Northland Speech and Language Therapy, LLC

Individuals with dyslexia are confrontedby tasks that are, either in reality or in their perception, extremely difficult for them. These tasks can cause both go...od and bad stress based on past experiences. Learn more at https://dyslexiaida.org/the-dyslexia-stress-anxiety-connec/ #IDAGoRedforDyslexia

Accommodations change the way students demonstrate their knowledge and ensure equal access to the full school experience for students with dyslexia or other learning disabilities. Learn more at https://dyslexiaida.org/accommodations-for-students-with-d/ #IDAGoRedforDyslexia

October is international Dyslexia Awareness Month! All children with speech and language disorders are at-risk for having dyslexia. If your child is struggling with skills like reading and spelling, we can help! Call today for more information about our dyslexia evaluations. (816) 797-9690 www.northlandspeech.com #IDAGoRedforDyslexia... #UntilEveryoneCanRead See more

We love using HearBuilder to improve important language skills. Parents can register for a free account to try it out. **note: if you are the parent of an existing patient who is using this program, please continue using the login information we provided.

Virtual learning has been a new experience for most of us, and it hasn’t always been an easy one. If your child is struggling with learning, virtually or in-person, it may be time to get some answers. Dyslexia is the most common learning disability and affects 1 in 5 people. People with dyslexia often have difficulty with reading, writing, and spelling. Virtual learning can make those difficulties even more apparent. Let us help you get the right supports in place to make t...his school year a successful one for your child. Call (816) 797-9690 for more information about our dyslexia and speech/language evaluations and therapy. www.northlandspeech.com

Wearing face masks is the new norm, but children, especially children on the autism spectrum, may have an even harder time accepting and adjusting to wearing a face mask. This article shares strategies and resources to help make it a little easier.

We always recommend reading tutoring at Educational Therapy Center for our patients with dyslexia and have seen amazing results!

Choosing a speech therapist is a big decision! We strive to make the evaluation and therapy process as easy and enjoyable as possible--for you AND your child. Our clinic is owned and operated by speech therapists. We know what works best and we do it! Bottom line. Call (816) 797-9690 to schedule an appointment today! Visit our website for more information. www.northlandspeech.com

Registration is open for our new virtual social skills groups! Your child does not have to be a current patient at our clinic to participate in this program. These small groups are perfect for children with autism spectrum disorders or social/pragmatic language disorders to build conversational skills and better friendships, boost problem-solving skills, and improve flexible thinking and social skills. All groups are led by Nathan Wood, SLP, and are held virtually through our secure online therapy platform. Call (816) 797-9690 or visit our website, www.northlandspeech.com for more information and pricing.

Often kids with expressive language disorders struggle to be specific, use descriptive words, and complete ideas when they are talking and writing. This is a nice visual support for helping older students add more details to their writing.

A great news story on Teletherapy!

This week is national stuttering awareness week! See below for more information about stuttering.