Olive Speech Therapy, PLLC

02/26/2026

DIY Story Dice 🎲

Draw different emotions on dice or have a list of emotions for each number.

Roll and make up a story with that feeling.

This activity is great for imagination and working on sentence structure!.

02/25/2026

Hi all,
We are excited to be hosting our next Hands & Voices Event at Lemon Squeezy Art Studio in Bushnell's Basin! See below for more details:

Please join us on Saturday, March 14th from 9:00-11:00 am at Lemon Squeezy Art Studio, 725 Pittsford-Victor Road, Pittsford 14534. This is a great chance for families and kids to connect, have fun and be creative! This event is for families with children who are deaf/hard of hearing as well as professionals who work with deaf/hard of hearing kids. This event is geared toward children who are deaf/hard of hearing ages birth to 10 years.
Families must register for this free event sponsored by NY EHDI and Hands and Voices of NY. Space is limited and we want to ensure that as many children who are deaf/hard of hearing can attend. Please be mindful of this when registering your child/family.

Please use the QR code on the attached flyer to register! If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Kristin Bergholtz (585-260-7627; kristin@canalsidespeech.com) or Samantha Taylor (585-340-7287; samantha@olivespeechtherapy.org)!

Once registered, you will receive more details closer to the event!

Hands and Voices mission “What works for your child is what makes the choice right.”

We can't wait to see you all soon!
Thanks,
Kristin and Samantha

02/25/2026

Kids who can name their feelings are more likely to calm down faster, solve problems, and connect with friends 💛

Emotional vocabulary isn’t just about words, it’s about helping kids understand themselves and others.

02/24/2026

Books + shows = perfect teachable moments 📚📺

Pause and ask: ‘How do you think she feels? How do you know?’

Labeling character emotions helps kids understand stories, practice empathy, and expand their emotional vocabulary.

02/23/2026

Make It Monday: Feelings Collage
Cut out pictures from online or old magazines that show different emotions. Sort them into groups and glue them into a collage!

02/19/2026

Go on a Feelings Scavenger Hunt! 🔍

While reading a book, watching a show, or even out in the community, look for faces that show different emotions. Have a list that your child should look for.

02/18/2026

Not sure if your child’s emotions + language are on track? 💬

Ask your pediatrician, contact a local speech therapist, or connect with a psychologist if you’re unsure ❤️.

02/17/2026

So grateful to be featured by Connected Know 🤍

VICTOR, N.Y. — When Samantha Taylor launched Olive Speech Therapy, in 2022, she was not just starting a private practice. She was rethinking how families experience speech-language services and how clinicians are supported in delivering them.Today, Taylor leads a growing team of eight speech-langu...

02/17/2026

Want to be first in line for the Advocacy Accelerator? 🌟

No commitment needed! Just comment below and check your DMs for your waitlist link and special discount code.

🎉 One lucky parent will even win a free spot!

Comment “LINK” and secure your early access now!

02/17/2026

Not all problems are the same size. ‼️

🔹 Small problems → quick to solve, kids can often try on their own, and bring small feelings.
🔸 Medium problems → may take longer, need some help, and bring bigger feelings.
🔺 Big problems → need adult support right away, take the longest to solve, and come with the biggest feelings.

Helping kids match the size of their problem with the size of their reaction is an important social-emotional skill

02/16/2026

If you’re parenting a child with unique needs and you feel like you’re constantly trying to figure out the “right” way to advocate… this is for you.

The Advocacy Accelerator is an 8-week live experience designed to help you move from confusion and overwhelm to clarity and confidence.

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Enrollment is intentionally capped at 20 parents to keep the space personal and high-impact.

The next cohort begins April 6.

Waitlist members receive first access + a private discount code. No commitment, just priority access.

If you’re ready to stop second-guessing yourself in the rooms that matter most, join us.

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02/16/2026

Make It Monday: Joy Jars

A little joy goes a long way!

Decorate a jar and add slips of paper with something that makes you happy each day. At the end of the week, read them together 💛

This craft builds gratitude and helps kids notice/label positive feelings.