Pediatric Speech and Language Therapy in Dubai
Online speech therapy available
English and Arabic
The Speech Clinic is a pediatric therapy center in Dubai Healthcare City, Building 47. Speech-language pathologists here see children from early childhood through 16 years. Families ask for help with late talking, unclear speech, understanding and using language, stuttering, childhood apraxia of speech, communication in autism, and augmentative and alternative communication. Appointments are held in the clinic. Online speech therapy is also available. Therapists work in English and Arabic.
The speech and language department is led by Angela Alappat, Head of Department and Senior Speech and Language Therapist. She holds a Master's in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology and has 7 years of experience. She works with Soumya Zachariah, Afshida CP, and Amrutha Shyamkumar, who are senior speech and language therapists at the same clinic. Family experiences are on the reviews page.
What is speech therapy in Dubai?
Speech therapy in Dubai is a healthcare service that helps children and young people improve communication, speech clarity, language understanding, social interaction, voice, fluency, and safe feeding. At The Speech Clinic in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), speech-language pathologists provide this support, including for speech delays, social communication, and AAC. See our parent guide on Speech Therapy for Autism.
Expert Speech Pathologists Near You in Dubai
Conveniently located in Building 47, Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), our clinic serves families across Dubai, specifically those searching for a speech therapist in Bur Dubai, Oud Metha, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, and Al Jaddaf. Our central location ensures that premium pediatric care is accessible to all local communities.
Specialized Pediatric Interventions
We utilize globally recognized protocols to ensure the best outcomes for children under 13:
| Therapy Type | Focus Area | Child Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Gestalt Language Processing | Echolalia & Scripting | Natural language development for neurodivergent kids. |
| PROMPT Therapy | Tactile-Kinetic Speech | Physical support for motor-speech disorders. |
| AAC & SpeechSync | Digital Communication | Using our proprietary app for non-verbal support. |
| Feeding Therapy | Sensory & Oral Motor | Support for picky eaters and swallowing challenges. |
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 SpeechSync AAC 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.
Families who visit us from across Dubai
The Speech Clinic has one location: Dubai Healthcare City, Building 47, Unit 301, 302, 303 & 304. Families visit this Dubai Healthcare City clinic from other parts of Dubai, including Bur Dubai, Oud Metha, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Jumeirah, and Al Jaddaf.
Those area names describe where families travel from. They are not separate clinic branches. View the clinic on Google Maps or contact the clinic.
Related reading
These pages go into specific communication concerns. They do not replace this service overview.
- •Language delay in children — understanding and using words, separate from speech sounds
- •Speech delay vs language delay
- •Pediatric speech assessment — what a visit may involve
- •AAC therapy for children
- •Fluency therapy for stuttering
- •Articulation therapy
- •PROMPT therapy
- •Speech-language therapists
- •Contact the clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions
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?What is speech therapy in Dubai and who is it for?
Speech therapy in Dubai is a healthcare service that helps children and young people improve communication, speech clarity, language understanding, social interaction, voice, fluency, and safe feeding. At The Speech Clinic Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City, our certified speech-language pathologists specialize in pediatric speech therapy for children from early childhood through 16 years.
Families across Dubai — including Bur Dubai, Oud Metha, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, and Al Jaddaf — visit us for speech delays, autism, stuttering, apraxia, AAC support, and feeding difficulties.
?How much does speech therapy cost?
The Speech Clinic does not publish speech therapy fees on this website. Each session typically lasts one hour. The first visit is an evaluation, and ongoing therapy is planned after that. Contact the clinic for current assessment and session fees.
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?What kinds of speech & language difficulties do you treat?
We support children with a wide range of speech and language needs, including:
- • Delayed speech development or late emergence of first words
- • Articulation difficulties (trouble pronouncing certain sounds clearly)
- • Expressive and receptive language delays
- • Fluency challenges, such as stuttering or interruptions in speech flow
- • Social communication difficulties, including challenges with conversation and interaction
- • Need for AAC due to physical, developmental, or cognitive challenges
- • Orofacial myofunctional concerns, such as tongue-tie or other oral-motor difficulties
- • Voice concerns such as hoarse voice or vocal fatigue
- • And other related speech, language, and communication needs
?How do I know if my child needs speech & language therapy?
Your child may benefit from an assessment if they show:
- • Few or unclear spoken words by the expected age
- • Difficulty being understood by family, friends, or teachers
- • Trouble following or understanding simple instructions
- • Frequent speech disruptions or stuttering
- • Challenges using language socially (sharing ideas, playing with peers, waiting)
- • Limited comprehension and expression of non-verbal communication such as gestures, facial expressions
- • Difficulty expressing desire, needs or wants
- • Expresses in melodic/cartoonic speech but not meaningfully or by using appropriate words
If you notice any of these signs, an evaluation can help determine what support your child needs.
?Can speech therapy help bilingual children?
Yes. Growing up with two or more languages is normal in Dubai. We assess both languages and help your child communicate confidently across home and school settings.
?I am a working parent and it's difficult for me to be physically present in therapies. How can I make sure I am well communicated about my child's sessions?
We ensure ongoing communication with all parents, including working parents. Therapists provide regular session summaries, progress updates, and home strategies via communication book, email, messaging, or scheduled phone/video calls. Parent coaching is a vital part of our process, so you remain informed and empowered to support your child's development, even if you're unable to attend sessions physically.
