Comprehensive Speech, Language, and Feeding Therapy for Children

At Pender Pediatric Therapy, we offer a full range of speech-language pathology services designed around your child's individual needs and your family's daily life. Our play-based, neuroaffirming approach ensures therapy feels natural and enjoyable while targeting the skills that matter most to you.

Our Services

  • Speech & Articulation

    Speech & Articulation

    Does your child have difficulty producing certain sounds or being understood by others? Our speech sound disorder therapy uses fun, engaging activities to help children develop clear speech sounds at their own pace.

    We help with:

    Speech sound disorders and articulation difficulties
    Speech clarity and intelligibility
    Childhood apraxia of speech
    Phonological disorders
    Oral motor skills for speech production

  • Language Development

    Language Development

    Building communication from the ground up

    Language is about so much more than words – it's about connecting, sharing ideas, and understanding the world around us.

    Receptive Language – Understanding what others say, following directions, comprehending stories
    Expressive Language – Sharing thoughts, needs, and ideas clearly and effectively
    Social Skills – Using language to connect with others, taking turns in conversation, understanding social cues

  • Feeding Therapy

    Feeding Therapy

    Making mealtimes enjoyable for the whole family

    Feeding challenges can create stress for the entire family. Our feeding therapy addresses the medical, functional, and safety aspects of eating while supporting your family's mealtime goals.

    We address:
    Oral motor skills for eating, drinking, and speech
    Managing foods and liquids
    Least restrictive diet protocols
    Adaptive equipment for intake and positioning
    Feeding team referrals
    G-tube and other medically complex feeding needs

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Clinic-Based
Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions in our welcoming clinic environments, tailored specifically to your child's needs and interests.

Service Locations:
Wilmington, Hampstead, Burgaw, Supply

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Community-Based Services

*Now accepting referrals in Wilmington!*

Therapy in real-world settings where your child will actually use their new skills:

Private schools

Community settings

Public school partnerships

Ready to Get Started?

Every child's communication journey is unique. Let's work together to help your child reach their full potential while honoring who they are today.

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