If you treat the R sound in speech therapy, you know how tricky it can be to keep students engaged and motivated during what can
Let’s talk about coarticulation. In my humble opinion, it is one of the most powerful tools when it comes to treating articulation disorders, particularly for
I’ve gotten several questions lately about the dreaded vocalic R. I get it. Vocalic R is… complicated. There are so many of them (AIR, EAR,
Karla (or Carla) is my absolute favorite “first word” for the R sound. It’s one of those magical words that seem to really make it easier for people to produce a beautiful R. Why? It’s a stellar facilitating context. Let’s break it down…
I have so so many R kids on my caseload right now. In that past, that statement would be followed with a mournful sigh, or
I’m a pediatric SLP who specializes in the R sound. Fun fact- I actually used to dread the R but after dedicating a lot (like… a lot a lot) of time to researching and troubleshooting… I now love it! So much, in fact, that I currently spend my days treating “R kids” via my private practice and creating R resources and continuing education for SLPs via Speechy Things. I’m so glad you found me! Let’s “Rock the R” together!
