Bright Voices

Speech and Feeding Therapy

Welcome to Bright Voices Speech and Feeding Therapy.

I’m Judy Morris, a pediatric speech, language, and feeding therapist and Certified Lactation Consultant. I am passionate about supporting children and families through every stage of development — from infancy through the school years.

There is nothing more meaningful than seeing a baby feed comfortably, a toddler explore new skills with confidence, or a school-aged child light up after finally expressing themselves clearly. Communication and feeding are deeply connected to connection, independence, and everyday life.

My approach is compassionate, family-centered, and practical. Parents deserve to feel heard, supported, and equipped with tools they can use beyond our sessions. Every child is unique, and care is thoughtfully tailored to each child’s strengths, needs, and goals.

Whether you are seeking support for a late talker, a cautious eater, or more complex feeding and communication needs, Bright Voices is here to help.

Meet Judy

Evaluations

    • Expressive Language

    • Receptive Language

    • Speech Sound Production/Articulation

    • Phonological Disorders

    • Motor Speech Skills

    • Fluency

    • Social Communication/Pragmatic Language

    • Vocabulary Development

    • Sentence Structure and Grammar

    • Narrative and Storytelling Skills

    • Voice Quality

    • Early Communication Skills

    • Augmentative and Alternative Communication

    • Readiness for Solids

    • Transition to Purees and Table Foods

    • Oral Motor Skills

    • Safe Swallowing Skills

    • Gagging, Coughing, or Choking Concerns

    • Food Refusal or Mealtime Stress

    • Limited Food Variety/Cautious eaters

    • Texture Sensitivities

    • Difficulty Advancing Textures

    • Self-Feeding Skills

    • Mealtime Routines and Environment

    • Latch and Positioning

    • Milk Transfer and Feeding Efficiency

    • Oral Motor Skills

    • Suck–Swallow–Breathe Coordination

    • Signs of Tethered Oral Tissues

    • Feeding Endurance and Fatigue

    • Gassiness, Reflux, or Discomfort During Feeds

    • Weight Gain and Intake Concerns

    • Bottle Selection and Nipple Flow

    • Paced Bottle Feeding Techniques

    • Transition Between Breast and Bottle

    • Maternal Comfort and Nipple Pain

Therapy

  • After completing a comprehensive speech and language evaluation, therapy is individualized to target your child’s unique strengths and goals. Sessions are engaging, evidence-based, and designed to support meaningful, functional progress.

    Therapy may address:

    • Expressive Language

    • Receptive Language

    • Pragmatic / Social Language

    • Speech Sound Production / Articulation

    • Phonological Disorders

    • Motor Speech Skills

    • Fluency (Stuttering)

    • Vocabulary and Grammar Development

    • Narrative and Storytelling Skills

    • Early Communication Skills

    Therapy is collaborative and family-centered, with practical strategies provided to support carryover into everyday routines and continued growth beyond our sessions.

  • After a comprehensive feeding evaluation, therapy is individualized to support your child’s oral motor skills, swallowing safety, and overall confidence with eating. Sessions are evidence-based and thoughtfully paced to ensure progress feels safe, supportive, and achievable.

    Feeding therapy may address:

    • Oral Motor Delays 

    • Difficulty Transitioning to Solids or Advancing Textures

    • Gagging, Coughing, or Signs of Swallowing Concern

    • Limited Intake or Dependence on Modified Textures

    • Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD)

    • Selective Eating Impacting Nutrition or Growth

    • Sensory-Based Feeding Challenges

    Therapy includes caregiver coaching and practical strategies to support safe feeding at home. When appropriate, collaboration with your pediatrician or other providers ensures comprehensive care.

    The goal is to improve feeding safety and skill development while helping your child build a positive, confident relationship with food.

  • After a comprehensive breast or bottle feeding evaluation, therapy is individualized to support both infant feeding skills and caregiver comfort and confidence. With expertise in pediatric feeding and lactation support, services are evidence-based, compassionate, and tailored to each family’s needs.

    Breast and bottle feeding therapy may address:

    • Shallow or Painful Latch

    • Inefficient Milk Transfer

    • Suck–Swallow–Breathe Coordination

    • Oral Motor Weakness or Incoordination

    • Feeding Fatigue or Prolonged Feeds

    • Gassiness, Reflux, or Signs of Discomfort During Feeds

    • Bottle Refusal or Difficulty Transitioning Between Breast and Bottle

    • Nipple Flow Rate and Bottle Selection

    • Concerns Related to Tethered Oral Tissues (e.g., tongue or lip tie)

    Sessions include hands-on guidance, positioning support, oral motor interventions when indicated, and caregiver education to promote safe, efficient, and comfortable feeding.

    The goal is to help feeding feel calmer, more effective, and more connected — supporting both infant development and parent confidence.

Bright Voices Speech and Feeding Therapy supports children across the full spectrum of communication and feeding needs — from common developmental concerns to medically complex conditions.

Services are available for:

Everyday Concerns

  • Late Talkers

  • Speech Sound / Articulation Delays

  • Language Delays

  • Social Communication Challenges

  • Selective or Cautious Eating

  • Difficulty Transitioning to Solids

Medically Complex & High-Acuity Needs

  • Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD)

  • Premature or Medically Fragile Infants, Toddlers, and Children

  • Neurological or Genetic Diagnoses

  • Complex Airway and Swallowing Needs

  • Tracheostomy and/or Ventilator Dependence

  • Children Requiring Modified Diets or Ongoing Swallowing Support

  • Deaf and Hard of Hearing

  • Augmentative Alternative Communication

Each child receives individualized, thoughtful care tailored to their developmental profile and medical history. Whether a family is seeking early support for a late talker or specialized care for complex medical needs, services are grounded in clinical expertise, safety, and compassionate guidance.

Who Bright Voices Supports

FAQs

What services do you offer?

Bright Voices Speech and Feeding Therapy provides speech, language, and feeding evaluations and therapy for children from infancy through the school years. Services also include breast and bottle feeding support from a Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) and therapy through the Illinois Early Intervention Program for eligible families. Care is available through in-home visits in select Chicago neighborhoods as well as clinic-based services in Elmwood Park, Illinois

How do I get started?

Getting started is simple. Contact Bright Voices by phone, email, or through the website to schedule a brief consultation call. During this conversation, we will discuss your concerns, review your child’s history, and determine whether a comprehensive evaluation is recommended.

If your child qualifies for services following the evaluation, next steps for therapy will be discussed, including individualized recommendations and scheduling options.

What insurances are accepted?

Bright Voices Speech and Feeding Therapy is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plans. Services are also available through the Illinois Early Intervention Program for eligible families.

Private pay and out-of-pocket options are available as well. Please reach out to discuss coverage, benefits, and payment options.

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