?Will the therapy be fun and engaging?
Absolutely. Our child-friendly environment is designed to motivate and engage your child effectively. Sessions are engaging, child-friendly and interactive, using games, apps, communication tools and meaningful activities geared to your child's interests and needs.
?Are parents and teachers involved in the therapy process?
Yes. We believe strong outcomes happen when parents, teachers, and therapists work together. We involve you (and your child's teacher when relevant) in goal setting, and progress reviews. We provide tailored home programmes, classroom recommendations/modification (when needed). These collaboration are intended to ensure that your child uses their new skills in daily life.
?My child is a gestalt speaker and regular therapies aren't working well. How would my kid's therapy look like?
For gestalt language processors, therapy is customized to move through distinct stages. Our gestalt trained therapists use approach that respects your child's communication style, helping them build flexible, meaningful language over time, using strategies tailored specifically for gestalt speakers.
?Should I practice these home strategies consistently, as he is already attending therapy?
Yes, definitely. While therapy sessions provide professional guidance for only a few hours each week, consistent practice at home plays a crucial role in the child's overall progress. The remaining time, parents or caregivers should continue to practice the suggested strategies without fail to ensure maintenance of the learned skills and proper generalization across different settings and situations. Regular reinforcement at home helps the child apply these skills naturally in daily routines, leading to more meaningful and lasting improvement. We provide tailored home plans with language modelling, play routines, visual supports, and communication strategies to reinforce therapy goals so that parents are left with ease.
?Can feeding therapy and speech therapy be combined in one session?
Yes. Feeding and speech both use the same oral muscles, so one session can work on chewing or cup drinking and on speech sounds together. We combine them when your child can stay with both goals. If attention or safety needs a single focus, we keep feeding and speech as separate visits.
?Do you provide online therapies during vacations?
Yes, online therapy sessions are available from the center, making it convenient for families traveling or those preferring home-based therapy options. These sessions are equally effective, combining evidence-based techniques, parental involvement, and interactive technology to ensure continuous speech and language support regardless of location.
?What is pediatric speech and language therapy and how can it help my child?
Pediatric speech and language therapy supports children who need help developing communication skills such as first words, pronunciation, fluency, voice, understanding language, expressing themselves, social communication, and overall interaction. It also helps children with more complex communication needs such as use of Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices.
At The Speech Clinic Dubai, we use evidence-based approaches, advanced assessment tools, and AAC systems (for children who require alternative ways to communicate) to help your child communicate more confidently and effectively.
?Which age groups do you work with?
We specialise in children from early childhood through 16 years of age. Our services are tailored specifically for this age range and for families living in the Dubai and UAE community.
?What happens at my child's first session?
During the initial evaluation, our speech-language pathologist will:
- • Review your child's developmental, medical, and communication history
- • Observe how your child speaks, understands language, plays, and interacts
- • Assess specific areas (oro-motor sensory skills, speech sounds, vocabulary, grammar, social communication, AAC needs)
- • Discuss goals with you in a collaborative approach
- • Design a personalised therapy plan including home and school based strategies
?How do I book a session? Where are you located?
You can contact us to schedule an appointment:
- • Phone: +971-50-885 7146
- • Email: info@thespeechclinic.ae
Location:
Dubai Healthcare City, Building 47
Units 301/302/303/304
Hours:
Monday – Saturday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
?Do you provide groups for children with higher language skills?
Indeed. We offer both individual therapy and group based therapy. Our buddy pair system, involves a small, closed-group setting with two children. This setting helps children expand and apply their learned skills in the presence of a peer, encouraging social communication in a minimally challenging and supportive environment.
We also provide Saturday group therapy sessions for children focussing on higher language skills. These sessions focus on generalizing learned skills in broader social contexts, promoting interaction, confidence, and effective communication with peers.
?How often will therapy happen and how quickly will we see progress?
Therapy frequency depends on your child's individual needs. Some attend once or twice weekly, while others may need more intensive support initially.
You might notice early changes—like improved clarity, new words, or better attention—within a few weeks. More complex socio-lingual pragmatic skills may take longer, and progress is reviewed regularly.
?How do you tailor therapy to the Dubai & UAE context?
Speech targets follow the languages your child actually uses. In many Dubai homes that is Arabic with family and English at school, or the reverse. We ask which words matter in class, with grandparents, and with helpers, then practise those in session instead of a generic word list.
?Will using AAC affect my child's communication?
There is no evidence to suggest that AAC causes delays in speech or communication development. In fact, the research and our clinical experience consistently indicate that AAC supports communication by reducing frustration and making interactions more successful. It helps the individuals build confidence in expressing themselves. As communication is no longer overwhelming, AAC fosters overall language growth and social participation.
?Can the parent observe the sessions?
Indeed. We follow an open-door policy that allows parents to observe sessions as needed. Additionally, monthly observation sessions are encouraged to keep parents informed and involved in their child's progress.
?How long is each session?
Each session typically lasts for one hour. The final 5–10 minutes of the session are dedicated to providing parent feedback, during which the therapist discusses the child's performance on the day, progress, and suggests home strategies for continued support.
?How do you ensure hygienic aspects of toys, tools and therapy areas after every session?
Hygiene and safety are strictly maintained at our center. All therapy tables, chairs, toys, and equipments are sanitized after each session using approved disinfectants to prevent the spread of germs and ensure a clean environment for every child.