J. Scott Yaruss, PhD
Associate Professor, University of Pittsburgh
Director, Stuttering Center of Western Pennsylvania
Board Recognized Specialist in Fluency Disorders

“In Speak Freely, Mark Allen has created a truly valuable set of resources for speech-language pathologists who work with school-age children who stutter. Dr. Allen has synthesized his considerable knowledge and his wealth of clinical experience into a targeted set of strategies that encompass both speech modification and stuttering modification therapy tools. The clear explanations of the key principles underlying therapy will help clinicians and students alike as they seek to increase fluency, improve management of stuttering, and enhance overall communication.

The appeal of Speak Freely is apparent not only in the useful, accessible content, but also in the superb packaging and design. The production quality of the materials is impeccable: the illustrations are current, the DVDs are visually engaging, and the careful organization makes the entire program user-friendly and accessible for both novice and experienced clinicians. The Student Workbook is bound to attract students with its clever drawings and straightforward explanations of therapy techniques. And, the audio clips will help both clinicians and students feel confident that they are applying treatment strategies accurately and appropriately.

I am confident that Speak Freely will become a very welcome addition to the clinician’s toolbox of useful resources for helping school-age children who stutter overcome the burden of this challenging disorder.”

- J. Scott Yaruss, PhD

Speak Freely’s explicit, effective, and easy-to-use materials will enhance your work with students who stutter.

Click on the following link to print portions of the Therapist Handbook and Student Workbook, watch video clips from the Instructional DVD, and listen to tracks from the two Audio CDs.

For ordering and pricing information,
click on the link below:

Speak Freely: Essential Speech Skills for School-Age Children Who Stutter
Author: Mark Allen, PhD

Components:
• Therapist Handbook
• Instructional DVD
• Audio CDs 1 & 2
• Two Student Workbooks

These materials provide practical skills for working with school-age children who stutter. They are appropriate for students aged 7-18.

Speak Freely offers a user-friendly, well integrated progression of therapeutic procedures that will help children manage stuttering and increase speech fluency.