What to Expect at Your First Virtual Speech Session
If you’re new to virtual speech therapy, you might be wondering what your child’s first session will look like. At MAPS Speech Therapy, we want you to feel prepared, comfortable, and confident before you log in for your first session. Here’s what you can expect from that very first online session after the initial evaluation:
1. A Warm Welcome and Tech Check
We’ll start by making sure your video and audio are working. If you’re using a computer, tablet, or even a phone, we’ll walk you through any quick adjustments so you and your child can see and hear clearly. If any troubleshooting needs to take place, we will try our best to support you so things run smoothly.
2. Getting to Know Your Child
The first session is all about connection. We’ll incorporate your child’s interests and strengths into the session, and find ways to make therapy fun from the start. Depending on your child’s age and interests, the session may be play-based with toys you already have at home, or there may be interactive learning games used on the computer.
3. Parent/Caregiver Involvement
Your involvement is a very important role in our sessions. The SLP you’re working with will coach you in real time, providing support for your child’s communication. We provide activity ideas using everyday routines and items that you already have at home. You don’t need new toys or materials. What matters most is you. Teletherapy turns you into an essential partner in the process, and together we can help your child make meaningful progress.
4. Activities
The activities in the first session are designed to be build rapport while introducing your children to their speech and language goals. This first session provides us with valuable insight to your child’s strengths and needs. Some activities may include:
Using toys you already have at home for play-based speech
Using interactive online learning games
Modeling communication strategies for you to try at home
5. Wrapping Up and Next Steps
At the end of the session, we’ll summarize the progress from the session, answer your questions, and share recommendations or strategies. We will also confirm your child’s therapy schedule and talk about what to expect in the upcoming session.
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