echolalia – Speech in The City

SPEECH ➤ October 9, 2023

Trends in Treatment for Gestalt Language Processors

If you have been following the trend in treatment for Echolalia you may have heard the term “Gestalt Language Processor”. These children acquire language in chunks, phrases, or meaningful sounds and then will over time mitigate that into new speech. For...

SPEECH ➤ August 22, 2025

Articulation vs. Language Delay: How to Tell the Difference

A parent’s excitement to hear their child’s first words can quickly turn to concern if those words are hard to understand. As children grow, their communication skills develop at different paces, and it can be...

AAC ➤ July 22, 2025

The Power of “Let’s”: Unlocking Communication for Gestalt Language Processors

As parents and speech-language pathologists, we’re constantly searching for ways to unlock communication for our children, especially those who learn language in unique ways. If you have a child who is a Gestalt Language Processor...

FEEDING ➤ June 14, 2025

Why Is My Toddler Refusing Solid Foods? Signs It’s More Than Picky Eating

It’s a common and often frustrating scenario for parents: a once-eager eater suddenly begins to refuse solid foods, turning mealtimes into a battleground. While this behavior can be incredibly stressful, it’s important to remember that...