Speech Therapy for Childhood Apraxia of Speech
in Charlotte & Huntersville, NC
Does your child know what they want to say but the words donāt come out the way they intend? While itās normal for young children to stumble over sounds as they learn to talk, ongoing difficulty forming words or being understood may be a sign of childhood apraxia of speech, a condition that affects how the brain organizes the movements needed for speech.
At Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy, our licensed speech therapists help children with apraxia develop clearer speech through supportive therapy. We teach them how to make sounds and form words more accurately and consistently so they can communicate with greater confidence
What Is Childhood Apraxia of Speech?
Childhood apraxia of speech is a neurological speech disorder that makes it hard for the brain to organize and control the movements of the mouth needed for speech. Even though your childās lips, tongue, and jaw are strong, they canāt coordinate properly to form the right sounds.
Signs of Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Itās normal for your child to have speech errors as they grow, but apraxia shows more persistent patterns:Ā
- Using fewer speech sounds than expected for their age
- Pausing or getting āstuckā when trying to say words
- Becoming less clear as words or phrases get longerĀ
- Working hard to speak, often moving their mouth awkwardlyĀ
- Saying the same word differently each timeĀ
- Struggling to start or finish simple, familiar words
How Speech Therapy Helps with Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Because childhood apraxia of speech affects how the brain plans and sequences movements for speaking, itās essential that your child work with a pediatric speech therapist trained to treat apraxia. Therapy strengthens the connection between your childās brain and the muscles involved in speaking by practicing targeted movement patterns in a supportive, structured environment.
Your childās speech-language pathologist will create a treatment plan based on their needs. With consistent, guided practice, your child can begin forming clearer sounds, using words more reliably, and gaining confidence as communication becomes easier.Ā
Why Choose Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy
Since 2000, Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy has been helping children of all ages in the Charlotte and Huntersville areas build strong communication skills through compassionate, personalized care. We take time to understand your childās goals and learning style, then create a plan that fits their needs. Our goal is to help every child communicate more clearly, connect with others, and grow in confidence as their skills develop.
Insurance Information
At Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy, we understand the importance of accessibility and affordability when it comes to your child’s healthcare. We are pleased to accept a variety of insurance plans to help cover the cost of pediatric therapy services, including:
United Healthcare of North Carolina
Partners Alliance
Don't See Your Insurance Plan Listed?
If you do not see your insurance plan listed above, don’t worry! Insurance networks can vary, and we are constantly expanding our list of accepted plans. Please contact our officeĀ to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Reach Out Today to Get Started
If youāre concerned your child may be showing signs of childhood apraxia of speech, call Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy, email us at info@littlewonderstherapy.com, or fill out our online form to schedule an evaluation. We look forward to helping your child develop clear, confident speech.