These strategies are used when an individual wants to control/minimize their stuttering. This can help reduce negative self-talk which may increase anxieties surrounding their stuttering.įluency Shaping. The goal of CBT is to shift negative thoughts and/or beliefs about their stutter to a healthier place by examining beliefs, evidence and reflection with clinician guidance.The plan may involve using a controlled fluency technique (see fluency shaping below), using relaxation techniques, or teaching “easier ways” to stutter to reduce tension (see fluency modification below). Help reduce anxieties and fears related to stuttering by making a plan for stressful situations.

Allow them to reflect on their emotions including experiences of teasing, embarrassment, and/or shame. Encourage them to develop self-awareness/monitoring through the use of a speech journal. Discuss environments where they notice their stuttering increasing or decreasing.

Talk with your student about how they view and perceive their own stuttering.

This involves both restructuring negative thought patterns as well as desensitizing the stuttering itself. It’s no wonder many clinicians find this intimidating! To simplify what that means, here’s the basic breakdown of each:Ĭognitive Behavioral Therapy. Current evidence suggests the best methods for addressing stuttering is by using a combined approach including cognitive behavioral therapy, fluency shaping, and fluency modification techniques. Many speech-language pathologists have never taken a specific course in stuttering and lack confidence in their treatment skills in this area.

Stuttering can be a challenging disorder for many therapists to treat.

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