ACES | Garden Grove

At ACES | Garden Grove, we understand that it can be difficult to know if your child needs speech therapy. If your child has been diagnosed with autism, it is almost always recommended that they receive speech therapy. This is because many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if your child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they could be struggling with communication skills such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing conversation topics, and understanding body language. Speech therapy is a key part of early intervention for autistic children and is the starting point for kids who have recently been diagnosed. It’s important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Speech therapy can help your child develop more effective ways to communicate while growing into more independent and confident individuals. If you notice your child is very quiet, says only a few words, or doesn’t speak at all, they may benefit from speech therapy. At ACES | Garden Grove, we have a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about speech therapy, so you can make an informed decision on the best course of action for your child.

At ACES in Garden Grove, we understand that speech therapy can help your child in many ways. Our speech therapists can help your child with nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings clearly, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions, noticing and understanding body language, feeding, and swallowing. We also have the experience and resources to provide Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for children who need it. We strive to help your child effectively communicate across all environments.