Competent Communicators LLC

10/10/2025

As a parent, you have a powerful intuition. If you have that little knot of worry about their words, sounds, or ability to connect now is the time to seek support.

The period from birth to age 3 is the greatest window of opportunity for brain development. That’s why Early Intervention (EI) is so crucial. Starting support now empowers your child to build the strongest possible foundation for life-long communication.

Here at Competent communicators, we specialize in play-based, family-centered speech therapy directly to to families of East Providence and surrounding areas.

We don’t just work with your child; we coach and empower you so you feel confident guiding their development every single day.

Ready for more information?

Click the link in our bio for more information, and to contact us.

10/01/2025

This is what play-based, child-led, fun speech therapy looks like! Learning happens when children are truly engaged with their interests! Our sessions, serving families in East Providence, RI, use playtime to facilitate growth in communication!

If you are looking for a therapist who makes therapy fun and effective, let's connect!

09/25/2025

09/24/2025

✨ Communication is already hard work for kids with speech and language disorders.

Our job as adult isn’t to quiz, test, or correct. It’s to be supportive, communication partners that means meeting kids where they are, modeling language, naturally, and making children feel safe. 🫶

Here are five simple reframes that take the pressure off and help language grow naturally. Save this post for later and share it with a parent or caregiver who could use these simple reframes.

09/24/2025

Just a reminder that this is TONIGHT & it's free!

🌟 Calling all parents & caregivers! 🌟

Does your child communicate using delayed echolalia/scripting (or used to at one point in their communication journey)? This meet up is for you! Join us for a Gestalt Language Processing Parent & Caregiver Meet Up with two SLPs who specialize in supporting gestalt language processors (GLPs).

👩🏻‍⚕️ Hosted by:
✨ Jessica Teixeira, M.S. CCC-SLP (Play Haven Pediatric Therapy/Jess the SLP)
✨ Kaitlin Mulcahey, M.S. CCC-SLP (Competent Communicators LLC)

📅 Date: Wednesday, September 24th
🕖 Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM ET
💻 Where: Online (Zoom link provided after sign up)

👉 What we’ll cover:
✔️ Two types of language development
✔️ Identifying gestalt language processors (speaking & non-speaking)
✔️ The six stages of gestalt language development
✔️ Strategies to support GLPs
✔️ Q&A + open discussion

This is a safe, supportive space to learn, connect, and ask your questions. 💬

✨ Reserve your spot here: https://calendly.com/playhavenpeds/glp-meetup
(or just scan the QR code below!)

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

09/19/2025

Hiding a child’s special interests, whatever they may be, won’t help a child “move on”—it takes away their joy. Special interests are a gift. They are the doorway into play, language, and relationships. Let’s stop pathologizing passions and start embracing them. 🥳

09/12/2025

🌟 Calling all parents & caregivers! 🌟

Does your child communicate using delayed echolalia/scripting (or used to at one point in their communication journey)? This meet up is for you! Join us for a Gestalt Language Processing Parent & Caregiver Meet Up with two SLPs who specialize in supporting gestalt language processors (GLPs).

👩🏻‍⚕️ Hosted by:
✨ Jessica Teixeira, M.S. CCC-SLP (Play Haven Pediatric Therapy/Jess the SLP)
✨ Kaitlin Mulcahey, M.S. CCC-SLP (Competent Communicators LLC)

📅 Date: Wednesday, September 24th
🕖 Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM ET
💻 Where: Online (Zoom link provided after sign up)

👉 What we’ll cover:
✔️ Two types of language development
✔️ Identifying gestalt language processors (speaking & non-speaking)
✔️ The six stages of gestalt language development
✔️ Strategies to support GLPs
✔️ Q&A + open discussion

This is a safe, supportive space to learn, connect, and ask your questions. 💬

✨ Reserve your spot here: https://calendly.com/playhavenpeds/glp-meetup
(or just scan the QR code below!)

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

09/10/2025

🌟 Why do we move so much in speech therapy? 🌟
Because movement is powerful for communication growth! Here are 4 reasons we make movement part of the journey:
✨ It’s developmentally appropriate — kids are built to move!
✨ Children learn best when they’re having fun, and fun almost always involves movement.
✨ For kids with lower arousal, movement can help regulate their bodies and get them ready to learn.
✨ Kids love to talk about what they enjoy — jumping, swinging, sliding, crashing — so movement sparks real, motivating communication.
At Competent Communicators, we embrace therapy that feels natural, joyful, and active. When kids are moving, they’re learning and connecting. 💬💪
💡 Parents — what’s your child’s favorite way to move and play?

09/08/2025

As a child labeled ‘nonverbal,’ I wouldn’t even attempt speech if I didn’t feel safe. I knew I would struggle—and if the person didn’t feel accepting, my sense of safety was gone. In those moments, I couldn’t communicate verbally, even if I wanted to. It’s not a choice. You can read the full blog post on my Substack: https://shorturl.at/YmjsP 💙

- Jordan

09/07/2025

✨ Why Child-Led, Play-Based Therapy Works: We believe the best learning happens when kids feel safe, motivated, and in control of their play. That’s why our therapy is child-led and play-based.

Here’s why it matters:

🎲 Engagement first: When therapy feels like play, kids are more motivated and eager to participate.

🗣️ Natural communication: Language develops more authentically during play routines kids choose and love.

💡 Real skills in real time: Following a child’s lead helps us model communication in meaningful, everyday ways — not just drills.

🤝 Confidence & connection: When kids are in charge of the play, they feel empowered, supported, and understood.
Child-led play isn’t just fun — it’s the foundation for meaningful, lasting communication growth. 💬

09/07/2025

We always have immediate openings for AAC evaluations. We are in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim, Mass General Brigham Plans & Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island.