Lumos Paediatric Therapy
What is Speech Therapy?
Speech therapy, also known as speech-language pathology, focuses on improving communication skills in children. This includes speech production, language comprehension and expression, voice quality, fluency, and social communication skills.
Our certified speech-language pathologists assess and treat a wide range of communication disorders, working closely with children and families to develop personalized treatment plans that make communication enjoyable and successful.
Our Philosophy
We believe that effective communication is fundamental to a child's success in all areas of life. Our therapy sessions are designed to be engaging, motivating, and tailored to each child's individual needs and interests.
Areas We Specialize In
Articulation & Phonology
Helping children produce speech sounds clearly and correctly for better communication. We work on individual sound production and sound patterns.
Language Development
Building vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, and comprehension skills for effective expression and understanding of language.
Fluency Support
Addressing stuttering and other fluency disorders to improve speech flow, confidence, and communication effectiveness.
Social Communication
Teaching pragmatic language skills for appropriate social interactions, conversation skills, and nonverbal communication.
Voice Therapy
Addressing voice quality, pitch, volume, and resonance issues for clear and healthy vocal production.
Feeding & Swallowing
Supporting safe eating and drinking skills, addressing oral motor difficulties and feeding challenges.
Our Therapy Process
Comprehensive Assessment
Detailed evaluation of speech, language, and communication skills using standardized tests and informal observations.
Goal Development
Collaborative creation of specific, measurable goals based on assessment results and family priorities.
Individualized Treatment
Engaging therapy sessions using evidence-based techniques tailored to your child's learning style and interests.
Family Involvement
Training and support for families to practice skills at home and in natural environments.
Progress Monitoring
Regular assessment of progress with adjustments to treatment plans and collaboration with schools when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I consider speech therapy for my child?
+Consider speech therapy if your child has difficulty being understood, limited vocabulary for their age, trouble following directions, challenges with social communication, or if you have concerns about their speech and language development compared to peers.
What conditions do you treat?
+We treat articulation disorders, language delays, autism spectrum disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, stuttering, voice disorders, feeding difficulties, and social communication challenges, among others.
How long does speech therapy typically take?
+The duration varies depending on the child's specific needs and goals. Some children may see improvements in a few months, while others may benefit from longer-term support. We regularly review progress and adjust treatment plans.
How can I support my child's progress at home?
+We provide families with specific strategies and activities to practice at home. Reading together, narrating daily activities, and following through with homework exercises are all important ways to support your child's communication development.