Talk Yoga™ is an innovative approach to speech and language therapy that incorporates the
​movement and practices of yoga.

Our Mission
Talk Yoga™ was founded with the heart-felt belief that speech and language learning should be addressed in a ​kinesthetic, multidisciplinary, holistic context that is playful and fun. 

​Our Intention
Our intention is to combine evidence-based speech and language principles with the science of the benefits of the ancient practice of yoga poses, breathing, and mindfulness strategies and help children learn to express themselves in an inclusive, client-centered environment. They are free to explore, to express, play, learn™!

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What does a Talk Yoga™ Session Look Like?

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Individual Talk Yoga™ Sessions

• conducted by a trained and certified Talk Yoga™ therapist​ (speech-language therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists)
• utilize principles of yoga such as breathing, poses, and mindfulness
• encourage movement of the client, therapist, and care givers
• establish, boost, or enrich articulation needs using Talk Yoga™ Articulation Poses
• establish, boost, or enrich expressive and receptive language needs using Talk Yoga™  movement
• establish, boost, or enrich additional areas of need such as pragmatic language, fluency, and phonemic awareness
• utilize movement for clients of all ages
• provide opportunities to express, play, and learn

Talk Yoga ™ Classes

• conducted by a trained and certified Talk Yoga™ instructor​ (speech-language therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, yoga teachers, and classroom teachers)
• utilize principles of yoga such as breathing, poses, and mindfulness
• encourage movement of the students and teachers
• enrich development of speech sounds and language using Talk Yoga™ Articulation Poses, flows, tune-ins, and games
• provide opportunities to express, play, and learn

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Benefits and Research 

“Pairing physical movement with language learning appears to enhance recall abilities and stimulate novel, appropriate language.”  Molly Lannon Kenny, SLP and creator of Integrative Movement Therapy

There is much research supporting the benefits of pairing movement with learning, as well as incorporating mindful practices into one's daily routine such as yoga and breathing.  Learn more about the research that support Talk Yoga™ techniques and the growing body of research in this area.

Benefits and Research