Empowering Littles to Sign, Speak, & Succeed
Rise & Sign Therapies teaches parents research-based strategies to get their child communicating through sign language, music, and play!
Marissa Ramos, MA
Speech-Language Pathologist
Hey there! I’m Marissa Ramos, a passionate pediatric speech-language pathologist and the creator of Rise & Sign Therapies. Through my practice and on social media, I’ve helped thousands of families teach their little ones to talk and sign.My goal is to make language development accessible, fun, and engaging for families everywhere.
How can I help my child communicate?
Helping your child communicate starts with creating a language-rich environment where they feel encouraged to express themselves. At Rise & Sign Therapies, we provide practical tools and strategies to support your child’s language development, whether they’re learning to talk, sign, or both. Start by exploring our 100 Word List, designed to give you a clear roadmap of essential words to focus on during everyday interactions. Not sure where to begin? Take our Toddler Language Quiz to identify your child's current skills and receive personalized tips to help them thrive.
Download my
FREE 100 Word List
You can print out the list, stick it on your fridge, and even put little check marks by the words your toddler says or signs!Completely free!
Toddler Language Quiz!
Can your toddler answer these questions? Show them this video to find out!These are examples of questions we use in speech therapy to see how they communicate.
The Clear Communicators Course
(Coming Soon!)
This course is for parents and caregivers of a toddler (1-3 years old) who want easy, practical strategies to boost their child's communication skills!
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The Dash for Deaf Kids 2025
April 5, 2025
Join Marissa's team for The Dash for Deaf Kids 5K 2025!
About Us
At Rise & Sign Therapies, we’re on a mission to make language learning accessible, engaging, and inclusive for all families. Founded by Marissa Ramos, a passionate pediatric speech-language pathologist with years of experience helping families teach their children to talk and sign, Rise & Sign is dedicated to breaking down barriers to communication and creating stronger connections between parents and their little ones.Our flagship project, the Sign & Say app, (coming soon!) is a comprehensive resource for parents who want to help their child learn to communicate. It’s designed to empower families with practical strategies, interactive lessons, and engaging content to build essential communication skills through sign language and speech development.Our Mission
We believe that every child deserves a language-rich environment where they can thrive and grow. Our mission is to empower parents with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to support their child’s communication journey. Whether your child is learning to talk, sign, or both, we’re here to make that journey fun, educational, and successful.Our Goals
Empower Families: Provide parents and caregivers with evidence-based strategies to foster language development at home.Build Community: Create a supportive space where families can share their experiences and celebrate progress together.Inclusive Education: Make language learning accessible to all children in ASL and English.Engaging Content: Develop interactive, fun, and meaningful resources that make learning language exciting for both kids and parents.Ongoing Support: Offer continuous education and support through our app, virtual courses, and expert-led content.Why We Stand Out
The Sign & Say app features tailored content for language development, so every family has access to resources that meet their unique needs. With a combination of ASL lessons, speech and language strategies, and an educational video library, our app supports holistic communication development.We’re passionate about building a community of parents who feel confident and equipped to support their children’s language growth. Whether you’re looking to teach your child sign language, enhance their verbal communication, or simply learn more about creating a language-rich environment, Rise & Sign is here to support you every step of the way.Join us on this journey and discover how powerful communication can be!
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