Garden State Speech Therapy

04/28/2026

Ever wonder why your child has trouble following directions, finding the right words, or keeping up in conversations? It might be more than just a “phase.”

Our latest blog post breaks down Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). What it is, what it can look like, and how to support your child in a way that truly makes a difference.

DLD is more common than many people realize, and early support can be life-changing. If you’ve had concerns about your child’s language development, this is a great place to start.

Read the full blog to learn more and feel empowered in your next steps ✨

04/24/2026

🍽️ Does My Child Need Feeding Therapy?

If mealtimes are stressful, your child avoids certain textures, or struggles with chewing or swallowing, feeding therapy might help! Our team supports children in building positive, safe, and successful feeding experiences. Call us today to schedule an evaluation!

04/23/2026

Play is how kids learn, and every stage matters! 🎨🚂🧸

Whether they're engaging in cause-effect play, pretend play, or narrative play, each type builds essential skills for growth and communication.

Not sure if your child is meeting play milestones? Our occupational and speech therapists can help support and strengthen play skills through fun, goal-based sessions! ✨

04/15/2026

Is your child having trouble focusing? You're not alone. Attention span can be impacted by so many things, including:

✨ Self-regulation – Is their body feeling calm and organized?
💤 Sleep – Are they well-rested and ready to engage?
🎯 Motivation – Are they interested and connected to the activity?

If your child struggles to stay on task, an occupational therapist can help identify why and build strategies to support focus, engagement, and independence at school, at home, and during play!

04/14/2026

Bubbles aren’t just fun! They’re powerful tools for communication!

Check out all the ways Ms. Kaylee uses bubbles in her sessions to build engagement, imitation, joint attention, and create natural opportunities for children to request, label, and interact. Whether it’s “more,” “pop,” or “go,” these simple moments can lead to big communication gains!

Play-based therapy makes learning meaningful and fun 🫧

04/10/2026

04/08/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month! At Garden State Speech Therapy, we are proud to stand alongside our families and clients in fostering strengths, empowering communication, celebrating neurodiversity, and creating an inclusive space where every child can thrive. ∞

04/07/2026

Autism is a pattern of differences in 3 key areas: language use, socialization, and interests & routines. What people tend to not realize is the wide range of traits that can fall into each area, leaving many Autistic kids undiagnosed and unsupported.

Let’s break these down:
1. Language use:
•Sing-song voice

2. Socialization:
•Practices play/interactions in advance
• Overshares personal info

3. Interest & Routines:
• Setting up/organizing play
• Hand/body posturing
• Strong memory for small details
• Visual inspection
• Teaches self academic concepts
•Sensitive to tags/clothing
•Body rocking
•Perfectionism

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! 🐰🌷

04/01/2026

Happy Passover to all who celebrate! ✡️ 💛

03/24/2026

Is your child struggling with chewing, swallowing, or picky eating? If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone! Our feeding therapists are here to help make mealtimes smoother and more enjoyable for your family 🍽️

📞 Contact us today to learn more!