What Makes Us Different
- PCC is the ONLY practice in Connecticut that has TWO speech-language pathologists on staff that have been recognized and trained by Apraxia Kids.
- PCC is the ONLY practice in Connecticut that has ONE speech-language pathologist invited, trained, and accepted to participate as a clinical partner in a nationwide research study.
- PCC has had THREE speech-language pathologist apply, be accepted and attend the Advanced Apraxia Training hosted by the Once Upon a Time Foundation.
- PCC has presented at the Apraxia Kids National Conferences FOUR times.
What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech?
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder. This means that children experience difficulty with movement of the oral structures, like the lips, tongue, jaw and soft palate, necessary for speaking. Speech is a complex motor task. Did you know that it takes 70 muscles and 8 body parts to speak a one syllable word? Many children with CAS know what they would like to say but have difficulty coordinating movements of the mouth to do so. Therapy for CAS should always focus on the motor movements of speech, not just on saying specific sounds. Treatment for CAS is different from other speech sound disorders and finding a speech-language pathologist with knowledge in motor speech is imperative for success. For more information on CAS, we recommend you visit: apraxia-kids.org and www.childapraxiatreatment.org.
Why choose us?
Did you know that most speech-language pathologists are generalists and may not specialize in a specific area of the field? At Pediatric Communication Center, we have three speech-language pathologists who have spent countless hours in evidence-based continuing education courses to improve their knowledge and skills when working with children who have apraxia. We are dedicated to stay on-top of current research as well as to refine our skills so that we can best help children with apraxia. Learn more about us below!
Why choose us?
Did you know that most speech-language pathologists are generalists and may not specialize in a specific area of the field? At Pediatric Communication Center, we have three speech-language pathologists who have spent countless hours in evidence-based continuing education courses to improve their knowledge and skills when working with children who have apraxia. We are dedicated to stay on-top of current research as well as to refine our skills so that we can best help children with apraxia. Learn more about us below!
Training/Specialization
Jennifer Sakowicz, M.S, CCC-SLP has received extensive training in motor speech disorders, specifically in Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS).. She has also received training in pediatric dysarthria. Jennifer has attended seven National Apraxia-Kids conferences and presented at four of those conferences. In July 2018, she attended the Apraxia-Kids Intensive Training Institute in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and is now "Recognized by Apraxia-Kids for Advanced Training and Clinical Expertise in Treating Childhood Apraxia of Speech." She is also PROMPT level I trained. In 2022, Jennifer participated in an advanced clinical training for select clinicians on administration of the DEMSS and DTTC and was selected to be a clinical partner in a nationwide research study. Jennifer is listed on the Apraxia Kids website as well as Child Apraxia Treatment website as having advanced knowledge and skills in the assessment and treatment of CAS.
Jennifer feels strongly about her connection to the apraxia community in Connecticut. In 2019, Jennifer served as the Greater Hartford Walk Coordinator for the Walk for Apraxia and continues to remain on the Connecticut Walk Committee. In addition, Pediatric Communication Center has been a sponsor for this event for 6 consecutive years. .
Nicole Williams, M.S., CCC-SLP has also received extensive training in motor speech disorders, specifically in CAS. She has attended two virtual Apraxia Kids National Conferences and one in-person National Conference. In 2023, Nicole attended an Advanced Workshop on CAS at NYU funded by Child Apraxia Treatment and is listed on this website as an SLP with advanced knowledge and skills in the assessment and treatment of CAS. Also in 2023, Nicole attended the Apraxia-Kids Intensive Training Institute in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania and is now "Recognized by Apraxia-Kids for Advanced Training and Clinical Expertise in Treating Childhood Apraxia of Speech." She presently serves as a volunteer on the Apraxia Kids Connecticut Walk Committee.
Jennifer feels strongly about her connection to the apraxia community in Connecticut. In 2019, Jennifer served as the Greater Hartford Walk Coordinator for the Walk for Apraxia and continues to remain on the Connecticut Walk Committee. In addition, Pediatric Communication Center has been a sponsor for this event for 6 consecutive years. .
Nicole Williams, M.S., CCC-SLP has also received extensive training in motor speech disorders, specifically in CAS. She has attended two virtual Apraxia Kids National Conferences and one in-person National Conference. In 2023, Nicole attended an Advanced Workshop on CAS at NYU funded by Child Apraxia Treatment and is listed on this website as an SLP with advanced knowledge and skills in the assessment and treatment of CAS. Also in 2023, Nicole attended the Apraxia-Kids Intensive Training Institute in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania and is now "Recognized by Apraxia-Kids for Advanced Training and Clinical Expertise in Treating Childhood Apraxia of Speech." She presently serves as a volunteer on the Apraxia Kids Connecticut Walk Committee.
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