In this episode of Clarksville Insider, host Josh Atkins talks with local speech-language pathologist Jenna Hillier of High Pointe Therapy about the critical role of early intervention in speech therapy for children. Jenna shares her journey from working in the school system to transitioning into private practice, and why she’s so passionate about helping kids reach their full communication potential. She breaks down important developmental speech and language milestones, signs parents should watch for, and how early support can make a lasting difference. Whether you're a parent in Clarksville, TN, or simply curious about childhood speech development, this episode offers practical insights, heartfelt stories, and expert advice from one of the area’s leading pediatric SLPs.
SPEECH RESOURCES:
https://www.tn.gov/disability-and-aging/disability-aging-programs/teis.html
https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dmch/ecdb/Pages/keis.aspx
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