by Amanda Pahl | Jan 4, 2022 | General information, Parenting, School, Speech & Language, Uncategorized
What is decontextualized language? Why is it important for your preschooler? Decontextualized language is language that does not refer to the “here and now.” While lots of parents and professionals are aware of the importance of language skills such as vocabulary and...
by Amanda Pahl | Nov 17, 2021 | Autism, Behavioral regulation, General information, Holidays, Parenting, Sensory Processing/Integration, Travel
The holiday season is already upon us, and if you’re like me, you are already planning how much tacky holiday apparel is appropriate to wear during the entire holiday season. For some people, the holidays are full of joy and whimsy. For others, however, the holiday...
by Amanda Pahl | Oct 27, 2021 | General information, Reading, School, Speech & Language
Happy Dyslexia Awareness Month! Many people think of dyslexia as a disability that causes your brain to flip letter order or orientation, but dyslexia actually has a much broader definition! Dyslexia is a language-based learning disability, which means that it affects...
by Amanda Pahl | Sep 21, 2021 | General information, Reading, School, Speech & Language
As caregivers, there are many questions that tumble around our brains at all hours of the day or night. They can consume us, keep us up at night, send us down weird internet rabbit holes. We know. We have been there too. But if one of the questions you are asking...
by Amanda Pahl | Sep 14, 2021 | General information, Reading, Speech & Language
A great way to build and support language development during the early childhood years is through shared storybook reading! Picture books are a wonderful way to create a shared reading experience. Picture books pique a child’s interests as picture books typically...
by Amanda Pahl | Jul 20, 2021 | Adult Services, Community, Emerge programs, General information, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration, Speech & Language, Uncategorized
Does Emerge treat adults? Yes! We offer speech therapy and occupational therapy for adults. We are happy to announce that we are now in-network for Medicare clients! Do I have to sit at a small table or be in a gym with kids? No. We have various treatment rooms set up...
by Amanda Pahl | Jul 7, 2021 | Adult Services, Speech & Language
Dysphonia is an impairment of the voice and can be caused by various or multiple factors including laryngeal trauma, vocal overuse, medications, reflux, allergies or post-nasal drip, or reduced breath support. Some symptoms include a voice that sounds hoarse, raspy,...
by Amanda Pahl | Jun 29, 2021 | Autism, Holidays, Parenting, Sensory Processing/Integration, Travel
Now that summer is here, your family may be considering going on a big vacation! Here, we’ll learn about ways to plan for a family trip with your child who has sensory differences, who is Autistic*, or who otherwise has needs that may require additional support or...
by Amanda Pahl | Jun 24, 2021 | Play, Reading, Speech & Language
One of our favorite ways to support language development during the preschool years up through the school years is through game play! We know that children are more engaged and motivated when they are having a good time, and luckily there are many games we can use....
by Amanda Pahl | Jun 9, 2021 | AAC, Adult Services, General information, Speech & Language
Aphasia is a language impairment that usually occurs after a stroke or other brain injury. It can cause difficulty with speaking, understanding language, reading, and/or writing. Aphasia may present differently in different people, but it does not affect...
