Communication Skills Development
We provide highly individualized consultation services designed to help individuals who are hardest to understand achieve their communication goals—whether expressing immediate needs, processing complex emotions, or building coping strategies. Our services combine consultations, tailored therapy sessions, comprehensive assessments, and practical resources to support each person’s unique communication needs. We have extensive experience with extreme cases and work with individuals who have stumped other professionals or been told they can’t understand or will never speak.
Through our individualized approach, individuals experience reduced frustration, improved emotional regulation, and greater participation in daily life. Families and support teams gain targeted strategies, tools, and resources to interpret behaviors, foster understanding, and create environments where communication thrives. These services build relationships, open new possibilities, and allow individuals to live the highest quality life possible.
For more information on how increasing and improving communication skills can help, email kate@empvoices.com or click here to submit an inquiry.
“For me, the most important thing is making sure every individual has a way to be heard—whether that’s through words, gestures, sounds, or behaviors—and helping others understand what those messages mean. Communication is more than talking; it’s about being recognized, respected, and understood. When someone can share what they want, need, or feel, it changes how they experience their day and how others connect with them.”
Kate
FAQs
Who do you work with?
We work with individuals of all abilities who are hardest to understand, including those with limited communication, complex behaviors, or unique ways of expressing themselves. This includes children, adults, and anyone who has been told they can’t communicate or understand.
Why is communication important?
Communication is a basic human need—it allows individuals to express their thoughts, feelings, and needs. Effective communication reduces frustration, helps manage emotions, and builds stronger, more meaningful relationships. It also opens up opportunities for learning, social connection, independence, and a higher quality of life, giving individuals the ability to participate more fully in daily activities and engage with the world around them.
What do services include?
Our consultations are highly individualized and may include assessments, one-on-one sessions, therapy, and practical strategies. We provide guidance, resources, and training for families, caregivers, and support teams to help the individual communicate more effectively.
How are caregivers involved?
Caregivers are trained through hands-on guidance, modeling, and practical strategies tailored to the individual’s needs. We teach them how to interpret behaviors, respond consistently, and create environments that support clear and meaningful communication.
What can I expect?
Outcomes often include clearer communication, reduced frustration, improved emotional regulation, and stronger relationships. Individuals gain confidence and independence, while families, caregivers, and support teams develop practical strategies to understand behaviors, respond effectively, and create supportive environments.
What is the next step?
The next step is to schedule a consultation. We’ll assess the individual’s unique communication needs, discuss goals, and create a personalized plan with strategies, therapy, and training for everyone in their support network. Prices vary depending on the recommended services and choices, and we’re committed to helping design a plan that fits your budget.