When a child can't tell you what they want, everyday moments become harder. Snack time ends in tears. Play turns into frustration. You may find yourself guessing all day long, trying to understand what your little one needs.
At Shining Stars Child Development Center ABA Therapy Powered by CIDA India, we help children turn those moments into words. Our team offers structured speech delay therapy in Surat, combining play-based speech and language therapy with clear behavioral teaching methods. The result is a focused, motivating approach that helps children communicate more each day.
Understanding Speech and Language Delays
A child may have a speech delay, a language delay, or both:
Speech delay
Difficulty producing sounds or words clearly.
Language delay
Difficulty understanding or using words to share ideas.
Children with a delay may also struggle socially. They may find it hard to play with others, join group activities, or ask for help.
Signs to Look For
- Few or no words by 18 months.
- Not combining two words by age 2.
- Speech that's hard for family to understand by age 3.
- Rarely responds to simple instructions.
- Relies on crying, pulling, or pointing to communicate.
- Limited interest in sharing attention, such as showing you a toy.
- Loses words they used to say.
If you notice these signs, a professional assessment can help guide the next steps.
How Our Approach Is Different
Because our center specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), we bring a structured, motivating style to pediatric speech therapy. This approach can be especially helpful for children who need extra support to stay engaged.
What This Looks Like
Motivation First
We find what your child loves, such as bubbles, cars, or songs, and use it to encourage communication.
Teaching Requests
Children learn that asking for things by word, sign, or picture can help them communicate what they need.
Small Steps
We break communication into manageable goals, such as making a sound, then a word, then a phrase.
Positive Reinforcement
Every attempt is encouraged to help build confidence and participation.
Progress Tracking
We track progress so therapy decisions can be guided by observations and data.
Speech Therapy Strategies and Services
Our speech therapist team may use a combination of services tailored to each child's needs:
- Expressive Language Training: Building words, phrases, and sentences.
- Receptive Language Training: Following directions and understanding questions.
- Articulation Therapy: Working on clear speech sounds.
- Oral-Motor Exercises: Activities considered when appropriate to assessed needs.
- Picture-Based Communication: Giving children ways to communicate while speech develops.
- Social Communication Skills: Practising turn-taking, greetings, and simple conversation.
- Parent Training: Practical tools for daily communication at home.
Speech Therapy Exercises for Toddlers at Home
Try these simple speech therapy exercises for toddlers during everyday routines:
Hold It Up
Show a favourite toy near your face and pause to give your child a chance to make a sound, gesture, or word before handing it over.
Sound Play
Make animal and vehicle sounds together, such as “moo” or “vroom.”
Finish the Line
Sing a familiar rhyme and pause to invite your child to fill in the last word or sound.
Name Everything
Label items during bath time, meals, and walks using short, natural phrases.
Praise Every Try
Celebrate communication attempts, not just perfectly pronounced words.
Your First Steps With Us
1 Meet Our Team
We listen to your concerns and learn your child's story.
2 Assessment
We look at communication, play, attention, and social skills.
3 Goal Setting
We agree on clear, practical goals together.
4 Therapy Plan
We suggest a session schedule that fits your child's needs.
5 Progress Updates
We share results and adjust the plan as your child grows.
Why Surat Families Choose Shining Stars
- Structured, motivating speaking therapy with behavioral expertise.
- Backed by CIDA India's child development approach.
- Data-guided, personalized therapy plans.
- Multidisciplinary team in one place.
- A bright, welcoming space for little ones.
We aim to support families in Adajan, Vesu, Varachha, Katargam, Pal, Athwa, and nearby areas of Surat.
Please Note
This page offers general information only. It is not a replacement for professional diagnosis or medical advice. Results vary from child to child, and no specific outcome can be promised. Please consult a qualified professional to decide on the right support for your child.
Give Your Child the Gift of Communication
Every word your child learns opens a new door. Let's open them together.
Call now to book a speech assessment, or visit the center in Surat to meet our team.
Contact UsView Our LocationsFrequently Asked Questions
Q. How does ABA help with speech delay?
ABA principles, such as motivation and positive reinforcement, can encourage children to communicate more often. We combine these with speech and language therapy techniques.
Q. My child doesn't talk at all. Can therapy still help?
Yes. Therapy can begin with sounds, gestures, signs, or pictures. Goals are tailored to the child, and communication can develop in different ways over time.
Q. Is speech delay a sign of autism?
Not always. Speech delays have many possible causes. A comprehensive assessment can help identify a child's needs and appropriate support.
Q. What does a speech therapy session look like?
Sessions are structured but playful. Your child works on communication goals using motivating toys, games, and activities.
Q. Will you teach me how to help at home?
Parent training is part of our approach, with practical ideas to support communication throughout daily routines.
Q. How do I start speech therapy in Surat?
Contact the center to ask about arranging an assessment or visit the center to speak with the team.