Language - Chitter Chatter Speech Co.

Language Development Support for Growing Minds

We help children build strong, confident communication through personalized language therapy tailored to their unique needs and interests. Our services address expressive language, receptive language, social communication, and early language development, with a focus on meaningful progress that carries over into everyday life.

What Is Language Therapy?

Language therapy supports children in understanding and using language so they can communicate clearly, connect with others, and participate successfully at home, at school, and in everyday interactions. At Chitter Chatter Speech Co., we focus on key areas such as understanding language, expressing thoughts and ideas, building vocabulary, answering questions, following directions, and developing social communication skills. Every session is thoughtfully tailored to your child’s unique needs. Using engaging, evidence-based, and play-based techniques, we create meaningful opportunities for growth in a supportive, encouraging environment where children feel comfortable and successful. Our goal is simple: to help your child communicate with clarity, confidence, and joy

Expressive Language Development

Helping children use words, phrases, and sentences to express their thoughts, needs, and ideas more clearly and confidently.

Receptive Language Skills

Supporting children in understanding language, following directions, answering questions, and processing information more effectively

Social Communication Skills

Helping children develop the skills needed for conversation, turn-taking, perspective-taking, and understanding social cues in everyday interactions.

Early Language Intervention

Using play-based, developmentally appropriate strategies to support early language growth and build a strong foundation for communication.

Vocabulary & Sentence Development

Helping children expand their vocabulary and use age-appropriate sentence structures to communicate more effectively.

Academic Language Support

Strengthening the language skills needed for classroom success, including listening comprehension, describing, retelling, inferencing, and understanding curriculum-based language.

Is Your Child Experiencing Language Delays?

Every child develops at their own pace—but certain signs may indicate your child could benefit from additional language support.

Signs to Look For:

Limited Vocabulary: Using significantly fewer words than peers or struggling to find the right word.
Difficulty Following Commands: Seeming “stubborn” when asked to complete a task, which may actually be a processing delay.
Simplified Speech: Sticking to 1–2 word phrases long after they should be forming sentences.
Echoing: Repeating what others say (echolalia) instead of generating their own original thoughts.
Quantity Confusion: Struggling with concepts like “more,” “all,” or specific numbers during play.
Late Talker: Not using words or phrases as expected for their age.
Trouble Answering Questions: Difficulty expressing wants and needs.
Sentence Formation Difficulty: Trouble putting words together into sentences.
Conversation Challenges: Difficulty with conversation, turn-taking, or understanding social cues.

If you notice any of these signs, you’re not alone—and early support can make a meaningful difference in your child’s communication, confidence, and overall success.

Language Development Milestones

These milestones provide a general guide for how language skills typically develop as children grow. Every child develops at their own pace, but if your child is not meeting these milestones or is having difficulty understanding or using language, additional support may be beneficial. We’re here to help guide you every step of the way.

Birth to 1: Pre-language & First Words

Coos, smiles, makes sounds of pleasure, and reacts to loud noises. Babbles and makes vocalizations to communicate excitement or displeasure. Begins to sound together “mamamama”, “dadadada”, “baba”, etc. Mimics sounds, points, and waves, and may say one or two words.

1 to 2 years: Vocabulary Growth

Uses several single words and understands simple directions such as “come here” or “give it to me.” Vocabulary will begin to grow during this time. Will go from 8-10 words around 18 months to about 250-300 words by 24 months. Points to items and follows simple commands. Points to body parts and can use 2-3 word sentence (e.g. “more milk”, “no more”, etc…

2 to 3 Years: Short Sentences

Uses simple two-word phrases like “more juice” and follows simple one-step directions with ease. Begins using 3+ word phrases. Asks simple questions like “why?”, “what’s that?”, who?”, etc… Vocabulary of 1000 words by age 3.

3-4 Years: Expressive Language

Uses short 3+ word sentences, asks simple questions, and understands basic concepts like in, on, and under. Uses more complex sentences using sentences with “he”, “she”, “and”, and “but”. Is able to discuss stories read in books.

4-5 Years: Refinement

Speaks in longer sentences, answers simple questions, and is able to retell basic events or experiences. Understands basic concepts like size, shape, and color. Is able to identify some letters and numbers. Can say their name and identify the names of immediate family.

5-7+ Years: Complexity and Fluency

Uses complete sentences, follows multi-step directions, and communicates clearly in everyday conversation. Can use complex grammar and compound sentences (8+ words). Tells jokes, shares ideas, and uses language to solve problems. Begins to understand how sounds come together to make words (phonics).

The Connection Between Language & Learning

Language and learning go hand in hand. Strong language skills help children understand directions, answer questions, express ideas, participate in class, and build meaningful relationships with others. When language development is delayed, it can sometimes affect a child’s academic progress, social interactions, confidence, and ability to fully engage in everyday activities. Over time, this may impact classroom success, literacy development, and peer relationships. With the right support, children can strengthen both their language skills and their ability to connect, learn, and thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Language Evaluations

Our evaluation process is designed to provide a clear, comprehensive understanding of your child’s language skills and communication needs.

Initial Case History For Every Evaluation
We begin by gathering a brief background, including medical, developmental, educational, social, and family history, to better understand your child as a whole.

Personalized Assessment Plan
We administer carefully selected, individualized assessments that target your child’s specific areas of concern, including expressive language, receptive language, written language, and overall language development. *Only comprehensive language evaluations include social-pragmatic assessment that targets social communication.

Results & Recommendations
Following the evaluation, your Speech-Language Pathologist will interpret the results and provide a detailed report outlining findings, recommendations, and next steps for support.

Our goal is to give you clarity, confidence, and a clear path forward. Ready to get answers and a plan that fits your child’s needs?

When to Seek Support

If your child is struggling to understand language, express themselves, or communicate effectively with others, early support can make a meaningful difference. You don’t have to wait—guidance now can help build confidence and stronger communication skills.