Speech Therapy for Apraxia & Motor Speech Disorders
in Menlo Park & San Jose, CA
Clearer Communication Starts Here
Whether you’re a parent concerned about your child’s speech clarity or an adult struggling to pronounce certain sounds, speech therapy can help. At Peninsula Associates Speech Therapy Services, we provide expert treatment for motor speech disorders and apraxia that empowers clients of all ages to communicate clearly and confidently.
What Are Motor Speech Disorders?
A motor speech disorder occurs when a person has difficulty planning the specific speech sounds they want to make, and/or coordinating the muscle movements needed to make those sounds. These challenges can make their speech sound unclear, slurred, or like it requires much effort to speak.
What Is Apraxia?
Apraxia is a motor speech disorder that affects the brain’s ability to plan and coordinate the movements needed for speech. People with apraxia know what they want to say, but they struggle with directing their mouth and tongue to create the right sounds in the correct order.
How Does Speech Therapy Help with Motor Speech Disorders & Apraxia?
Speech therapy helps with these conditions by identifying the specific sounds and motor patterns that are challenging and teaching clients how to produce them accurately.
Therapy will focus on improving speech sound production and motor planning skills through targeted exercises, consistent practice, and expert support.
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Who Can Benefit from Speech Therapy for Motor Speech Disorders & Apraxia?
Speech therapy may help if you or your child experiences:
- Speech that is hard to understand
- Inconsistent speech sound errors
- Trouble imitating sounds or words
- Limited vocabulary
- Speech that is too fast or too slow
- Speech that is too loud or too quiet
- Frequent frustration when trying to speak
- Speech that doesn’t improve with age
- Weak or uncoordinated oral muscles (lips, tongue, throat)
- “Groping” with the lips or tongue, or visible effort when speaking
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Why Choose Peninsula Associates Speech Therapy Services?
Since 1978, Peninsula Associates Speech Therapy Services has been trusted across the Bay Area for high-quality, compassionate care. Our team of speech-language pathologists brings decades of combined experience to your treatment plan, and several of our clinicians are PROMPT certified.
We work collaboratively with families, educators, and healthcare providers to ensure consistent progress. We are committed to helping every client express themselves with confidence.
Reach Out Today to Get Started
If you or your child is struggling to speak clearly, we’re here to help. Contact Peninsula Associates Speech Therapy Services today to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced clinicians. We’ll work together to create a treatment plan that supports clear, confident communication.