AAC Services for Children
Helping children communicate confidently through individualized Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) support.
What Is AAC?
Augmentative and Alternative Communication, or AAC, includes tools and strategies that help individuals communicate when spoken language is difficult or does not fully meet their communication needs.
AAC can include speech generating devices, communication apps, picture communication systems, visual supports, and other methods that help children express their thoughts, wants, needs, and ideas.
Every child deserves a reliable way to communicate, and AAC can provide meaningful opportunities for connection, participation, and independence.
Signs Your Child May Benefit from AAC
✓ Difficulty expressing wants and needs
✓ Limited verbal communication
✓ Frustration when trying to communicate
✓ Difficulty participating in conversations
✓ Challenges being understood by others
✓ Need for additional communication support at home, school, or in the community
✓ Difficulty communicating with peers and family members
Types of AAC Supports
• Speech generating devices
• Communication apps
• Picture communication systems
• Visual supports
• Core vocabulary systems
• Communication boards
• Low tech and high tech AAC options
AAC is highly individualized. The best communication system depends on each child's strengths, needs, and goals.
AAC Myths and Facts
One common misconception is that AAC will prevent a child from talking.
Research shows that AAC does not stop speech development. In fact, AAC often supports language growth and provides children with a reliable way to communicate while other communication skills continue to develop.
AAC gives children access to communication and helps reduce frustration by providing effective ways to express themselves.
How Online AAC Therapy Works
Online AAC therapy focuses on helping children become successful communicators across daily activities and environments.
Services may include AAC assessment, device support, vocabulary development, communication strategy instruction, and caregiver coaching. Sessions are engaging, individualized, and designed to support meaningful communication growth.
Families receive guidance and practical strategies to help AAC use become a natural part of everyday life.
Why Families Choose Untangled Speech Therapy
✓ Individualized AAC support
✓ Family centered approach
✓ Parent and caregiver collaboration
✓ Evidence based intervention
✓ Convenient online services
✓ Focus on functional communication
✓ Support across home, school, and community settings
Every Child Deserves a Voice
Communication is about more than words. Every child deserves a way to share their thoughts, feelings, wants, needs, and ideas with the people around them.
AAC can open doors to greater independence, participation, connection, and confidence.
Ready to Get Started?
If you're wondering whether AAC may benefit your child, I'd love to help.
Schedule a free consultation to learn more about AAC services and how we can support your child's communication journey.