Fluency Disorders
in Branford & Oxford, CT

Does your child have trouble expressing their ideas verbally? Do they tend to stutter or have rapid speech that is difficult to understand? These are common fluency challenges that many children face. Without support, fluency disorders can impact your child’s self-esteem and even their academic performance. Thankfully, our expert speech-language pathologists at More to Say know how to help. Keep reading to learn more about fluency disorders and how speech therapy can give your child the tools they need to express themselves with confidence. 

What Is Fluency?

Fluency is the ability to speak smoothly and effortlessly without pauses or other interruptions. For example, if you’re able to read a text aloud or explain a story without stumbling over your words, that shows good fluency.

What Is a Fluency Disorder?

Fluency disorders are speech disorders characterized by disruptions in the natural flow of speech. These disorders include:

  • Stuttering – where the smooth flow of speech is interrupted by repeating sounds, syllables, or words, holding sounds for too long, or difficulty starting a word. This type of speech can sound hesitant or anxious.
  • Cluttering – where speech is rapid and irregular, with missing pauses between words, syllables left out of words, or ideas changed in the middle of a sentence. This type of speech sounds rushed and disorganized.

How Fluency Disorders Can Impact a Child's Development

Fluency disorders can have a lasting impact on a child’s development, which is why early intervention is so vital for their overall wellbeing. Without support from our expert speech-language pathologists, a child’s fluency disorder can lead to:

  • Limited Communication Skills – Fluency disorders can limit a child's ability to express themselves verbally and may affect their language development.
  • Poor Academic Performance – Difficulty with speech fluency can interfere with academic activities such as reading aloud or participating in class discussions.
  • Lowered Self-Esteem – Persistent struggles with speech fluency may impact a child's self-esteem and willingness to join social interactions.
  • Limited Communication Skills – Fluency disorders can limit a child's ability to express themselves verbally and may affect their language development.

How Pediatric Therapy Helps Children with Fluency Disorders

At More to Say, we believe that children learn best through playing and interacting with their environment. After your child’s comprehensive evaluation, our pediatric therapists will create a personalized treatment plan to address their specific fluency challenges. Through proven speech therapy techniques, we can help your child build the skills they need for effective and clear speech and improved confidence.

Our goal is to support your child’s healthy development through fun, engaging, and proven therapy methods. To support that goal, we take a holistic viewpoint to ensure your child’s treatment aligns with their needs, interests, and family life. Our distinctive approach motivates children and makes them excited to participate in therapy, which is why our families love the More to Say Way!

Schedule an Evaluation Today

If you notice your child struggling with fluency, don’t hesitate to reach out to More to Say. Give us a call at (203) 828-6790 to experience pediatric therapy the More to Say way, and let’s work together to empower your child to live a happy, fulfilling life.

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Oxford, CT Office:

Office Hours:

  • Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Branford, CT Office:

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  • Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Saturday & Sunday: Closed
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