Speech-language therapy and occupational therapy

-that everyone deserves a voice

 

-that communication is central to connecting with the people you love

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-that intrinsic motivation is more powerful than extrinsic (external) rewards and that external rewards rob us of the joy of communicating

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-that an individual's preferences, interests, dislikes be honored and that therapy approaches should be tailored to the individual

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-that therapy and communication should be joyful

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-that communication does not just occur by using verbal words. Communication comes in the form of gestures, verbal words, gazes, physcial movements, pictures signs and each form is valid.

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-that honest relationships are key to helping individuals communicate and connect with others more effectively

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-that families and caregivers have valuable insights and are an important part of the therapeutic process