Speech And Language Therapy
Speech And Language Therapy
Welcome to the Speech and Language Department At The Speech Clinic, Dubai
At The Speech Clinic Dubai, we are committed to empowering children through communication, providing expert care in speech, language, and communication development. Our team of certified speech-language pathologists is skilled in assessing and treating a wide range of speech and language disorders, using the latest evidence-based techniques.At our clinic, we are dedicated to enhancing communication skills and fostering language development in children of all ages.
We specialize in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for children with complex communication needs, offering personalized AAC solutions to help them express themselves effectively. From our own innovative AAC apps like Speech Sync to advanced tools for language processing, we integrate the latest innovations into our practice to ensure that every child receives the most effective and personalized care.
Our goal is to foster a supportive and inclusive environment, enabling children to communicate confidently, interact meaningfully, and reach their full potential in all aspects of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
?What is speech and language therapy, and who can benefit from it?
Speech and language therapy is a specialized treatment that helps children develop communication skills, including speaking, listening, understanding, and social communication. At The Speech Clinic Dubai, our certified speech-language pathologists work with children who have:
- • Speech sound disorders (articulation difficulties)
- • Language delays or disorders
- • Fluency disorders (stuttering)
- • Voice disorders
- • Social communication challenges
- • Swallowing and feeding difficulties
- • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) needs
Our therapy uses evidence-based approaches like PROMPT, Kaufman Protocol, and our own innovative AAC solutions including Speech Sync app.
?What makes The Speech Clinic Dubai's speech therapy approach unique?
Our speech therapy approach is unique because we:
- • Use cutting-edge technology including our own Speech Sync app
- • Offer comprehensive AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) solutions
- • Integrate multiple evidence-based approaches (PROMPT, Kaufman, DIR Floor Time)
- • Provide both individual and group therapy options
- • Have a multidisciplinary team working together
- • Focus on family-centered care and parent education
- • Offer services in multiple languages
Our founder, Ms. Sana Shareef, has developed innovative approaches including Neuro Integrative Therapy for complex cases.
?What kinds of speech and language difficulties do you treat?
We work with children who experience:
- • Delayed speech or first words
- • Difficulty pronouncing sounds (articulation)
- • Language delays (understanding & expression)
- • Fluency issues (stuttering)
- • Social communication challenges
- • Need for alternative-communication systems (AAC) due to physical or cognitive differences
- • Myofunctional issues (tongue-tie, orofacial) and more
?How often will speech and language therapy happen and how quickly will we notice improvement?
Therapy frequency depends on your child's specific needs and goals. Some children attend once or twice a week; others may start with more frequent sessions.
You may see early improvements in certain areas within a few weeks; more complex challenges may take longer, and we'll monitor progress regularly.
?How does your clinic support children in the Dubai & UAE context for speech therapy?
We are based in Dubai Healthcare City and familiar with UAE schools, culture and family life. We tailor our therapy to your child's everyday environment — home, school and the local community — to ensure relevance and practical progress.
?How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?
Signs that your child might benefit from speech therapy include:
- • Age 2-3: Limited vocabulary, difficulty following simple instructions
- • Age 3-4: Unclear speech, difficulty with sentence structure
- • Age 4-5: Speech that's hard to understand, trouble with social communication
- • Any age: Stuttering, voice problems, feeding/swallowing issues
At The Speech Clinic Dubai, we offer comprehensive assessments to determine if therapy is needed and create personalized treatment plans.
?Which age groups do you work with for speech and language therapy?
We specialize in children from early years through to 16 years of age only. Our programs are designed specifically for this age range within the Dubai & UAE context.
?What happens at my child's first speech and language therapy session?
At the first appointment our speech-language pathologist will:
- • Review your child's developmental, medical and communication history
- • Observe how your child speaks, understands, interacts and uses language
- • Assess specific skills (speech sounds, language, social use, AAC where required)
- • Set clear goals together with you
- • Design a personalised therapy plan, including home- and school-based strategies
?Will the speech and language therapy be fun for my child?
Yes — our sessions are engaging, child-friendly and interactive, using games, apps, communication tools and meaningful activities geared to your child's interests and stage. Our environment in Dubai is geared to making therapy motivating and accessible.
?Are parents and teachers involved in the speech and language therapy process?
Absolutely. We believe strong outcomes happen when parents, teachers and therapists collaborate. We involve you (and your child's teacher, where relevant) in goal-setting, progress reviews, and provide tools and strategies for home and classroom use.