Oral Placement Therapy

Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) is a specialized speech therapy approach designed to enhance speech clarity and articulation by incorporating auditory, visual, and tactile stimulation. Unlike traditional speech therapy, which primarily relies on listening and visual cues, OPT adds a tactile-proprioceptive component, making it particularly beneficial for individuals with motor and sensory impairments that affect speech production.

This method focuses on placement and movement deficits, using structured techniques to provide physical cues and muscle stimulation that guide the tongue, lips, and jaw into the correct positions for speech sounds. By combining hands-on sensory feedback with traditional speech exercises, OPT helps individuals develop better control over their oral movements, leading to improved articulation, clarity, and overall speech development.