructured play to develop symbolic language, social reciprocity, and interactive skills.
Language Processing in Autism
- Supporting auditory processing deficits, such as difficulties understanding abstract language or inferences.
Executive Function and Language Use
- Enhancing planning, sequencing, and organizing thoughts for effective communication.
Narrative Development
- Helping children understand and construct stories, including sequencing events and describing personal experiences.
Fluency and Speech Clarity
- Addressing stuttering, monotone voice, or articulation challenges sometimes present in ASD.
Parent and Caregiver Coaching
- Training caregivers to use language stimulation techniques and communication strategies during daily routines.
Academic Readiness and Functional Language
- Preparing children for classroom interactions, such as asking for help, following group instructions, and participating in discussions.
Peer Interaction and Social Skills Training
- Facilitating group therapy or structured interactions to develop peer relationships and group communication dynamics.
