Speech Therapy
Pediatric Speech Therapy in Denver, Colorado
Every child deserves to be heard. At Oliver Behavioral Consultants, our speech-language pathologists work with children from newborns through adolescents to build the communication skills they need to thrive.
We address verbal and nonverbal communication, feeding and swallowing, and social communication, supporting each child across every environment in their life.
What Is Pediatric Speech Therapy?
Pediatric speech therapy is provided by licensed speech-language pathologists who specialize in helping children communicate, connect, and grow. At OBC, we use play-based activities and individualized strategies to support children at every stage, from toddlers with a speech delay to school-age children with autism navigating social conversations. Every child’s plan is built around their unique goals and grows with them along the way.
Signs Your Child May Benefit from a Speech Therapy Evaluation
If you’ve noticed any of the following, it may be time to schedule a speech therapy evaluation:
Speech and Language Delays
Your child is not meeting age-appropriate milestones for using words, phrases, or sentences, or you are concerned they may have a speech delay that is affecting their development or confidence.
Articulation Difficulties
Your child has trouble producing sounds clearly, making it difficult for others to understand them.
Fluency Challenges
Your child stutters or struggles with the flow and rhythm of speech.
Language Comprehension
Your child has difficulty understanding words or directions spoken to them.
Social Communication
Your child struggles with age-appropriate social exchanges such as responding to their name, making eye contact, taking turns in conversation, or engaging with peers during play.
AAC Needs
Your child may benefit from an Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) evaluation to explore picture exchange systems, communication devices, or other tools to support nonverbal communication.
How Speech Therapy Helps Children
Speech therapy at OBC is highly individualized. Your child’s treatment plan will be built around their specific needs and may focus on:
Expressive Language
Helping children use words, phrases, and sentences to communicate their thoughts, needs, and feelings.
Receptive Language
Building the ability to understand spoken language, follow directions, and make sense of conversations.
Articulation and Phonological Skills
Working on speech sound clarity so your child can be understood by family, teachers, and peers.
Social Communication
Teaching children to engage in conversation, understand social cues, and build meaningful connections with others.
Care That Goes Beyond Speech Therapy
At OBC, our speech-language pathologists work side by side with occupational therapists and behavior analysts to create coordinated, whole-child care. We serve families throughout the Denver metro area from our clinic in Thornton, CO, and we’re here to help whenever you’re ready to take the next step.