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Amy Yacoub, MS, CCC-SLP is a Speech-Language Pathologist. She has over 12 years of experience working with children who have a variety of diagnoses and disorders, including speech and language delays, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, and Autism. She is also an experienced consultant within the field.
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Dyslexia Teaching Strategies

Dyslexia Teaching Strategies: Effective Tips and Methods

by Amy Yacoub May 20, 2024

Dyslexia affects approximately 20% of the population, and the use of specialized, individualized teaching strategies can help these individuals overcome academic... Read more.

prompting speech therapy

PROMPT for Speech Therapy: Expert Analysis and Insights from an SLP

by Amy Yacoub May 13, 2024

The PROMPT method is a hands-on approach used in speech therapy to improve speech sound production. PROMPT (Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic... Read more.

Lee Silverman Voice Therapy expert review

SLP’s Review of Lee Silverman Voice Therapy (LSVT)

by Amy Yacoub May 13, 2024

Lee Silverman Voice Therapy (LSVT) is a powerful solution to improving communication skills in individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and other neurological conditions. ... Read more.

Sand Tray Therapy review

Sand Tray Therapy for Speech Development: What It Is, Benefits, How to Use

by Amy Yacoub May 13, 2024

Sand tray therapy, which is also referred to as sand play therapy or sandbox therapy, can be used as an effective therapeutic tool for improving speech and language... Read more.

learning breaktrough review

Learning Breakthrough Review: Impact on Dyslexia

by Amy Yacoub February 6, 2024

Learning Breakthrough is a program designed to help individuals with Dyslexia and learning difficulties overcome associated challenges. In this comprehensive review,... Read more.

fast forword review

Fast ForWord Review: Exploring the Innovative Approach to Dyslexia Intervention

by Amy Yacoub February 6, 2024

Fast ForWord is a unique, computer-based reading program for children. It applies principles of neuroscience to target the underlying causes of language and reading... Read more.

cellfield program review

Cellfield Review: Does It Benefit Dyslexic Learners?

by Amy Yacoub February 6, 2024

Cellfield is a revolutionary, computer-based reading intervention program that is based on brain imaging, brain plasticity, and computer science. The Cellfield reading... Read more.

lindamood bell review

Lindamood-Bell Review: A Comprehensive Look at the Dyslexia Intervention

by Amy Yacoub February 6, 2024

In the world of dyslexia intervention, one of the most well-established teaching programs available is Lindamood Bell. What is Lindamood Bell? Lindamood Bell is... Read more.

orton gillingham review

Navigating Dyslexia: A Comprehensive Overview of the Orton Gillingham Approach

by Amy Yacoub February 6, 2024

The Orton Gillingham method is a used approach for treating Dyslexia. It’s been estimated that the prevalence of Dyslexia is up to 20% of the population, and several... Read more.

barton reading review

Barton Reading and Spelling Review: Is It Effective for Dyslexia?

by Amy Yacoub February 6, 2024

The Barton Reading and Spelling Program is a specialized, systematic intervention designed to improve the spelling, reading, and writing skills of an individual... Read more.