Sirisha Duvvuru, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a highly specialized speech-language pathologist with expertise in sensory feeding therapy and gestalt language processing. As the founder of Your Speech Matters PLLC, she is dedicated to helping children with pediatric feeding disorders (PFD), ARFID, and oral-motor challenges develop confidence and independence in eating. Her work also focuses on supporting Gestalt language learners, particularly autistic children, in transitioning from scripting and echolalia to spontaneous, meaningful communication. With a deep commitment to a whole-child approach, Dr. Duvvuru integrates her clinical knowledge with a strong focus on family education and empowerment, ensuring that parents and caregivers play an active role in their child’s progress. She also creates educational resources to support speech therapists and families navigating feeding and language therapy. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Duvvuru is passionate about the intersection of voice, speech pathology, and sensory processing. A trained singer, she brings a unique perspective to her research, exploring how vocal techniques can enhance speech therapy outcomes. Instagram: @your_speechmatters Facebook: Your Speech Matters Website: www.yourspeechmatterspllc.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sirisha-duvvuru-388406262
Nonverbal Autism and Communication Skills
Can a child who speaks in scripts or movie quotes move from phrases to meaningful conversation?Imagine your child runs to you, excitedly shouting, “To infinity and beyond!” You recognize the phrase from a popular movie, but you’re puzzled. Why are they saying it now? At other times, they echo entire scripts from favorite cartoons, yet
