Speech Therapy
I specialize in rehabilitating the following areas of communication challenges:
Specific language difficulty
In a specific language disorder, a child's non-linguistic skills are normally developed, but their language development and functioning are impaired. A specific language disorder can manifest as difficulty in language production, comprehension, or both, and its severity varies.
Speech difficulties
In speech-oriented difficulties, the child has difficulty expressing themselves verbally, or their speech may be slurred or unclear. Word inflection, sentence formation, and narrative speech may seem difficult. The disorder typically involves the child not being able to perceive the sounds of their own native language.
Reading difficulties
Dyslexia refers to a specific difficulty in reading and writing, which is based on difficulty perceiving and processing information contained in sounds. Dyslexia can slow down the ability to remember new things and learning in general. A child or young person may consciously avoid reading due to slowness or difficulty understanding, which can lead to a decrease in vocabulary and general knowledge.
Pronunciation difficulties
Phonological errors refer to the absence or abnormal production of individual sounds. Typically, phonological errors occur with the /r/ and /s/ sounds, but challenges can also occur with, for example, the /k/ and /l/ sounds.
Weak self-esteem as a communicator
Difficulties in expression and comprehension can hinder a child or young person's ability to create and maintain friendships and to process emotions. In this case, they need more support to develop their emotional life and build a good self-esteem.