Speech Therapist for Kids
Welcome to Kanad Hospital in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. Here, we provide top-notch speech therapy services for children as part of our many health care offerings. Our skilled speech therapists use proven methods that are fun and engaging for kids. They create personalized plans to help each child improve their speech and language skills. Our goal is to help your child communicate clearly and confidently.
Speech and language difficulties in children are not uncommon. Every child develops at their own rate but there are guidelines to help determine whether your child may need additional help with their communication skills. Scientific research tells us that early intervention is crucial and most effective – the earlier an issue is identified and treated the greater the chance your child has to reach their full potential.
We look forward to giving you and your child the skills and strategies to overcome speech, language, and communication challenges. We offer speech and language screening, assessment, consultation, individualized intervention, and parent training. Our therapy is play-based and family-centered with parental involvement and home programming as integral parts of every therapy plan.
What does a speech therapist do?
Our speech therapist specializes in the assessment and treatment of pediatric communication disorders, including:
- Speech and sound disorders (articulation and clarity)
- Language disorders comprehension (understanding language)
- Expression (using language)
- Fluency disorders (stuttering and stammering)
- Social communication disorders (pragmatics)
In addition, she has experience in supporting the complex communication needs of developmental disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders and Down Syndrome.
How do you know if your child needs speech therapy?
Are you concerned about your child’s communication skills but not sure if they need speech therapy? If you answer yes to one or more of the following statements, your child may benefit from speech and language therapy:
- I am concerned about the way my child communicates.
- My child is embarrassed or frustrated about the way he/she speaks.
- My child does not speak as well as same-aged peers.
- Most people have trouble understanding my child.
- My child does not seem to understand when I talk to him/her.
- My child does not follow simple directions.
- My child is 1 year old or older and does not talk or has not said any words.
- My child is 2 years old and does not use words to communicate.
- My child is frustrated and cannot communicate his/her wants and needs.
Why Choose Kanad Hospital Speech Therapy Clinic
Kanad Hospital is among the top-rated hospitals for children in the UAE. We have the best speech therapists trained to evaluate and provide support and treatment to young patients diagnosed with speech and language disorders. Rest assured that your child’s health, safety, and comfort are always considered whenever we create a treatment plan.
If you need to consult an experienced speech therapist, book an appointment with our clinic.
Working Hours
Monday-Friday
To schedule an appointment or follow-up visit, call +971 3 713 1111 or send a WhatsApp message to +971559911139.