Lori,
I just have to say how thrilled we are with Braden’s progress through the Lidcombe program. Braden began speaking at a very young age, so you can imagine our concern when he also developed a stutter before he turned 2. Everyone told us “don’t worry, he’ll grow out of it”… but he didn’t grow out of it, it only got progressively worse and then the secondary characteristics (blinking his eyes, getting frustrated) appeared. But the day he told said “Mommy, I don’t want to talk anymore” was the day I knew we needed to do something about it.
Braden has been in the Lidcombe program for less than a year and he stutter is almost completely gone. It brings me such joy to listen to him talk and carry on conversations with us and his friends with no trouble and compete confidence. My gut tells me that he would not have outgrown this on his own. Lori, you have been so amazing through his process and your guidance and persistence has helped us to guide his progress. He always looks forward to “going to Lori” because you make the process so organic for young children. He feels like he’s just playing. We will be forever grateful for your compassion and dedication. You are a true advocate for all young children and for that I’m truly grateful!
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http://www.parentguidenews.com/Catalog/SpecialNeeds/SpeechStruggles
This is a new article I have coming out in Oct.1
I am sorry I haven’t posted as much lately as I have been busy treating many people who stutter. It was a great summer seeing many preschoolers either eliminate stuttering or decrease it tremendously. This was effective for many age groups. Communication is vital!! Seek help early!! Also, I want to wish the college students who worked with me a great year. I will miss you. Glad the teens are still here.
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I had the pleasure of viewing the above DVD about the life of King George VI. I thoroughly enjoyed learning more details about the King and his personality. He was an incredible man who spoke on behalf of his country despite his stuttering. Please click on the link below to read more about it.
http://therealkingsspeech.com/synopsis.html
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Hi everyone-
Is it possible to eliminate stuttering in school aged children? Lidcombe combined with some fluency shaping can help. Can I guarantee stuttering will be eliminated? No, but my success rate up to age 6 is fairly high. Even it has not been eliminated (in most cases , not all but most, it has been if the program has been implemented properly with weekly visits and completing maintenance). I have recently had success even up to age 7.
After age 7, we can use fluency tools to help manage stuttering and increase fluency. Call with any questions. Stuttering is my specialty and passion. I am glad to help. I also am accepting CPSE for the fall for Lidcombe. Stay cool everyone. It is very hot in NY.
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To parents:
There is hope! Please seek early and don’t assume your child will outgrow it. Important to seek help from a speech pathologist specializing in stuttering.
1. males- 4 males stutter to every 1 female (lucky me-LOL)
2. onset after age 3
3. Stuttering for 3 or more months
4. Struggle behavior noted.
5. History of stuttering in the family.
6. Signs of awareness and frustration.
A more extensive list can be fond on www. stutteringhelp.org-don’t wait. Early intervention is key to try and eliminate stuttering. www.allislandspeech.com
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This story involves a six year old boy I am treating for stuttering who is learning how to decrease stuttering under the Lidcombe program. His mom asked me two questions which I asked her if I can post.
1. Is my son too old for Lidcombe? No, definitely not. We might have to add in some fluency shaping tools as well, but it is a good age to begin. Ideally it would have been better earlier, but it is not too late.
2. Why was I told not to seek help when he was three and a half and stuttering for 4 months? This is a question I am asked all the time. I don’t know why pediatricians and educators say to wait. All I can say is definitely seek the advice of a speech pathologist experienced in fluency disorders if you are concerned. Early intervention is best!!
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Happy Stuttering Awareness Day!!
I thought I would share a nice story with you from a parent of a 17 year old-
Dear Lori-
I can’t thank you enough for all you have done for our son. When we first started 13 months ago Brad could hardly talk. He would not raise his hand in school or call friends. We were terrified he would not be able to call us when he went off to college. As you assured us, the change was slow. At first he seemed to have difficulty coordinating the breathing and then he wouldn’t practice. With your encouragement he started to practice and feel successful. We also kept praising his fluent moments, which were minimal at first. Our son’s fluency has drastically improved and so has his confidence level. He raised his hand for the first time yesterday in school. He even called a college admissions counselor to inquire about orientation for his freshman year. It is like his personality was hidden and now revealed. Thank you again for your caring, concern, patience and help with our son!! Sincerely, Doug and Candice G. Great Neck, NY
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I have gotten so many inquiries regarding teletherapy. Tk you everyone for reading and following me. The ideal situation is to set up an in person consult if feasible and design a therapy program from that point. The idea is to assess your stuttering, goals, feelings and background. Every person is treated on an individual basis. Everyone is encouraged to first start therapy with me and when ready either join our practice groups via skype or be assigned a practice partner if they choose. We can also do a consult over skype.
The most important part of fluency therapy is patience, determination, and connecting with your speech therapist to establish common goals. (sort of like the Bertie and Lionel Logue relationship in The King’s Speech)
Although most of us realize it is difficult to totally eliminate stuttering, I believe that it can be successfully managed with a great deal of fluency. Not only have I seen it within myself, I have witnessed it firsthand with many clients I have worked with. It is vital that the feelings and emotions involved with stuttering be dealt with in a delicate manner first in order for fluency to be addressed. Please email me directly at Lori@allislandspeech.com.
If you want to set up a few sessions for suggestions, that is great too! Tks for reading.
Please follow me on twitter and also on facebook at All Island Speech and Stuttering Therapy
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