Little Ears & Voices

Little Ears & Voices Community based speech-language pathologist serving families in Lake County, FL and surrounding areas

03/06/2026

Supporting your toddler’s language development doesn’t have to be complicated. 💬

In this reel I’m sharing simple ways to model language during play, plus a few common things to avoid.

Small shifts in how we talk with our toddlers can make a big difference in how they learn to communicate. ✨

Save this for later and try one tip today!

Stuttering isn’t a reflection of intelligence or ability, it’s a speech difference. 🌟 Learn the facts, bust common myths...
03/05/2026

Stuttering isn’t a reflection of intelligence or ability, it’s a speech difference. 🌟

Learn the facts, bust common myths, and discover strategies to support your child’s confidence and communication. Every voice deserves to be heard! 💗

03/02/2026

Giving you a glimpse at what it’s like to be in my brain sometimes as a neurodivergent person with ADHD 🤍

I used to wonder why I connected so deeply with children. In particular, the neurodivergent children I work with.

💟 Why their rapid thoughts didn’t feel chaotic to me.
💟Why I could see the brilliance in what others overlooked: the cleverness, the creativity, the unique ways their minds solved problems.
💟 Why their brains made sense to mine.

And then when I got my diagnosis at 30… I realized why.

I’m neurodivergent too.

ADHD is still stigmatized, especially in adult women. Culturally, we’re expected to “run the show”…
☑️ Be organized.
☑️ Remember everything.
☑️ Hold the schedule.
☑️ Manage the home.
☑️ Anticipate everyone’s needs.
☑️ Keep it together.
☑️ Make it look effortless.

Here’s the truth:
I struggle with almost all of these things.

ADHD shows up in the unfinished tasks.
The mental clutter.
The racing thoughts at 11pm.
The overwhelm no one sees.

But it also shows up in:
❣️ The 4 hours of research the night before a session because I have to get it right.
❣️ The refusal to accept “good enough.”
❣️ The hyperactivity that lets me keep up with child energy all day long.
❣️ The deep emotional intuition that helps me connect fast and authentically with others.
❣️ The ability to think completely outside the box when traditional approaches don’t fit.

Yes, this brain makes life harder sometimes.

But it is also the reason I am driven.
The reason I connect.
The reason I understand the children I serve.

Do I wish it were easier?
Sometimes.

Do I wish it were different?
Not for a second.

“Creativity is impulsivity gone right.”
— Dr. Hallowell

Happy Friday!This time of year can get hectic in the speech world. It’s easy to feel overworked, burnt out, or like you’...
02/27/2026

Happy Friday!

This time of year can get hectic in the speech world. It’s easy to feel overworked, burnt out, or like you’re not doing enough. 💗

Go into your Friday (and weekend!) remembering: just by showing up, you are enough. Take the affirmation you need today and carry it with you.

SelfCare

🎉 Happy International Cochlear Implant Day! 🎉
Today we’re celebrating the amazing technology that helps some people hear...
02/25/2026

🎉 Happy International Cochlear Implant Day! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating the amazing technology that helps some people hear the world in a whole new way.

Swipe through fun facts to learn more about what cochlear implants are, how they work, and the fascinating history behind them. ✨

Have questions about cochlear implants? Drop them in the comments below, I’d love to answer! 💬

Client reviews truly mean the world to me 🤍They’re more than kind words, they’re reminders that the work matters. Every ...
02/24/2026

Client reviews truly mean the world to me 🤍

They’re more than kind words, they’re reminders that the work matters.

Every message, every note of gratitude, every family who takes the time to share their experience reminds me why I do this.

It’s an honor to walk alongside you in this season.

Thank you for letting me be part of your story. 🤍

02/23/2026

7 seconds can feel like forever… but in language therapy, it can mean everything.

Processing takes time, and when we honor that wait time, we give kids the space they need to think, organize, and respond with confidence.

Such a simple strategy, and yet it can work wonders. 💗

Pause. Wait. Watch the magic happen.

02/20/2026

Are you a speech therapist and having difficulty engaging reluctant kids in articulation therapy? 👀

If you’re working with children who shut down, run away, get frustrated, or refuse to imitate sounds, this one’s for you.

✨ Finding the YES When the Answer is NO ✨

A practical, confidence-boosting guide to help you connect with reluctant learners and make articulation therapy feel doable (and even fun!).

Whether you’re a grad student, new clinician, or seasoned SLP, you’ll walk away feeling refreshed, inspired, and ready with strategies that actually work.

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Grab your copy here before the sale ends!

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Are you in the Lake County, FL area and hoping to get a speech-language evaluation so you can apply for the Family Empow...
02/16/2026

Are you in the Lake County, FL area and hoping to get a speech-language evaluation so you can apply for the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities, but feeling stuck on long waiting lists or struggling to find an evaluator before the deadline?

Hi, I’m Emily Howard, a Speech-Language Pathologist, and I’m now offering urgent speech-language evaluations to help families complete their applications with plenty of time to spare.

If you need an evaluation quickly, reach out now by phone or email to set up your evaluation and secure your spot before the deadline. I’m here to help make this process as smooth and stress-free as possible!

Please note: I am currently offering evaluations only and am not accepting new ongoing therapy clients at this time. The good news? Evaluations are valid across practices and providers, so you can use your report wherever you choose for services.

Address

Tavares, FL
32778

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13025473612

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