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Hi, I’m Shabana. I've had the privilege of being a Speech and Language Therapist for over two decades, dedicated to aiding parents of children with speech issues. With 23 years of experience, I have worked in hospitals, clinics, and schools, and I am currently employed at a mainstream inclusive school. My training includes: Oral Placement Therapy by Talk Tools NLA by Marge Blanc's course DTTC for Apraxia In my current role, I am an integral part of the assessment team, where I independently create Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in partnership with parents. My timetable is filled with individual, paired, and group therapy sessions, ensuring comprehensive support for each child. I pride myself on being a team player who is organized, passionate, enthusiastic, calm, patient, loving, and responsible. My dedication has been recognized with long service awards twice in my current position, marking ten and fifteen years of commitment. My responsibilities include: Providing assessment, diagnosis, and appropriate speech and language therapy interventions for children with speech, language, and communication needs, as well as oral stage eating and drinking difficulties in various educational settings. Offering advice and support to parents/carers, non-specialists, education staff, and other specialist professionals. Beyond my school role, I run a home clinic for Speech Language Therapy, where I continue my passion for helping more parents and children outside of school hours. I have parents who got trained in speech language therapy Techniques and helping their kids.

OPT-Oral Placement Therapy ? A Comprehensive Guide

Oral Placement Therapy is a specialized form of speech therapy that targets individuals with speech clarity difficulties through a unique combination of auditory, visual, and tactile stimulation to the mouth. OPT goes beyond traditional therapy methods by addressing placement and movement deficits, making it an essential tool for individuals with motor and sensory impairments. This

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Vocabulary Development: Sequences of events

As children with delayed speech and language, including those with autism and language disorders, begin to grasp their first 100-200 words, then combine them in two words and start forming sentences. They may still face challenges in effectively communicating their thoughts. The next step in their language journey is to build sentence structures and enhance

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Spatial Concepts Teaching to Children: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Spatial concepts, also known as spatial relationships, refer to understanding where objects or people are located in relation to one another. These include prepositions and words that describe position, direction, distance, and location, such as in, on, under, behind, next to, between, and in front of. Mastering spatial concepts is a critical step in a

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Supporting Children Who use Echolalia:at home and in the classroom

Echolalia—the repetition of phrases, words, or sounds—can be a fascinating and essential part of language development in children, especially those identified as Gestalt Language Processors. If your child echoes phrases from movies, books, or previous conversations, it’s vital to understand that echolalia isn’t just repetition—it’s a meaningful step in their language acquisition journey. As a

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Speech Therapy:Steps of Sentences Formulation

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In speech therapy, guiding children through the process of sentence formulation involves a structured approach. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the steps we use to help children transition from two-word phrases to complete sentences, using our comprehensive resources and playful methods. Step 1: Mastering Two-Word Phrases Objective: Ensure the child can reliably produce two-word phrases.

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Is my child a Gestalt Language Processor?

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Have you noticed some children repeating everything you say or echoing scripts (Gestalt Language) from their surroundings? This happens because children learn language in different ways. In this article, we’ll explore about echolalia and the two primary styles of language learning: Understanding which style a child uses can be helpful for parents and professionals. Knowing

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Storytelling ideas-The Lion and the Mouse”

Importance of stories

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjUrpLe4kKI&t=275s Introduction Storytelling is a powerful tool for language development in children. One classic tale that captivates young minds is “The Lion and the Mouse.” In this article, we’ll show you how to use this story to enhance your child’s vocabulary and comprehension skills. We’ll also share a demo video of storytelling with a child,

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Single words to meaningful language

As parents, we cherish every milestone our children achieved, from their first steps to their first words. Language development plays a pivotal role in their growth, enabling them to express themselves and navigate the world around them. In this article, we’ll explore effective strategies to help your child transition from single words to meaningful words

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