Why Water For Speech Therapy?

Water is naturally regulating and calms the nervous system.

Regulation leads to engagement. Engagement leads to connection. Connection leads to communication.

A Deeper Dive: Water Properties & Their Benefits in Speech Therapy

Hydrostatic Pressure

Water provides even pressure around your entire body; like a gentle hug, helping you feel safe and calm.

• improves body awareness
• helps with balance and posture.
• supports breath control by encouraging slower, deeper breathing

Buoyancy

Water supports your body weight, making movements feel lighter.

Viscosity

Water pushes back when you move.

• It slows movements down, helping you move in a more controlled way.
• strengthens your muscles when you work against water

Who Would Benefit From Splash Into Speech?

Splash into Speech is beneficial for ANY child with speech and language needs.

This includes children with auditory processing challenges, apraxia, autism, developmental delays, Down Syndrome, sensory processing differences, and attentional needs.