Common Questions about Online Speech Therapy
Since CATTS started online therapy, we had a few frequently asked questions about the process of online therapy and what to expect. We’re going to answer some of the questions here.
Useful Information, Tips and Tricks
What is Parent coaching?
This is simply another way we help engage children. This is exactly similar to what we do in face to face therapy. The reason why we use parent coaching and involve parents, is to help with progress because like we have when we do a physio and we have to do the exercises at home, …
How do I know if my Child’s Speech is delayed?
When should you be concerned about your child’s speech? When to see a Speech and Language Therapist?
Why should parents be involved in therapy?
Why should parents be involved in therapy? Parents are the true experts on their children, but the process of evaluation and the development of a therapy plan can sometimes be intimidating for parents. When parents try to understand their child’s diagnosis and become active participants in the therapy process, there are benefits not …
How to help a child who stutters
There is no known cause for stuttering, and there is no one thing a parent can do that would cause their child to stutter.
A-Z Guide of Special Needs Entitlements
📱Just got off the phone with a caller with a very young child who is starting out on their journey. 🌎Taking the longer term plan is best (as always), and apart from recommending linking with their local ASD support groups, I asked them to check out Alan & Dolores excellent resource Financial Wellbeing: https://www.financialwellbeing.ie …
Ways to Promote Language Development in the Home
Ways to Promote Language Development in the Home Children learn their language through what they hear in their surroundings and the interactions they have with their family and friends. Research has shown that babies are more likely to respond to speech sounds than non-speech sounds.This occurs from before the child is born, and therefore …
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How to get a Letter of Support from your SLT (Or other Healthcare provider)
OK, so firstly, there is going to be a time when you will need a Letter of Support from your therapist to another person or agency, in order to access supports or other services in order to help your child. One of the biggest frustrations for parents in these situations is not knowing exactly …
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Your child’s favourite toy
YOU are your child’s favourite toy Another of our speech therapy tips from SLT Jennifer on how to engage with your child. Please remember to Share and Like. This has also appeared on our Facebook Page /cattsireland
Can someone sit in on my child’s therapy session?
For the most part, a parent, carer, or even both parents will sit in on a therapy session with their child. This can be very important to ensure that the adults know what goals are being worked on, and to help reinforce the homework activities until the next time. Occasionally, it may be felt necessary …
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