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Many children struggle to express their needs, leading to frustration and meltdowns. Makaton signing offers a powerful, evidence-based bridge to help them communicate while developing speech. Here’s how it works and how you can start using it at home.

A growing number of undiagnosed neurodivergent young people excel academically yet struggle deeply with real-life demands. At Total Communication, we support them by building dynamic thinking, emotional regulation, and communication readiness, not to change who they are, but to help them participate fully in life with confidence and dignity.

Many speech challenges aren’t really “speech problems.” They’re regulation problems, emotional-safety problems, and connection problems. At Total Communication, we work beneath the surface, helping children find their voice by first helping their nervous system feel safe. Our approach blends speech, play, emotional regulation, and dynamic thinking to support the whole child, not just their words.

Speech therapy helps children improve how they communicate from pronunciation to social skills. At Total Communication in Singapore, our play-based, family-focused approach ensures children gain confidence, learn effectively, and connect better in everyday life.

Not sure about speech therapy? Let's bust some myths and share the real facts that can make a big difference in your child's future.