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Speech Therapy Blog
I have been asked many questions about a variety of speech and language disorders from kids and adults. I would like to use this blog as a way to answer the most common questions I receive.


Why Can’t I Understand What I Read? Simple Solutions to Improve Your Reading Skills
Why Can't I Understand What I Read If you can read every word on a page but still feel like nothing is “sticking,” you’re not alone. This is one of the most common reading comprehension concerns in both children and adults. You may be reading fluently—but not fully understanding the meaning, forgetting what you just read, or needing to re-read the same sentence multiple times. This doesn’t always mean a lack of intelligence or effort. In many cases, reading comprehension diff
Stephanie Jeret
Aug 27, 20244 min read


Why Am I Stuttering All of a Sudden (for Adults)?
Effective communication is important for meaningful relationships and personal success. If you or a loved one struggles with stuttering, it's important to understand that speech therapy can help. By exploring the connection between stuttering and anxiety, learning practical speech strategies, and finding ways to support each other, you can make significant strides toward more confident and fluent speech. In this blog post, we'll discuss: Understanding Developmental Stuttering
Stephanie Jeret
Jul 21, 20248 min read


Do I have a Fluency Disorder? Cluttering vs Stuttering: A Comprehensive Guide
You may have heard about stuttering disorders, but cluttering disorders are much less known. In fact, people who clutter often go...
Stephanie Jeret
Apr 1, 202415 min read


How to Stop Mumbling: A Guide for Adults
Struggling with mumbling? Discover clarity tips & expert help with Speak with Stephanie!
Stephanie Jeret
Mar 10, 20249 min read


How to Get Rid of a Lisp: Tips and Techniques
Unveiling Lisping: Types, Causes & Fixes. Dive into personalized therapy plans & techniques to conquer lisping in children & adults.
Stephanie Jeret
Mar 3, 20249 min read


How to Not Forget Things: A Comprehensive Guide on Memory
Mastering Memory: Understanding, Enhancing, and Preserving Cognitive Function. Expert tips for improving memory & the role of speech therapy
Stephanie Jeret
Feb 25, 202412 min read


Childhood Stuttering: Signs, Causes, and When to Seek Speech Therapy
Wondering if your child will outgrow stuttering? Learn the signs of childhood stuttering, what causes it, and when speech therapy may be the right next step.
Stephanie Jeret
Feb 16, 202413 min read


Understanding Developmental Language Disorder (DLD): A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Adults
Addressing Developmental Language Disorders (DLD) can be daunting. Our guide offers insight for parents and individuals, easing the journey.
Stephanie Jeret
Feb 9, 202410 min read


Navigating Aphasia: Understanding, Supporting, and Thriving Together with Speech therapy
Aphasia Awareness Month blog: Understand aphasia's impact, causes, and support strategies. Speech therapy by Stephanie Jeret.
Stephanie Jeret
Jun 15, 20236 min read


List of Executive Functioning Skills
In this post, I explain: What is Executive Function? Disorders that Share Symptoms with Challenges in Executive Function Skills How Long...
Stephanie Jeret
Mar 5, 20237 min read


Why Don't we Stutter when we are Alone?
I have been thinking about my day yesterday. It was raining in Illinois, so I spent the day indoors with my 10-month year old. We...
Stephanie Jeret
Feb 12, 20233 min read


How to Stop Stuttering When Nervous: Causes, Strategies, and When Speech Therapy Can Help
Uncover the strategy behind stuttering as Stephanie Jeret, a Speech-Language Pathologist, addresses myths, treatments, and expert tips.
Stephanie Jeret
Jan 24, 20237 min read


Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) versus speech therapist: What's the difference?
Do you know the difference between a Speech Language Pathologist and a Speech Therapist?
Stephanie Jeret
Jan 1, 20232 min read
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