Articulation Therapy

Welcome to “Articulation Therapy,” a comprehensive course designed for speech-language pathology students, new clinicians, educators, and anyone seeking to understand the theory and practice of treating speech sound disorders. Articulation therapy is one of the most common and fundamental areas of speech-language pathology, focusing on helping individuals produce speech sounds correctly and clearly. This course provides a thorough foundation in the principles, assessment, and intervention techniques for articulation disorders across the lifespan. Across ten detailed chapters, we will explore the nature of speech sound production, the distinction between articulation and phonological disorders, comprehensive assessment procedures, evidence-based intervention approaches, target selection, treatment hierarchies, and strategies for generalization and maintenance. We will also address working with special populations, motivating clients, involving families, and navigating the professional practice of articulation therapy. Whether you are a graduate student preparing for clinical practice, a new clinician seeking to strengthen your skills, or an experienced professional looking for a comprehensive refresher, this course provides the knowledge and tools you need to provide effective, evidence-based articulation therapy. Our goal is to build competence and confidence in assessing and treating speech sound disorders, always with the client’s functional communication at the center of our work.