When we think about speech treatment for children with cerebral palsy (CP), familiar challenges often come to mind: reduced loudness, imprecise articulation, monotone pitch and communication breakdowns that limit their real-world participation. Many of us have also felt the frustration of seeing progress in the therapy room that doesn’t always carry over to daily life.
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We are thriled to spotlight Leigh Cohen this month. We are fortunate to have Leigh working with us as we continue to learn and grow in our pediatric applications of LSVT LOUD. She brings the opportunity to become LSVT LOUD for KIDS certified to her students at Northwestern University each year and has some life changing stories to share. Thank you Leigh for all you do to help children find their voice and their identity!
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As speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and as parents, we’re always seeking the clearest, most supportive path for children with motor speech disorders to find their voices—literally and figuratively. One innovative, evidence-backed approach is LSVT LOUD, originally developed for adults with Parkinson’s disease, now thoughtfully adapted for kids.
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