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I just attended an insightful and meaningful course presented by Lindsey Biel, OTR/L. The course was entitled: Positive, Strength-Based Strategies for Sensitive Kids: A Sensory Smart™ Approach. She is an amazing occupational therapist who works with people of all ages with visual, sensory, and motor differences.   As a differently-abled person and a pediatric speech therapist… Continue reading Why Language Matters When Speaking about Neurodiversity: Perspectives from a Pediatric Speech Therapist in NYC

I saw a news story this weekend that caught my attention. This story vividly illustrated to me how important speech therapy is. And how pediatric speech therapy in NYC can benefit an Autistic individual in numerous meaningful and pragmatic ways. The local news story I watched described in detail how a young Autistic child had… Continue reading Will My Autistic Child Benefit From Pediatric Speech Therapy in NYC? A Parent’s Guide

Many parents often ask me, as a practicing pediatric speech-language pathologist, if online speech therapy works. And my answer is – YES! Speech-language therapy sessions can be effectively provided remotely, as well!  Speech-language pathologists use the same clinical knowledge and tools to treat patients for both online and in-person sessions.     A child and family can… Continue reading Does Online Speech Therapy Work? Pros, Cons & What to Expect

As a practicing speech therapist in NYC with over two decades of experience in the rehabilitation field, I have treated a wide range of speech and language concerns and differences as an early childhood speech and language specialist. I’ll share some of the experiences here… Speech-language pathologists are trained to treat all types of speech,… Continue reading What Conditions Can Speech Therapy Treat? Insights from a Speech Therapist in Tribeca, NYC

Have you ever wondered why your baby spends so many hours on the floor, seemingly playing with the same toy over and over again?   Does your child love to play peek-a-boo games with you for hours in the mirror? Do they enjoy pushing their favorite pop-up toy?  And do they giggle with glee as the… Continue reading The Role of Play in Pediatric Speech Therapy: Making Learning Fun

I know you probably don’t hear the words “speech therapy” and “meditation” spoken too often together, but holistic practices like meditation and mindfulness practices can effectively connect to communication in surprising ways. By integrating the mind, body and ability to communicate, meditation can empower children to use their voices with improved confidence and overall well-being.… Continue reading Holistic Approaches to Speech Therapy: Integrating Mind, Body and Communication  

Are you a concerned parent?  Is your child struggling to communicate?  I have been your child.  As a neurodivergent learner and pediatric speech-language pathologist for over two decades, I do intimately understand both sides of the therapeutic journey. I am hoping these general guidelines help guide you on the right path; in deciding if speech… Continue reading Does My Child Need Speech Therapy: What Are the Signs to Watch For?

Author: Heather Lynn Boerner  M.A., CCC/SLP  You know the feeling: that you just must get control over this room full of excited, emotional, overly energetic little ones. You’ve heard the refrains spoken to children, in an effort to gain control: sit down  be quiet  just sit still  calm down already  control yourself  listen to me,… Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be a Good Student?