Auditory Verbal Therapy

Although each procedure varies subtly, there are some basic guidelines to Auditory Verbal Therapy, and they are followed by all Auditory Verbal Therapist.

• Auditory Verbal Therapy (AVT) is a therapeutic approach that is used to improve the listening and spoken language abilities of individuals who have hearing loss. AVT is a family-centered therapy that focuses on helping individuals with hearing loss to learn to listen and speak naturally, without relying on sign language or other visual communication methods.
• The therapy is based on the belief that the brain has the ability to learn to listen and process speech sounds if it is provided with appropriate stimulation and training. The goal of AVT is to provide the child with consistent auditory stimulation so that they can learn to process speech sounds and develop language skills. The therapy is highly individualized and designed to meet the specific needs of each child.
• AVT typically involves a team approach, including an audiologist, a speech-language pathologist, and the child's family. The therapy involves intensive sessions, often conducted on a one-on-one basis, and is designed to help the child learn to use their hearing effectively and develop spoken language skills.
• The therapy includes various techniques such as auditory games, storytelling, and sound identification activities that help the child learn to listen and process sounds. The therapy also includes parent coaching to help the parents learn how to use AVT techniques at home and integrate them into their daily routines.
• AVT is a highly effective therapy that has been shown to help children with hearing loss achieve listening and spoken language abilities that are on par with their peers without hearing loss. It is important to note that the success of AVT depends on the severity of the hearing loss, the age of the child, and the extent to which the therapy is integrated into the child's daily routine.