Finding the Fun to Achieve Goals
There’s a reason speech pathologists talk so much about play. It’s not just fun, it’s foundational.
In this episode of Growing Up with A Growing Understanding Speech Pathology, Practice Director Lauren Haskins sits down with Speech Pathologist Marlowe Patch to explore the powerful role play has in helping children develop communication skills. From building relationships to working toward individual therapy goals, play is often where the magic happens.
During this episode, you’ll learn:
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- Why play is such an important tool in speech therapy and how it supports early childhood development
- How incorporating a child’s interests builds trust, motivation, and long-term success
- What “connection before correction” means, and how it shapes our approach to therapy
- How speech pathologists use play to work on individual goals in a natural, enjoyable way
- Why safe, child- and family-led sessions are key to building engagement
- How we support families to continue play-based strategies at home
- Practical ideas you can try at home to support your child’s communication through play
If you’ve ever wondered why play is such a big part of speech therapy, or how to support your child’s communication in a fun, connected way at home, this episode is full of insight and inspiration.
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