Play-based speech and language therapy for children in Downers Grove, IL.
Early Intervention
At Sunshine Speech and Language Therapy, we specialize in early language development, helping children establish a strong foundation for communicating with others.
We address:
Late talkers (significantly limited use of words for their age)
Language delays
Early vocabulary building
Communication frustration
Speech Sound Production
Is your child’s speech difficult to understand? Do they frequently mix up sounds when speaking? Research supports that about 75% of a child’s speech should be understood by parents/caregivers by 3 years old.
We address:
Individual sound errors (R, S, L, TH, etc.)
Sound substitutions
Speech intelligibility
Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy
We provide neurodiversity-affirming, child-led speech therapy for autistic children. Whether your child is working on improving their verbal communication or using AAC (tools that help express wants, needs, and thoughts when verbal speech is difficult) we meet them where they are.
We address:
Functional communication (expressing wants, needs, and thoughts)
AAC (augmentative & alternative communication)
Core vocabulary development
Social communication
Receptive and Expressive Language
If your child struggles with understanding language (receptive) or expressing themselves (expressive), we can help.
We address:
Receptive Language:
Following directions
Understanding vocabulary
Answering questions
Listening comprehension
Understanding concepts
Expressive Language:
Vocabulary development
Sentence structure and grammar
Expanding sentences
Storytelling
Stuttering
We create a supportive, pressure-free environment where children can learn strategies to effectively express themselves.
We address:
Building communication confidence
Learning stuttering modification strategies
Learning speech modification strategies