Misarticulation Correction

Clear Speech Starts with Correct Sound Production

Misarticulation occurs when a person consistently produces speech sounds incorrectly, making it hard to understand their speech. It’s common in children during early development, but if not corrected in time, it can persist into later childhood or adulthood, affecting communication, academics, and self-confidence. At Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic, we provide targeted Misarticulation Correction Therapy to help individuals speak clearly, accurately, and confidently.

Whether it’s difficulty pronouncing “r,” “s,” “l,” or other sounds, our expert speech-language pathologists guide patients through structured, evidence-based therapy to improve articulation and overall speech intelligibility.

Signs Your Child May Need Misarticulation Therapy

You or your child may benefit from articulation therapy if you notice:

• Substitution of sounds (e.g., saying “wabbit” instead of “rabbit”)

• Omitting sounds (e.g., “poon” instead of “spoon”)

• Distorted sounds (e.g., slushy or unclear “s” or “sh”)

• Difficulty being understood by peers or teachers

• Frustration while speaking or being misunderstood frequently

• Delayed speech clarity compared to age norms

Early intervention improves long-term communication skills and reduces the emotional impact of unclear speech.

Common Types of Misarticulations We Treat

Our therapists are trained to correct a range of sound errors, including:

• Substitutions: Replacing one sound with another (e.g., “tat” for “cat”)

• Omissions: Leaving out sounds completely (e.g., “ca” for “cat”)

• Distortions: Producing a sound in a non-standard way (e.g., lisping)

• Additions: Adding extra sounds (e.g., “bulue” for “blue”)

We treat articulation issues related to typical speech development delays as well as those caused by cleft palate, hearing loss, neurological conditions, or motor speech disorders.

What Our Therapy Involves

Misarticulation correction starts with a thorough assessment to identify which sounds are affected and why. Our therapy then progresses through:

1. Auditory discrimination training – Helping the child hear the difference between correct and incorrect sounds

2. Sound production practice – Teaching correct placement and movement of articulators (lips, tongue, jaw)

3. Drill-based repetition – Reinforcing accurate sound production through structured exercises

4. Word and sentence-level practice – Gradual transition from isolated sounds to fluent conversation

5. Generalization and carryover – Ensuring correct sound usage in real-life settings (school, home, play)

6. Parental guidance and home exercises – Supporting progress between sessions

Therapy is personalized, interactive, and adjusted as the child progresses through different stages of sound mastery.

Why Choose Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic?

Certified Speech Experts: RCI-approved speech-language pathologists with specialization in pediatric articulation
Child-Friendly Therapy: Play-based techniques that keep children engaged and motivated
Proven Methods: Structured and result-driven approach to correcting speech sounds
Regular Progress Monitoring: Visual aids and audio recording to track and celebrate improvement
Family Involvement: Parents are guided on how to reinforce clear speech at home

Help Your Child Speak Clearly and Be Understood

Every child deserves to be heard—and understood. With expert misarticulation correction at Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic, we help unlock confident, clear communication, one sound at a time.