Oral Placement Therapy
Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) is a specialized speech therapy approach that goes beyond traditional auditory and visual methods. It incorporates auditory, visual, and most importantly, tactile stimulation to the mouth, making it a valuable addition to standard speech and language therapy. OPT is particularly beneficial for children with motor and/or sensory difficulties, as it focuses on improving speech clarity by improving articulator awareness, stability, muscle memory, and oral movement dissociation and grading.
OPT is an important addition to traditional speech treatment methods for children with placement and movement deficits. Our highly-trained Speech Therapists are certified in Oral Placement Therapy, ensuring expert guidance and support throughout the therapeutic process.
Why Choose Oral Placement Therapy for Speech Clarity and Feeding?
- Increase awareness of the oral mechanism: OPT helps children become more aware of their oral structures, leading to improved speech production
- Normalize oral tactile sensitivity: Children with sensory challenges benefit from OPT's focus on normalizing oral sensitivity, enhancing comfort during speech-related activities
- Improve precision of oral movements: OPT targets volitional movements of oral structures, facilitating more precise speech sounds
- Enhance oral movement differentiation: OPT fosters better control over oral movements, aiding speech clarity and feeding skills
Our dedicated therapists are committed to helping your child build confidence and communication skills through OPT’s innovative and effective methods. Let us support your child’s speech development journey and foster a brighter future!