Speech Therapy
What do Speech-Language Pathologists do?
A speech & language therapist is a specialist that provides a comprehensive assessment and evidence-based intervention to ensure an effective progress of your child’s development in the following areas: communication, language, articulation and speech, fluency, feeding and swallowing, cognitive, social, auditory-verbal skills, numeracy and literacy.
Why might you consult with a Speech-Language Pathologist?
At Perfect Balance Rehabilitation Centre you and your child can visit our Speech-Language Pathologist either by being referred by your GP or Specialist, or alternatively you can self-refer, to address a specific delay/disability, need or condition, or advice to achieve a functional level of language and communication.
Speech-Language Pathology services and programs include (but are not limited to):
Conditions:
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Learning disabilities (dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, ADHD, etc.)
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Physical and cognitive disabilities (Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, rare neurological disorders, etc.)
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Epilepsy
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Hearing impairment
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Oral-motor disorders
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Childhood Apraxia of speech
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Articulation and phonological disorders
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Language delays/disorders
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Specific language impairment
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Stuttering
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Cognitive delays
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Any condition that may affect a child’s cognitive, social-communication, social, feeding development from 0-18 years old.
Programs & Techniques:
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Early intervention and stimulation for premature babies
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Natural environment interventions (nursery, school, mall etc.)
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Curriculum modifications/adaptations at the nursery/school
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Generating Individual Family Service Plan IFSP (0-3 years old) / Individual Educational Plan IEP (3-18 years old)
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Developmental screenings, awareness sessions, training sessions for caregivers
What treatment can you expect from our Speech-Language Pathologists?
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Our Speech & Language Therapists provide a family and child-centered intervention. They collaborate with caregivers (parents, teachers, nannies) and healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of a comprehensive service to children from birth to 18 years old.
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After the assessment, an individualized treatment plan is generated and discussed with parents to agree on long- and short-term goals. Families are encouraged to be involved in therapy to ensure the continuity of progress at home. Our Speech-Language Pathologists will provide education and training to parents during sessions, group therapy, and/or family workshops.
