Pediatric Speech Therapy in Chicago, IL
Helping Children Communicate, Connect, and Grow
At SensAble Kids, our expert speech-language pathologists support children in building the communication and feeding skills they need for lifelong success. From saying their first words to understanding others and feeling confident at mealtimes, we’re here to help your child achieve lasting progress.
If your child is struggling to express themselves, understand others, or eat comfortably, book an evaluation with our experts today and learn how we can support your child’s growth.
What Is Speech Therapy?
Speech therapy helps children develop the ability to communicate, understand language, and use their mouths effectively for speaking and eating. Our therapists use holistic, play-based techniques designed around your child’s developmental level and interests.
Speech therapy can address a wide range of skills in three key areas:
Speech
Speech refers to how we produce sounds and form words. Children with speech delays may have trouble pronouncing certain sounds or may speak in a way that’s hard to understand. Our therapists help children improve their clarity, articulation, fluency, and overall intelligibility.
Language
Language involves understanding and using words to communicate ideas. A child may struggle with understanding directions, answering questions, forming sentences, or using the right words. We help children build their vocabulary, comprehension, expressive language, and social communication.
Feeding
Speech therapists also support children with feeding challenges, especially those involving oral motor skills. This may include difficulty chewing, swallowing, or managing different food textures. We use gentle, child-centered approaches to improve your child’s comfort at mealtimes.
Communication is a social skill, and we also work closely with children to help them navigate relationships and emotions. Discover how our developmental therapy can help your child with emotional regulation.
Does Your Child Need Speech Therapy?
If your child shows any of the following signs, we recommend that you reach out to our team for a speech therapy evaluation:
- Trouble being understood by others
- Limited vocabulary for their age
- Difficulty following directions or answering questions
- Stuttering or repeating sounds
- Difficulty expressing thoughts or emotions
- Challenges with chewing, swallowing, or trying new foods
- Avoiding social situations or group communication
- Delayed speech milestones
- Difficulty with bottle or breast feeding
- Difficulty transitioning from bottle or breast to purees and solids
- Choking/gagging during mealtimes
- Does not play with other children by age 3 years
- ANY loss of speech or babbling or social skills at ANY age
- Never gestures or imitates
- Does not appear to understand speech, or appears to be unable to hear
- Never develops words beyond repeating them over and over
Our Treatment Philosophy at SensAble Kids
We take a child-led, relationship-based approach to speech therapy that focuses on connection, play, and emotional safety. Our sessions are designed to feel engaging and supportive, because children learn best when they are interested and having fun.
Our speech therapists understand that regulation, engagement, and relatedness are the foundations for interacting and communicating. Within the context of a relationship-based approach, we utilize play and activities that are meaningful to the child during treatment sessions.
By honoring each child’s strengths, preferences, and developmental stage, we create a therapy experience that builds confidence and real-world communication skills. We partner closely with parents to ensure that progress continues at home, and we believe in supporting the whole child—mind, body, and voice.
Specialized Treatments We Use During Pediatric Speech Therapy
We integrate body-based therapies into our speech sessions when appropriate to support deeper progress and regulation. This includes:
Myofunctional Therapy
Myofunctional therapy targets the muscles of the face, mouth, and throat to improve breathing, swallowing, and oral motor function. Through guided exercises, it can support clearer speech, better sleep, and healthier oral habits.
Why Choose SensAble Kids for Your Child’s Care?
Here’s what makes SensAble Kids the trusted choice for families in Chicago:
- Therapist-owned, boutique practice offering personalized care
- Skilled speech-language pathologists trained in holistic and body-based techniques
- Play-based therapy that builds trust and confidence
- Integrated support for speech, language, and feeding
- Relationship-driven sessions that inspire confidence & connection with your child
- Parent collaboration and education included in every treatment plan
Book Your Child’s Evaluation Today
If your child is struggling with communication or feeding, don’t wait to get support. Fill out our online contact form today to schedule a comprehensive speech therapy evaluation. We’re here to help your child find their voice and thrive.