EYT has been life changing for our 3.5 yo with ASD. We have been going for about a year now and we love Megan for speech and Lauren for OT. They are beyond phenomenal. We have also seen Alexis and Chris who are also amazing. Choosing EYT has been the best decision for our family.
Kim Patterson
17 March 2024
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Our son has been working with Danielle over the past year We have seen great progress under her direction. Danielle makes the session fun and engaging. She incorporates games and conversations geared toward my sons interests We highly recommend Danielle and her team at EYT
Stacey Singer
17 March 2024
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Express Yourself Therapy has been warm engaging and accommodating. They provide my child with a wonderfully exciting play-based and . Not only have they provided speech support but through his experience he has become more open less anxious and more confident in so many ways. I now have my daughter in support as well The therapists are professional knowledgeable and passionate about their work and it shows
Katya Cunnane Pilong
17 March 2024
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My son had a wonderful experience at EYT. He started attending a little over a year ago for his speech delay and hes made tremendous progress so much so that he now is completely understandable. The entire staff was friendly. Weve worked with a few of the therapist and all of them were wonderful
Kristen Requeno
17 January 2024
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If I could give EYP Therapy a rating higher than 5 stars I would From the moment we stepped through the door the entire staff has been incredibly kind professional and its clear that they genuinely enjoy working with kids and are passionate about what they do. My son has been receiving speech therapy from Alexis for a few years now and I can confidently say that her play-based approach has been a complete game-changer for him.Alexis goes above and beyond for her clients always showing a true investment in their success. We are so grateful for her expertise and the positive impact shes had on our sons speech development. He gets genuinely excited every week knowing that he will be visiting herI cannot recommend EYP Therapy enough. Their dedication knowledge and love for what they do shine through in every session. If youre looking for a speech therapist who will make a significant impact and create a positive experience for your child look no further.
Kaitie Connolly
17 November 2023
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Our son sees Alexis for speech and Lauren for OT and they have been fantastic He loves his time with them and it is amazing what they fit in during his 50 minute sessions. He has made such great progress with them. We have had great ease with scheduling and even billing and communication have been clear and easy to work with. Highly recommend EYT
Meghan Lyman
17 November 2023
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Weve been using EYT for about 2 years now and have seen great progress and growth with our daughter. She loves the staff and is always happy to go to her appts there. They are kind attentive and communicative. I appreciate how many types of services they have and that they work with you to identify the best fit for your child at the right time. Thank you EYT
Pritma Irizarry
17 November 2023
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My two-year-old has had some delays - gross motor and language. As a parent its felt like we are navigating unknown waters without a compass. Through a friend we learned about Express Yourself and we are so glad we have Danielle is a champion for our LO and approaches support holistically not just focusing on language development but development of the root system so that everything that works together works as well as possible. It has been such a breath of fresh air to work with a provider that 1 champions and 2 searches for individual interventions for each kiddo.
Joanna Richardson
17 November 2023
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My kid receives speech therapy with Alexis and OT with Lauren. They are awesome patient upbeat meet the kid where he is and creates a fun playlearning environment. My kid is making a lot of progress and having so much fun that he doesnt even realize that hes doing work .Alexis and Lauren give us clear directions strategies and suggestions to carry over with my kid at home and they provide helpful feedback.Although my kid doesnt work with the other therapists in this practice they are all very nice and friendly to us whenever were at the clinic and I see that they too are all excellent therapists in how they work with their young clients. I highly recommend Express Yourself Therapy
D B
17 November 2023
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We have been really happy with our speech and social group at Express Yourself. The atmosphere and the entire process has been kind to the patients and easy for families. Glad we found this place
M K
17 November 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions
Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children since many people with autism have 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 like:
responding to questions
starting or ending conversation
changing conversation topics
using gestures like pointing
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 really 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.
It might be obvious when a child struggles with speaking —they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don't speak at all.
Spot speech and language delays like a doctor here.
The goal of speech therapy is to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments. This may take the form of using gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Some other common things speech therapists can help with:
Nonverbal skills, such as signs or gestures
Forming speech in a clearer way
Communicating thoughts and feelings clearly
Understanding and responding to questions
Discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions
Noticing and understanding body language
Feeding and swallowing
Stuttering
Here are a few alternative options to consider:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT helps by identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It's useful for those dealing with social anxiety or difficulties. CBT addresses cognitive patterns and provides strategies to manage social challenges.
Group therapy: Group therapy offers a supportive space where individuals can practice social skills. They can feedback from peers and a therapist. It allows interaction with others who understand and learn from each other.
Play-based interventions: Play therapy or play-based interventions work well for younger children or those who learn through experiences. Play activities target specific social skills like turn-taking and problem-solving in a safe and engaging setting.
The occupational therapy process includes an OT evaluation before care starts. Here are the four steps your family can expect when starting occupational therapy:
Complete OT evaluation. An occupational therapist first identifies your child’s strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about your child’s skills, and your child will most likely demonstrate their skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a few hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your child’s needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with your child and your family, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon a child’s strengths. Some exercises your child might participate in are animal walks, obstacle courses, and therapy swing activities. Your family may learn strategies for supporting your child’s individualized needs at home, such as ways of supporting emotional regulation and sensory processing. The therapist may also recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help your child succeed.
Monitor your child’s progress. Parents and caregivers can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure the child is achieving their short and long-term goals.
Occupational therapy can also be provided virtually via telemedicine. Virtual therapy is a great option for families in rural areas who may not have access to in-person services, or for families who prefer to have therapy in their child’s home.
Virtual OT allows the opportunity for increased caregiver participation and understanding of a child’s strengths, areas of improvement, and generalization of skills in the child’s home environment. Virtual therapy also provides increased opportunities for caregiver and family education to support the child and the family based on each family’s needs.
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