Overview
Articulation refers to how we physically produce speech sounds using our tongue, lips, teeth, and palate. Articulation problems occur when a person consistently substitutes, omits, distorts, or adds sounds incorrectly — making their speech difficult for others to understand.
Common examples include difficulty with /r/, /l/, /s/, /sh/, and /th/ sounds. Our therapists assess which sounds are affected and at what level — whether the child can produce the sound in isolation but not in words, or whether it is absent entirely.
Therapy uses structured, evidence-based techniques with lots of practice and positive reinforcement. Most articulation errors respond very well to treatment.
Benefits
- Clearer, more intelligible speech
- Targeted treatment for specific error sounds
- Fun, engaging practice activities for children
- Home practice programmes to accelerate progress
- Improved confidence in speaking with peers and adults
Who Is This For?
Children from age 3 onwards who are making consistent speech sound errors beyond what is expected for their age, and adults who have persistent speech sound difficulties they want to address.