Play therapy is a therapeutic approach that utilizes play as the primary way to help children develop communication skills, learn emotional regulation, build motor skills, social skills, and problem-solving abilities.
At Beyond Speech Therapy Services we believe that some of the most supportive and impactful therapy is done through play. That’s why we will always ‘play with a purpose’! Our
As parents and pediatric therapists, when we think about the skills that help our kids succeed—in school, at home, and in life—things like focus, planning, and emotional control are at
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Did you know that reading aloud to your infant or toddler is one of the most powerful ways you can support early language and speech development? Even before our kids
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Back-to-school season is an exciting time for our kids – new teachers, maybe a new school building and a chance to reconnect with friends they didn’t see over the summer!
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Back-to-school always comes with a mix of excitement, nerves and a bit of apprehension – for both parents and kids. As a new school year approaches, many children, especially those
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Summer is in full swing and while the slower days are nice, it’s even nicer to have some great activities and spots where kids can play, explore and get the
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At Beyond Speech, we are so proud to serve families throughout Chicago’s southwest and west suburbs with comprehensive pediatric therapy services, but most especially our specialized feeding and nutrition therapies.
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May is National Speech-Language Month, so it’s the perfect time to highlight the crucial connection between speech-language skills and literacy development. At Beyond Speech Therapy Specialists, we know that communication
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As pediatric therapists working in-home with children and their families, trouble with transitions is one of the most common challenges we see. Whether it’s moving from playtime to bedtime, switching