Speech Therapy for Children
Personalized, play-based speech therapy to help your child communicate with confidence. Serving Dallas, TX and online nationwide.
Helping Children Find Their Voice
Every child develops at their own pace, but when speech or language challenges arise, early intervention can make a significant difference. At Bloom Myofunctional & Speech Therapy, we provide individualized pediatric speech therapy that meets your child where they are and helps them build the communication skills they need to thrive.
Laura Friedman uses a combination of evidence-based approaches — including PROMPT therapy, DTTC, and the Nancy Kaufman Apraxia System — tailored to each child's unique strengths and challenges. Sessions are play-based, engaging, and designed to feel natural for your child.
Still deciding whether to start at all? Our evidence review of whether speech therapy is effective for toddlers covers what the research shows for late talkers, how many catch up without help, and why therapy at this age is delivered largely through the parent.
Conditions We Treat
Seeing the first two terms on an evaluation report and not sure which one describes your child? Our guide to phonological vs. articulation disorder explains the difference between one sound made incorrectly and a pattern that simplifies a whole class of sounds, which one affects intelligibility more, and why each is treated differently.
Speech & Language Milestones
While every child develops differently, these general milestones can help you identify whether your child may benefit from a speech evaluation:
First words (mama, dada), responds to name, uses gestures like pointing and waving
At least 20 words, follows simple directions, points to body parts when asked
50+ words, combines two words (more milk, daddy go), understood ~50% by strangers
3–4 word sentences, asks questions, understood ~75% by strangers
Tells simple stories, uses 4–5 word sentences, understood ~90% by strangers
Our Approach to Pediatric Therapy
We believe therapy should be engaging and meaningful for your child. Each treatment plan is built around your child's interests, learning style, and specific goals. Parents are active participants — we equip you with strategies and activities to reinforce progress at home, because research shows that consistent practice between sessions leads to faster improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Concerned About Your Child's Speech?
Schedule a free consultation. We'll discuss your concerns, answer your questions, and recommend next steps.