Speech Therapy
Unlock the Power of Words with Personalised Speech Therapy
Unlock the Power of Words with Speech Therapy
Discover WQ Park’s comprehensive speech therapy services for children, adults, and families. With expert therapists at all our centres, we provide accessible, high-quality care tailored to each individual’s needs.
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Speech & Language Therapy
Worried about your child’s speech development?
You’re not alone, and we’re here to help! Meet our Speech Therapists, your personal guide for understanding and addressing common speech challenges. Through step-by-step guidance, learn when it’s time to seek professional support and how to make the most of therapy sessions. Feel more confident, ease your concerns, and give your child the communication tools they need for a brighter future.
Services We Offer
Our specialised services cater to both paediatric and adult clients, covering a comprehensive range of conditions and techniques to address specific speech and language needs.
- Paediatric: Speech, language, and feeding interventions
- Adult: Acquired communication disorders, motor speech disorders, and swallowing support
- Hanen Programmes: “More Than Words” and “It Takes Two To Talk” programmes for enhanced parent-child interaction
- Social Communication Therapy: SOSpeechy programme for children’s social and communicative skills
- Cognitive Neurosciences Support: For improved cognitive and language outcomes
Struggling to speak? – It could be a speech or language disorders can make it more difficult for a child to express their thoughts and feelings to others.Understanding the broad expanse of mental health problems and how they may occur at any age.
Causes may include:
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Language Delay/Disorder
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Social Communication Difficulties
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Speech Sounds Disorders
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Voice Disorders
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Fluency Disorders
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Feeding Difficulties
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Swallowing Disorders
Adult
Disorders resulting from neurological conditions, cognitive decline, motor speech challenges, and swallowing disorders
Other Potential Causes:
- Hearing loss: Difficulty hearing can affect language development and communication skills.
- Autism spectrum disorder: Individuals with autism may have challenges with social communication and language.
- Developmental disabilities: Conditions such as intellectual disability or cerebral palsy can impact speech, language, and swallowing.
- Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as cleft palate or cleft lip, can affect speech and swallowing.
- Medication side effects: Some medications can cause speech, language, or swallowing difficulties as a side effect.
It’s important to note that these are just a few examples, and the causes of speech, language, and swallowing disorders can be complex and vary from person to person. If you have concerns about your child’s or your communication or swallowing skills, I recommend consulting a speech-language pathologist for a comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis. Seeking professional guidance can provide valuable insights and tailored support.
Don’t wait any longer—schedule your appointment with us today and let our experienced speech therapists guide you!
PROGRAMME & HIGHLIGHT
If you’re unsure whether these program offers are a good fit, please don’t hesitate to ask our team for advice.
The Hanen Program : More Than Words
Our Hanen Program, designed for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or social communication challenges, helps families turn everyday interactions into communication-building moments.
What Parents Learn:
- Recognising how your child communicates now and identifying next steps
- Discovering how your child learns best and leveraging these preferences
- Understanding what motivates your child to communicate
Who’s Involved:
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Speech-Language Therapist: Hanen-certified professionals
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Parents & Child: Engaged in individual feedback sessions for personalised support
Goals:
- Enhancing focus in peer group settings
- Improving understanding of social cues and rules
- Encouraging positive communicative behaviours
Eligibility:
Age 4–12, verbal with two-word utterances, ready to engage in group learning
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ
Getting Started
Q: How do I begin speech therapy at WQ Park?
A: Schedule an initial assessment with our Speech-Language Pathologist. We’ll evaluate your needs and create a customized therapy plan to enhance your communication skills.
Conditions
Q: What speech and language disorders can be treated with speech therapy?
A: We treat articulation disorders, fluency disorders (stuttering, cluttering), resonance disorders, receptive language disorders, expressive language disorders, cognitive-communication disorders, aphasia, and dysarthria.
Diagnosis
Q: How is a speech disorder diagnosed at WQ Park?
A: Our diagnostic process includes an initial consultation, comprehensive assessments through interviews and standardized tests, and a review of your medical history to accurately identify your speech or language disorder.
Treatment
Q: What does speech therapy involve for children and adults?
A:
● Children: Interactive play, modeling correct sounds, home-based strategies,
and age-appropriate activities to stimulate language development.
● Adults: Assessment-based therapy, cognitive communication exercises, conversational tactics, breathing exercises, oral muscle strengthening, and swallowing function retraining when needed.
Q: How long does speech therapy take?
A: The duration depends on factors such as age, type and severity of the disorder, therapy frequency, and underlying medical conditions. Some disorders improve with age, while others may require long-term therapy.
Insurance and Payment
Q: What insurance plans does Speech Therapy accept?
A: We accept AIA Insurance, PERKESO, MEDKAD, Asia Assistance, PMCare, Health Connect, MiCare, ASP Medical Group, and Compumed. Please confirm with your provider.
Q: What if my insurance doesn’t cover the services?
A: We offer flexible payment options to ensure you receive the necessary care.
Contact us to explore available solutions.