Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist
A bilingual Speech Language Pathologist has specialized training and knowledge on how to evaluate and treat a child who is being exposed to more than one language.
The Speech Pathologist evaluating your bilingual child must have the skills to be able to differentiate between a communication difference and a communication disorder. Identifying a communication difference versus disorder in a bilingual child requires that the therapist take into account all of the factors in language development in both languages by using special assessment procedures. They are then able to apply this information to make an accurate diagnosis and plan of treatment for your child.
Why does this matter so much? When bilingual children are evaluated by a therapist that does not have knowledge about bilingual development and assessment, they are more likely to be diagnosed incorrectly.
Es Speech is a strong advocate for raising bilingual children! Parents often wonder if being bilingual will confuse a child or hinder their language development. These are what we call the "myths" of being bilingual. Take a look!
The Speech Pathologist evaluating your bilingual child must have the skills to be able to differentiate between a communication difference and a communication disorder. Identifying a communication difference versus disorder in a bilingual child requires that the therapist take into account all of the factors in language development in both languages by using special assessment procedures. They are then able to apply this information to make an accurate diagnosis and plan of treatment for your child.
Why does this matter so much? When bilingual children are evaluated by a therapist that does not have knowledge about bilingual development and assessment, they are more likely to be diagnosed incorrectly.
Es Speech is a strong advocate for raising bilingual children! Parents often wonder if being bilingual will confuse a child or hinder their language development. These are what we call the "myths" of being bilingual. Take a look!
