Best of All Moment: Spontaneous Speech in Speech Therapy

Chrystal Ingram Williams, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, ABD, ASDCS, CBT

I’m thrilled to share a heartwarming success story from our services for the Amina Grace Speech Therapy Program. One of our clients, who has been working tirelessly to increase his verbal communication skills, achieved a remarkable milestone – using his voice spontaneously to greet me with a warm “good morning”!

This moment was a significant breakthrough, marking a major leap forward in his journey towards effective communication. For quite some time now, we had been working on building his confidence and encouraging him to use his voice in a controlled environment. But this moment was different. It was unprompted, genuine, and filled with excitement.

As the Professor and supervisor of his graduate clinician, witnessing this spontaneous utterance filled me with pride and joy. It’s moments like these that remind me of the incredible potential that lies within each individual. With dedication, patience, and the right support, anyone can overcome their challenges and achieve their goals.

This client’s progress is a testament to the power of speech language pathology and the human spirit. I’m honored to be a part of his journey and can’t wait to see his continued growth and success.

Celebrating small victories, one word at a time.

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