Take A Virtual Tour Through Optimal Beginnings’ New Rockville Office

Take A Virtual Tour Through Optimal Beginnings’ New Rockville Office

From the moment you step through the door, you’ll feel the warmth of a space designed to make every child and family feel truly at home. Every detail in our Rockville office was carefully thought out to create an environment where children with autism can...
What is a Speech-Generating Device?

What is a Speech-Generating Device?

By: Janine Segner There is a lot of terminology in education and the field of speech therapy that refers to speech-generating devices. You may have heard this term (speech-generating device or SGD for short), or a host of other terms including assistive technology,...

Stuttering: what to look for and when to seek help.

By: Janine Segner Stuttering can be a scary speech difficulty for many families. It can appear out of nowhere and seem to get only increasingly worse. Read on to learn more about the reasons people stutter, when and if to seek treatment, and what you might be able to...
5 Strategies For Better Conversations With Your Child

5 Strategies For Better Conversations With Your Child

“Suzy can never tell me what she did at school today.” “Andrew doesn’t talk to me about his friends.” Does this sound familiar, Parents? You are not alone! Talking to your child about their day is a common concern for families. Overall, it’s important to put your...
3 Easy Problem Solving Activities for Toddlers!

3 Easy Problem Solving Activities for Toddlers!

The toddler years can be challenging, to say the least! The tantrums, the will, the giggles, and laughter can be a major source of confusion for parents as toddlers’ develop their ability to think, solve problems and communicate grows. Toddlers’ brains are growing...