How Movement Shapes Speech: New Research Co-Authored by Dr. Jennifer Moore
Dr. Jenn Moore - Co-owner Brave Wings Therapy
Big News from Brave Wings Therapy!
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news with our Brave Wings Therapy community. Our co-owner, Dr. Jennifer Moore, has co-authored a groundbreaking research article published in the international journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience!
🧠 Namasivayam, A.K., Li-Han, L.Y., Moore, J.G., Wong, W., & Van Lieshout, P.H.H.M. (2025).
The articulatory basis of phonological error patterns in childhood speech sound disorders.
Why This Study Matters
This research explores something we see every day in therapy: how a child’s ability to move their jaw, lips, and tongue can influence the speech-sound errors they make. It highlights how what we often call “phonological errors” (like cluster reduction, stopping, or final consonant deletion) can actually be rooted in how a child moves.
It’s powerful evidence that movement and motor control are key to understanding and improving speech.
Research that Reflects Our Mission
At Brave Wings Therapy, our work is built on looking deeper than just the sounds a child makes. We ask why those sounds are produced in a certain way, and that often leads us to the motor system.
This study supports exactly what our practice stands for:
Treating speech through a motor lens
Integrating speech, feeding, and myofunctional therapy to address the whole child.
Using advanced tools such as ultrasound visual biofeedback
Collaborating with trusted partners in airway, dental, and medical care
The findings add scientific validation to what we see in our clinic every day: when we strengthen a child’s motor foundation, clarity and stability in speech follow.
For Families and Professionals
For families, this research reinforces that therapy at Brave Wings is about more than practicing sounds. It’s about helping the entire oral-motor system grow stronger and more coordinated for lasting results.
For fellow professionals, it bridges a long-standing gap between phonology and motor speech, showing how understanding movement patterns can improve communication outcomes.
Our Commitment to Advancing the Field
As a clinic, we’re proud not only to provide therapy but to contribute to the science that informs it. We believe the best therapy happens when research and real-world practice come together.
We’re incredibly proud of Dr. Moore’s leadership in advancing the understanding of speech motor control and grateful to our entire Brave Wings team for embodying this mission in their work with children and families.
✨ Read & Explore:
🧠 Frontiers in Human Neuroscience Article
If your child struggles to be understood or seems frustrated while trying to talk, we can help.
Our expert team uses evidence-based, hands-on approaches that build the strength and coordination behind clear, confident speech.
📞 Contact us today to learn how we can support your child’s journey.
