Parent Coaching for Early Language Development
At Olive Tree Speech Therapy, parent coaching is designed to empower you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to support your child’s communication development at home.
This service focuses on early language development and is ideal for families who want practical, individualized strategies to help their child communicate. Research shows that children learn language best through meaningful interactions with their caregivers. Parent coaching helps you become your child’s most powerful communication partner.
What is parent coaching?
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Parent coaching is a collaborative, family-centered service provided via Zoom, where we work together to support your child’s language growth within everyday routines and play. Instead of direct therapy with your child, sessions focus on teaching you effective, evidence-based strategies you can use throughout your day.
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Parent coaching is a great fit for:
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Parents of infants, toddlers and young children who want to support early communication
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Families with late talkers
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Parents waiting for or unsure about pursuing direct therapy
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Caregivers looking for guidance on language milestones
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Families who want tools they can use naturally at home
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Parent coaching sessions are tailored to your child’s needs and your family’s routines, and may include:
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Supporting early communication skills (gestures, joint attention, turn-taking)
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Helping children build first words and early phrases
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Understanding and discussing speech and language milestones
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Learning practical, easy-to-use language-building strategies
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Using play-based techniques to encourage communication
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Turning everyday activities (mealtime, bath time, playtime) into language-learning opportunities
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Reducing frustration and increasing confidence for both you and your child
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If you’re wondering how to best support your child’s language development at home, parent coaching may be the right fit for your family.
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