Evaluation for Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) begins with a comprehensive assessment, including dynamic tasks and a careful differential diagnosis.

If evaluation results indicate characteristics of CAS, treatment incorporates the principles of motor learning which involves the following; frequent, structured practice with lots of repetition, gradually increasing difficulty, using multisensory cues. Throughout treatment, I provide feedback to improve accuracy and production of target sounds and adjust feedback as warranted to promote self-monitoring and generalization. Target words are chosen in collaboration with patients and their caregivers and are functional, meaningful, motivational and impactful.

My speech therapy sessions are patient-centered, neurodiversity affirming, and evidence based. I strive to make every session motivating and engaging, encouraging active participation to achieve the best possible outcomes.