MORE THAN SPEECH

Supporting Every Child’s Journey to Communicate, Play, and Grow 🌟 At More Than Speech , we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive, to feel confident, capable, and connected in their daily lives. Our team of licensed therapists provides compassionate, play-based support through three key areas of therapy: Speech Therapy , Occupational Therapy , and Feeding Therapy . Here’s a closer look at what each one helps with (and how they work together to support your child’s

Mealtimes can be stressful when your child is a picky eater or has feeding challenges, but one powerful way to encourage curiosity (and even tasting!) is by getting your child involved in the kitchen . Even if they’re not quite ready to try new foods, giving them a hands-on role in meal prep , no matter how small, can build confidence, reduce anxiety, and create positive associations with food. 🥣 Why Kitchen Involvement Matters Children who participate in preparing meals are

Because repetition really is  the key to learning! 💬✨ If you’ve ever peeked into one of our sessions, you’ve probably noticed our therapists repeating certain phrases a lot. That’s no accident! In therapy, repetition helps children feel safe, confident, and ready to participate. The more they hear familiar language, the easier it becomes to understand and use it themselves. Here are a few of the things our team says on repeat  and why they matter! 1. “Your turn!” 🙌 Turn-tak

At More Than Speech, play isn’t just fun; it’s how kids learn, grow, and connect. Whether we’re working on communication, motor skills, or social interaction, our favorite tools are often simple, timeless toys that inspire imagination and engagement. Here are a few of our therapists’ tried-and-true favorites: 1. Farm Sets 🐄🐓 Farmhouses and animal sets are a therapy staple! They’re perfect for encouraging pretend play, vocabulary growth, and turn-taking. From “feeding the an

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At More Than Speech, our name says it all. We’re about more than just words. We’re about building relationships, supporting families, and...

At More Than Speech, we believe that every child deserves a space where they feel seen, supported, and inspired to learn. We’re more than...

At age two, your toddler is going through a major language explosion, learning new words, trying to express themselves, and becoming more...

At More Than Speech, we often hear the question: "Is my child really making progress if all they're doing is playing?" The answer is a resounding yes—and there’s science to back it up.

When it comes to occupational therapy (OT) for children, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. The duration of therapy is highly...

When a child struggles to speak, it can be incredibly frustrating—for both the child and their family. Early intervention is key to...

Feeding therapy is a journey, but the key to seeing faster progress often lies in what happens beyond the therapy room. At More Than...

his paper plate snowman is easy to make and a fantastic way to build fine motor skills, encourage sensory exploration, and spark creativity.

Introduction: Did you know that the first three years of a child’s life are the most crucial period for speech and language development?...

At More Than Speech in Winter Park, we know that learning doesn’t just happen in a structured setting—it happens everywhere, especially...