Why Social Language Matters

Social language, also known as pragmatic language, is the foundation of meaningful connection. It's how we use language—not just what we say, but how, when, and why we say it.

As a speech-language pathologist specializing in pragmatic language, I know that challenges in this area can affect much more than communication—they can impact friendship, confidence, classroom success, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.

Why I Specialize in Pragmatic Language

Social communication is complex, nuanced, and deeply personal. I focus on this area because:

  • Many children and teens struggle not with what to say, but with how to connect.

  • Social skills don’t come naturally for everyone—they can and should be taught with care, respect, and creativity.

  • Building pragmatic skills improves not only communication, but relationships, independence, and self-awareness.

  • I believe in neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based therapy that honors each individual’s unique way of connecting with the world.

Services Offered: Pragmatic Language Therapy

🗣️ Individual Social Language Therapy

Tailored 1:1 sessions designed to meet each client’s unique social communication goals:

  • Teaching conversation skills: turn-taking, topic maintenance, asking & answering questions

  • Understanding nonverbal cues: facial expressions, tone of voice, body language

  • Learning how to start, join, and maintain peer interactions

  • Building perspective-taking and flexible thinking

  • Supporting emotional regulation through social problem-solving

  • Integrating visual supports, role play, video modeling, and real-life practice

Ideal for: Children and teens who benefit from focused attention, individual pacing, and highly customized strategies.

🤝 Social Language Groups

Small, supportive groups for children or teens working on shared social goals in a naturalistic, peer-based setting:

  • Practicing real-life conversation and peer collaboration

  • Engaging in games, role plays, and guided discussions

  • Building confidence in group dynamics and peer relationships

  • Exploring themes like friendship, self-advocacy, humor, and perspective

  • Emphasizing safety, acceptance, and positive peer modeling

Ideal for: Kids ready to generalize social skills, build friendships, and learn through connection.