Bjorem Speech® Blog

Do you have students who struggle with the vocalic R?  (That was rhetorical. Of course, you do! We all do.) Have no fear! Today, we're diving into coarticulation; a flexible strategy we can use to conquer one of the trickiest sounds in speech therapy – the vocalic R. We're tak...

When it comes to speech disorders in children, the nuances between different conditions can be subtle yet significant. Two commonly misunderstood conditions are Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) and Dysarthria. Both affect a child's ability to speak clearly, but they stem from...

One of the trickiest parts of speech therapy is achieving carryover and generalization. While making progress within speech therapy sessions is important, it is even more imperative that children transfer their acquired skills to daily life outside the speech therapy session. ...

Working with bilingual students can be tricky, but don’t fear! You can utilize the power of cognates to support both students and clinicians alike during speech therapy sessions. Wondering what a cognate is? Cognates are words with similar meanings and similar linguistic roots...

Speech therapy extends beyond the confines of the clinic, with home practice playing a crucial role in reinforcing new skills and accelerating progress. Engaging children in speech therapy activities at home can be challenging but immensely rewarding. This blog post explores ...

Do you have kids on your caseload with such significant phonological deficits and have so many sounds in error that you’re just not sure where to begin? It can be pretty defeating when you’re not certain about what direction to take in therapy. Do you start with earlier devel...

Effective speech therapy hinges on the frequency of practice, particularly for children with speech sound disorders (SSDs). Research emphasizes the importance of high repetitions in therapy sessions. Sugden et al. (2018) found an average of 77 trials per session to be effectiv...

In the realm of speech therapy, the significance of diversity cannot be overstated. When learning materials reflect the rich tapestry of human experience, they resonate more deeply with a broader audience. This is not just a matter of social responsibility; it’s a cornerstone...

Having a student is truly a privilege for more experienced SLPs. You spend a lot of time helping to teach, coach, and guide them with how to assess and treat different populations. During that time, you have shown them different therapy approaches and even better some of your ...

In the heart of Nassau, Bahamas, a beacon of hope shines brightly for the future generations of Bahamian children. The Brighter Bahamas Foundation (BBF), a non-profit organization, is on a mission to transform lives through literacy. With a focus on promoting reading from a yo...