Paediatric Speech-Language Therapy Programme
At AKUH, we understand that communication is fundamental to a child's development and overall well-being. Our Speech-Language Therapy Programme provides comprehensive and compassionate care to children and adolescents facing communication and swallowing challenges. Our team of highly skilled speech-language pathologists (SLPs) uses evidence-based practices in a child-friendly environment to help children and adolescents reach their full potential.
Conditions We Treat
Our programme addresses a wide range of conditions, including:
- Speech and language delay
- Speech sound disorders (articulation and phonological disorders)
- Motor speech disorders
- Speech errors (misarticulations)
- Stuttering and other fluency disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
- Social communication difficulties
- Speech and communication challenges related to hearing loss
- Voice disorders
- Feeding and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of each child:
- Comprehensive evaluations: Thorough assessments to identify specific communication and swallowing difficulties and determine appropriate treatment goals.
- Individualised therapy: One-on-one therapy sessions focused on developing specific skills, such as articulation, language comprehension, expressive language, fluency, social communication, and feeding/swallowing.
- Group therapy: Opportunities for children to practice communication skills in a social setting with peers.
- Parent/caregiver training and education: Providing families with strategies and resources to support their child's communication development at home.
- Feeding and swallowing therapy: Specialised therapy to address difficulties with feeding and swallowing, including oral motor exercises, feeding strategies, and texture modifications.
Our Multidisciplinary Team
Our services are delivered by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, including:
- Speech-language pathologists (SLPs): Highly trained professionals specialising in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders.
- Child psychologists: Provide emotional support and address mental health concerns.
- Collaboration with other specialists: We collaborate with other specialists as needed, such as child and adolescent psychiatrists, paediatricians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and other specialists to provide holistic care.
To learn more about our highly trspained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor under the speciality of Speech and Occupational Therapy.
We are committed to providing the highest quality care in a supportive and nurturing environment. If you have concerns about your child's communication or swallowing development, please contact us to learn more about our services and how we can help.
