Play-based speech and language therapy for children in Downers Grove, IL.

Early Language Development

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 or concepts

  • Answering questions

  • Listening comprehension

Expressive Language:

  • Vocabulary development

  • Sentence structure and grammar

  • Expanding sentences