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If you are a parent feeling confused, overwhelmed, or unsure about your child’s speech and language development, my 1:1 consultations and parent training programmes are designed to bring clear direction, confidence, and meaningful change—not guesswork. These sessions focus on helping parents understand what their child truly needs, what to prioritise, and how to support communication every day at home. For many families, this guidance becomes a turning point, reshaping how they interact, respond, and support their child’s communication journey Hi, I’m Shabana. I am a Speech and Language Therapist with over 24 years of clinical experience, supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs, while empowering parents to confidently support their child’s development. My professional journey spans hospitals, clinics, and educational settings, and I currently work in a mainstream inclusive school as part of the multidisciplinary assessment team. I independently develop Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) in close collaboration with parents and deliver individual, paired, and group therapy sessions, ensuring comprehensive and meaningful support for each child. My clinical approach is informed by specialised training in: Oral Placement Therapy (TalkTools®) Natural Language Acquisition (Gestalt Language Processing) following Marge Blanc’s framework DTTC (Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing) for Childhood Apraxia of Speech I work with children with autism, speech delay, echolalia, apraxia, and oral-stage feeding and drinking difficulties, using evidence-informed strategies tailored to each child and family. Alongside clinical practice, I am an international presenter and speaker, having delivered talks and presentations at international conferences, where I share practical, evidence-based insights into speech and language development and parent-guided intervention. I am known for my calm, patient, and structured approach, and my commitment has been recognised through long-service awards, marking 10 and 15 years of dedicated service in my current role. Beyond school practice, I run a home-based Speech and Language Therapy clinic, where I provide therapy and parent training programmes. Many of the parents I work with are trained to confidently use speech-language strategies at home, supporting consistent progress beyond therapy sessions.

Screen Time and Language Development: Harmful or Helpful?

In today’s tech-savvy world, parents and educators often wonder: Is screen time harming my child’s language development? While excessive screen use has long been associated with developmental delays, recent research suggests a more nuanced picture. It turns out that screen time isn’t inherently harmful — it’s how we use it that matters. Understanding the Debate […]

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15-Minute Daily Speech therapy Routine for home

Are you waiting for your child to start talking and wondering how to help at home? The good news is: you don’t need hours of therapy. Just 15 minutes a day with this simple, parent-led speech routine can spark big changes in your toddler’s communication. In this article, I’ll show you one powerful strategy you

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Empower Kids with Communication: Simple Steps to Teach “I Want…” Sentences Effectively

I want worksheet

🌈 Introduction: The Power of Simple Sentences-“I Want…” Every child has the right to communicate their needs, feelings, and ideas. For many neurodiverse children—especially those with language delays or autism—this journey begins with a powerful and simple phrase: -“I Want…”“I want…” Learning to say this can open a world of possibilities, independence, and joyful expression.

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Communication Journal: what happened in school?

how to teach kids sharing about what did they do in school today? By incorporating communication journals into daily routines, neurodivergent children gain a powerful tool. This can bridge the gap between their thoughts and verbal expression. With consistent practice and support, these children can develop essential communication skills that enrich their interactions and relationship

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Child led Speech Therapy and guided play

As a speech-language therapist, I frequently incorporate child-led speech therapy sessions into my therapy practice. This strategy involves creating engaging, play-based environments where children feel free to explore while I subtly guide the interaction toward planned language development goals. By modeling language and introducing new words or phrases during play, I help children naturally acquire

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Supporting Gestalt Langauge Processors – NLA stage 1

child playing hide and seek with mother. he has closed eyes and mother is also hiding

Unlocking Communication of gestalt language processors : Through NLA Stage 1 Navigating Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) Stage 1 is a thrilling part of the language journey for gestalt language processors (GLPs). If your child communicates through echolalia or repeated phrases, this stage marks the foundation of their natural language development. Let’s dive into how you

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Best Books for Supporting Language Development in Children

Books are powerful tools for nurturing children’s language development, and they don’t require a power cord! With the right stories, parents and therapists can help kids build foundational skills like vocabulary, comprehension, phonemic awareness, and more—all while having fun. Below, we’ve compiled a list of highly recommended books for language development, organized by category. Each

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5 Reasons to Use Books for Speech and Language Development

Books are invaluable tools for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and educators alike. In her article There’s a Book for That! Published in The ASHA Leader, Shari Robertson, PhD, CCC-SLP, outlines five compelling reasons why books are powerful resources for supporting speech and language development. Here’s a closer look at these reasons and how they can be

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Worksheets for Speech Therapy- Teach Adjectives in sentences

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Enhancing Language Development Through Tailored Worksheets for Speech Therapy Language development is essential for children’s communication and academic success. Speech and language therapists often look for effective, engaging tools to support children in their journey. In this article, we introduce a series of self-created worksheets designed to aid language and grammar development through targeted exercises,

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