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Speech Disorders and Therapy
Five simple, child-centered sensory activities to help kids regulate their nervous systems, build connection, and stay balanced during cold or snowy weeks indoors.
Break through common AAC misconceptions and unlock your child’s voice. What every parent and provider should know about AAC and communication.
How to help neurodivergent kids make real friends—without masking who they are. Friendship strategies for autistic and ADHD children that celebrate authenticity.
School shouldn’t feel like a maze—discover strategies to help your neurodivergent child thrive. From IEPs to homework hacks, here’s how to navigate school support with confidence.
Discover simple, student-friendly tools that support focus, regulation, and independence throughout the school day.
Want to boost your child’s speech and language skills this summer? This article shares five fun, everyday activities—like swimming and library trips—that make learning easy and enjoyable.
Wondering if group speech therapy is right for your child? This article highlights how group sessions can boost communication, social skills, and confidence through peer interaction and play. Learn the key benefits and when group therapy may be the best fit.
Discover how your child’s favorite sport can boost their communication skills—while they play, listen, and build confidence! Read on for fun, practical tips you can try today.
Discover how your child’s favorite sport can boost their communication skills—while they play, listen, and build confidence! Read on for fun, practical tips you can try today.
Looking for fun ways to boost your child’s speech and language skills this spring? Discover five playful outdoor activities—like sidewalk chalk games and scavenger hunts—that make learning feel like adventure!
Curious if telehealth speech therapy is right for your family? More families than ever are making the switch—and for good reason! From greater convenience and flexibility to improved consistency and family involvement, discover the top five benefits of remote speech therapy in our latest blog post!
Dentist Visits Don’t Have to Be a Nightmare for Autistic Kids—Here’s How to Make Them Stress-Free! Discover expert-backed tips to create a calm, autism-friendly dental experience that will change the way you approach pediatric care!
Learn how the much-loved Bluey show also demonstrates many foundational skills that parents and caregivers can use to support their child’s early speech and language development.
Is your child struggling with sensory processing or attention skills? Therapeutic Listening might be the key to unlocking their potential!
In our latest blog, we dive into how this innovative auditory intervention helps kids connect with their environment, improve communication skills, and thrive.
Ensuring kindergarten readiness involves mastering key speech sounds like P, B, M, D, N, and more by age five. Additionally, children should be able to speak clearly, follow directions, and engage in conversations. If you have concerns about your child’s speech development, our Clinic offers comprehensive evaluations to support their communication skills.
Learn more about keeping your child safe while wearing a backpack in this blog.
Social pragmatics and social communication: the three skill levels, the importance, and how to recognize if your child is struggling with pragmatic skills.
Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) refers to a range of communication methods used by individuals who are unable to effectively communicate using traditional spoken language. We explore those devices here.
Feeding therapy is designed to improve the ability to eat and drink, and to promote healthy growth and development. Learn more about Columbia Pediatric Therapy’s multidisciplinary approach to treatment.
Holiday parties can overwhelm neurodivergent kids. Columbia Pediatric Therapy in Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR shares tips to help families enjoy calmer holiday celebrations.