What you may be noticing
Any one of these can have many explanations. Patterns over time, across settings, and their impact on daily life matter more than a single behavior.
Limited words or sentences for age
Difficulty being understood
Trouble following directions
Frustration communicating
Stuttering or voice concerns
Difficulty with conversational language
Important context
Hearing should be considered whenever speech or language development is a concern.
Evaluations commonly considered
The most appropriate evaluation depends on the questions you want answered. These are common pathways, not prescriptions.
Speech-Language Evaluation
An assessment of speech sounds, language understanding and expression, fluency, voice, and social communication.
Learn moreDevelopmental Evaluation
A broad assessment of early development, including communication, movement, play, learning, social interaction, and everyday skills.
Learn moreAutism Evaluation
A close look at social communication, behavior, development, and everyday functioning.
Learn moreWhat to gather before calling
A short timeline of concernsSchool or childcare observationsRelevant health and developmental historyPrior reports or intervention recordsYour three most important questionsExamples of strengths as well as difficulties