Encouraging Words Speech Therapy Services, LLC

11/10/2025

🦃🍁 Gratitude Grows Communication! 🍁🦃

This time of year is all about giving thanks — and it’s also a perfect time to help little ones express thanks in their own way!

Here are a few fun, fall-themed ways to build language through gratitude:
✨ Talk about things your family is thankful for each day — even simple things like “warm blankets,” “pumpkin muffins,” or “daddy hugs.”
🍎 Have your child draw or choose pictures of favorite people, foods, and activities to make a Thankful Tree or Gratitude Collage.
🧡 Model short, simple phrases like “Thank you,” “I love this,” or “I like ___.” Even nonverbal children can participate using gestures, pictures, or AAC!

Every “thank you” — whether spoken, signed, or shown — helps build stronger communication and connection. 💬💚💜

👉 What’s something you’re thankful for today? Share in the comments below!

10/18/2025

We love seeing our community making communication accessible for every child! 💬💜 Big applause to Pike Road Schools for creating playgrounds where all kids can play and express themselves 👏.

All three of Pike Road Schools' playgrounds are now equipped with communication boards and inclusive swings to make sure that all children have fun and can communicate, regardless of their abilities.

09/26/2025

💜 Hey everyone! I thought it was about time I popped back in and reintroduced myself.

I’m Renee’, the face (and heart!) behind Encouraging Words Speech Therapy Services LLC. I’ve been a speech-language pathologist for quite a while now, and I started this practice because I love helping people find their voice and grow with confidence. 💚 Let’s do a little rapid-fire Q&A so you can get to know me better (and maybe share your own answers in the comments too 😉).

✨ Favorite Food: Pizza
✨ Favorite Music: I like a variety of styles from rock, to pop, to country, and maybe even some old school hip-hop from the 1970s to early 2000s.
✨ Favorite Disney character: Winnie the Pooh (and Eeyore is my buddy 🐻💜🐾)
✨ Go-to coffee order: Mocha frappe from McDonald’s
✨ Favorite way to unwind: Cozy TV shows, reading, or playing Disney Dreamlight Valley
✨ Fun fact: I'm the reigning Mexican Train champion in my family, and I'm the queen of family game nights.
✨ Favorite Place: Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
✨ Perfect free day: Sleeping in, grabbing lunch out, bowling and/or karaoke with the people I love (or just having a quiet day with Netflix and some coloring!)

Thank you for being part of this community and for supporting my small practice. If we’ve met before, I’m so glad you’re here, and if you’re new—welcome! Feel free to drop a hello in the comments, I’d love to know more about you too. 💜

09/17/2025

🎶✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨🎶

I’m so excited to share that I am now a Certified Zumbini Instructor! 🥳💃🏻🥁

Starting in October, Encouraging Words Speech Therapy will be piloting our very first 6-week Zumbini session right here in the office! 🎵 Zumbini is a music and movement program designed for kids (ages 0–4) and their caregivers — full of singing, dancing, and playing that helps little ones learn, bond, and grow. 💜

👉 Details (day/time, pricing, and how to register) will be coming very soon!
👉 Space will be limited for this first session, so be sure to snag your spot once registration opens.

I can’t wait to bring the joy of music, movement, and connection to our community. Let’s get ready to Zumbini together! 🎶

08/31/2025

Just a quick reminder: We’ll be closed this Monday, September 1st for Labor Day. Our team will be recharging, and we’ll be back on Tuesday ready to cheer on all of our amazing clients. Have a wonderful holiday! 💛✨

08/29/2025

✏️📚 Back-to-school season is here! Here are 3 ways parents can support communication skills at home:
✔️ Read together daily (even just 10 minutes).
✔️ Practice conversations at dinner — take turns asking & answering questions.
✔️ Encourage storytelling about their school day.
Small, consistent practice goes a long way! 🌟

08/27/2025

Happy National Dog Day from Teddy & Happy! 🎉🐶🐶
These two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are currently in training to become therapy dogs at Encouraging Words Speech Therapy. One day, they’ll be joining us in sessions to bring extra comfort and encouragement to kids and adults. ❤️
👉 Drop a pic of your pup in the comments so we can celebrate your furry friends too!

08/22/2025

🎤 Do you ever lose your voice or feel strain after talking a lot? Here are 3 quick tips for keeping your voice healthy:
1️⃣ Stay hydrated – sip water throughout the day.
2️⃣ Rest your voice when you’re sick.
3️⃣ Avoid shouting or whispering (both strain your vocal folds).
If voice problems persist more than 2 weeks, a speech-language pathologist can help! 💬

08/21/2025

Some lunch break daydreaming got out of hand…and now I can’t stop imagining Disney running my therapy office. 🤪

✨ This post was inspired by a funny lunchtime conversation imagining what it would be like if Disney characters ran my therapy office… ✨

Donald Duck would be in a session with Tracey, throwing tantrums because he didn’t get the toy he wanted. 🙃

Mirabel would be leading a high-energy Zumbini class in the big therapy room (and probably making us all tired just watching her). 💃

Scrooge McDuck would be camped out in the waiting room, trying to sell parents “top-quality therapy materials” for way too much money. 💰😂

Mickey would be the official hug-giver to kiddos who are having a hard time. 🤗

Goofy would keep everyone laughing with his silly faces and clumsy charm. 🤪

Maui would strut around telling parents HE could do a better job at therapy than the rest of us—“You’re welcome!” 🌊💪

Ariel would be singing her heart out in voice therapy, even though she technically “doesn’t have a voice.” 🎶🧜‍♀️

Elsa would be in charge of regulating big feelings—“Okay, everybody, just let it go!” ❄️

Rapunzel would be the queen of craft activities, pulling endless supplies out of her tower bag of tricks. 🎨

Genie would pop in with 1,001 creative therapy ideas (and probably distract us all with his jokes). 💡✨

Can you imagine the chaos? Our real office is a little calmer than this (thankfully 😉), but we do try to keep it full of fun, encouragement, and a little Disney magic.

👉 Which character would YOU want in your child’s therapy session?

08/20/2025

✨ Did you know play is one of the BEST ways for kids to learn language? When children are engaged in play, they’re more likely to practice new sounds, words, and social skills. 🧸🪁
At Encouraging Words, we use play-based activities to make therapy fun, motivating, and effective. Because when kids are having fun, progress happens naturally! 💬
👉 Parents: What’s your child’s favorite toy or game right now?

08/11/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our Attendance Giveaway Winner! 🎉
We’re excited to announce the winner of July’s attendance prize basket! 🧺✨

Consistent attendance plays a big role in achieving speech and language goals, and we’re proud to recognize clients who show such great dedication.

📅 Didn’t win this time? Stay tuned for future giveaways—your chance to win might be next! 💙



**Picture posted with permission**

08/07/2025

🗣️ Speech therapy isn’t just for kids—adults benefit too!
At Encouraging Words Speech Therapy, we proudly serve adults navigating speech, language, voice, and swallowing challenges. Whether you're recovering from a stroke, managing Parkinson’s disease, or simply working on clearer communication—we’re here to help.

✨ Our adult services include:
✔️ Aphasia and language therapy
✔️ Voice therapy (including support for teachers and speakers)
✔️ Swallowing therapy with NMES when appropriate
✔️ Cognitive-linguistic support for memory, attention, and problem-solving

Each session is tailored to your goals, your pace, and your real-life needs.

If you or someone you love could benefit from adult speech therapy, let’s talk. Your communication matters—at every age. 💬