At The Speech Space, we understand that knowing if your child needs speech therapy can be a challenge. That’s why we provide a complete guide to everything you need to know about speech therapy. Speech therapy is typically recommended for autistic children since many people with autism experience difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they might need to work on communication skills such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing conversation topics, using gestures like pointing, and understanding other people’s body language. Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. There is a critical period in the brain for language development and so, it’s important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals. If you think your child might need speech therapy, it might be obvious if they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don’t speak at all. The Speech Space can help you determine if your child needs speech therapy and provide guidance on the best course of action.
