My clients' parents are directly involved in choosing target words to use in therapy. I enjoy discussing possible syllable shapes, consonants, and vowels that might work for their child based on our assessment. Then, with that knowledge, we look together at names, commands, protests, actions, and interests which are motivating to their child and would match the types of words we are targeting currently. I also involve parents in my sessions by explaining the "why" behind each activity, target word, and cue I am using. I believe this is important in both empowering the parent and helping the child's progress, as parents are able to report back on their observations and new words they hear at home. There is also value in connecting parents with community information and apraxia resources. I often learn about additional resources from parents and love sharing these with others!