What is speech-language pathology?
Speech-language pathology (SLP) supports people with a wide range of needs, including speech, language, fluency, and social communication. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) kids, teens and young adults to build the skills they need to express themselves, understand others, and connect with confidence in daily life.
Areas of support include:
- Social communication
- Receptive language (understanding what others say)
- Expressive language (spoken language or alternative communication methods)
- Speech sounds and patterns
- Fluency (stuttering or cluttering)
- Early literacy and reading/writing
- Written communication
SLP for Young Children
Developing vocabulary, sound production, early literacy, play-based interaction, and alternative communication.
SLP for School-Aged Children
Strengthening comprehension, oral and written expression, reading and writing skills, and peer communication to support academic and social success.
SLP for teens and young adults
Refining advanced skills for academics, self-advocacy, friendships, and everyday communication.
“My child gets so frustrated when others can’t understand them. I worry about how this affects their confidence and ability to make friends.”
Get speech-language pathology supportSpeech-language pathology at Red Oak
At Red Oak, we empower kids, teens and young adults to celebrate their strengths and build new skills through engaging, individualized sessions. Therapy may focus on:
- Conversation and perspective-taking
- Expressing and understanding emotions
- Social problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Cooperative play and turn-taking
- Navigating in-person and online communication
- Non-verbal communication, such as tone, facial expression, and body language
Our speech-language pathology process
- Assessment – Using parent input, observation, and standardized tools when appropriate, your child’s SLP identifies areas of strength and need.
- Goal setting – Together with families, we create therapy goals that are meaningful, practical, and individualized.
- Therapy – Engaging, strengths-based sessions are designed to target your child’s unique needs.
- Parent involvement – Parents are supported with strategies to use at home and can participate in sessions, coaching, or feedback discussions.
Support for Parents
Your involvement in SLP depends on the age and needs of your child. Parents can play a crucial role in the success of SLP at Red Oak. We help you understand your child’s communication profile and provide strategies that can be integrated into daily routines. This collaboration ensures progress continues beyond therapy sessions.
Our speech-language pathology team
Our registered speech-language pathologists (SLPs) bring warmth, expertise, and creativity to each session, supporting children and teens in finding their voice.
