Speech Therapy
Speech therapy is a specialized form of therapy that helps children with communication disorders to develop their speech, language, and communication skills. Our speech therapists work with children of all ages to address a variety of speech and language and feeding challenges. A Speech Therapist, also known as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), is a trained healthcare professional who specializes in assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, voice, and communication disorders, as well as feeding and swallowing difficulties
Key Qualifications of a Speech Therapist
Education:
A bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology or a related field.
A master’s degree in speech-language pathology.
Certification and Licensing:
Certification by a professional body (Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)) & Indian Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ISHA).
All speech language pathologist at Eden are registered with both ISHA and RCI, A valid license to practice in the country.
Specialized Training:
Expertise in handling specific conditions like stuttering, autism spectrum disorders, speech delay or feeding and swallowing issues.
Knowledge of assistive communication technologies and therapeutic interventions.
Most of our therapists are certified and trained in Oral Placement Therapy (OPT), PROMPT, GLP, Hanen and many other techniques
Special Focus Areas in a Paediatric Rehabilitation Setting
Working with children who have neurodevelopmental conditions like autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, or ADHD.
We practice and integrate modern speech techniques like OPT, PROMPT, AAC (e.g., PECS, AWAZ etc) along with conventional approaches.
Addressing speech issues due to medical conditions like cleft palate, hearing loss, or traumatic brain injuries.
Collaborating with other specialists (e.g., occupational therapists, psychologists) to provide a holistic developmental approach.
What we do?
Speech therapy in Eden CDC focuses on assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication disorders and speech-related issues in children. The primary goal is to help children overcome challenges related to speech, language, and communication, enabling them to express themselves effectively and participate fully in social, educational, and everyday activities.
Key Areas of Work in Speech Therapy
Speech Development and Articulation
Correcting problems related to speech sound errors (e.g., lisps, misarticulation).
Enhancing pronunciation and clarity of speech.
Supporting children with developmental speech delays.
Language Development
Assisting with understanding and using language (receptive and expressive language).
Expanding vocabulary and sentence structure.
Encouraging storytelling, conversation skills, and verbal expression.
Social Communication
Teaching pragmatic language skills such as understanding social cues, maintaining eye contact, and taking turns in conversations.
Supporting children with autism or social communication disorders.
Fluency (Stuttering)
Helping children manage and overcome stuttering or cluttering issues.
Teaching strategies for smoother speech.
Voice Therapy
Addressing issues like hoarseness, pitch problems, or vocal strain.
Supporting children with voice modulation and vocal hygiene.
Feeding and Swallowing (Dysphagia)
Managing oral-motor disorders that impact eating, chewing, or swallowing.
Strengthening oral muscles and improving feeding mechanics.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Introducing and training children to use communication aids such as picture boards, speech-generating devices, or sign language.
Helping children with severe communication challenges express themselves.
Phonological Awareness
Supporting pre-literacy skills such as rhyming, sound blending, and segmentation.
Working with children at risk for reading or writing difficulties.
Hearing and Listening Skills
Collaborating with audiologists to support children with hearing impairments.
Developing auditory processing and listening comprehension skills.
Parent and Caregiver Education
Training parents to support speech and language development at home.
Offering strategies for everyday interactions to enhance communication skills.
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