1. What are receptive vs. expressive language difficulties?

• Receptive: Trouble understanding language.

• Expressive: Trouble expressing thoughts clearly.

2. Who benefits?
Children with language delays, adults after stroke/TBI, or anyone struggling with comprehension or expression.

3. What does language therapy involve?
Therapy focuses on building understanding and expression through meaningful, real-life activities. This may include following directions, answering questions, describing pictures, expanding sentences, or using new vocabulary in conversation.

4. How do I know if my child has a language delay?
You might notice that your child has difficulty following instructions, answering questions, or expressing their thoughts clearly. They may use short sentences, mix up word order, or struggle to find the right words. A speech-language assessment can help determine whether these challenges are part of typical development or if support is needed.

5. Can language delays improve with therapy?
Yes. With consistent, individualized support and practice, many children make significant progress. Early intervention is especially effective, but therapy can help at any age.

6. Is it common for children with Autism or ADHD to have language difficulties?
Yes, it’s common. Children with Autism may have challenges using language socially or flexibly, while those with ADHD may struggle with organization and comprehension. Therapy helps strengthen both understanding and expression to support communication in daily life.

7. What about adults — can they benefit from language therapy too?
Definitely! Adults may experience receptive or expressive language challenges after a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or neurological condition. Therapy helps rebuild skills, strengthen comprehension, and improve confidence in communication.

8. Can parents or family members help at home?
Absolutely! We coach families on simple strategies, like modeling new words, expanding on what the person says, or creating opportunities for conversation, and so on. This is to ensure that progress continues beyond therapy sessions.