Speech and Language Therapy
Speech and language therapy is a specialized clinical service designed to support children with communication and swallowing difficulties. This therapy aims to enhance language comprehension, articulation, and social interaction skills, enabling children to communicate effectively and improve their overall functional capabilities in daily life.

Areas of focus
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Speech Disorders
Treating articulation, fluency, and voice disorders for clear communication.
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Communication Disorders
Supporting language comprehension, expression, and cognitive-communication skills.
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Swallowing Disorders
Expert assessment and treatment for eating and swallowing difficulties.
Signs of Language Challenges
- Limited eye contact or social smiling
- Lack of response to sounds (hearing should be checked)
- No cooing or babbling
- Little to no babbling
- Rare use of gestures (like waving, pointing, or reaching)
- Limited response to name or spoken language
- Fewer than 10 meaningful words by 18 months
- Difficulty imitating sounds
- Inconsistent understanding of simple commands (e.g., “come here”)
- Vocabulary less than 50 words
- Not combining two words by 24 months (e.g., “more juice”)
- Words often unclear or not understood by familiar listener
- Difficulty forming simple sentences (e.g., “I want toy”)
- Limited interest in interacting or talking with peers
- Speech that is difficult to understand even by caregivers
- Problems with basic grammar (e.g., using plurals, pronouns)
- Difficulty asking and answering questions
- Poor play skills or limited pretend play
- Struggles with storytelling or sequencing events
- Poor early literacy skills: identifying sounds/letters or rhyming
- Still frequently misunderstood by unfamiliar listeners
Therapeutic Benefits
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Facilitating the expression of wants, needs, thoughts, and ideas.
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Providing access to alternative communication methods and supports.
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Assisting with mealtime routines and the development of chewing and swallowing skills.
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Addressing delays in speech, fluency, language, and literacy.
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Promoting inclusion and understanding in various communication contexts.
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Fostering meaningful social interactions and self-advocacy skills.

Therapy Approach
Session format
Individual/Small Groups
For young children | School-age children and adolescents
Family-centered approach, we provide training for parents to actively engage in their child’s therapy.
Common approach
- Interact through play and use books, pictures, and other objects as tools for intervention.
- Model correct sounds and syllables using age-appropriate techniques to guide the child in making specific sounds.
- Offer strategies for reinforcing skills in the home environment and assisting with homework, empowering both child and caregiver.
Our Specialists
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Veronica Chan
Senior Speech and Language Therapist
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Kelly Chan
Speech Therapist and Counsellor
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Smyra Wong
Speech and Language Therapist
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Gigi Tsang
Speech and Language Therapist
Therapy scenarios
Service Fee
Speech and Language Screening
HK$4,500
- Review of available documents and previous reports
- 1-hour parent interview (online or on the day of assessment)
- 1 hour of clinical assessment of speech and language abilities
- 30-minute parent feedback meeting (online/in person)
Speech and Language Therapy Session
Therapists | 45 mins | 60 mins | 90 mins |
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Speech and Language Therapist | HK$1,500 | HK$1,700 | HK$2,700 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does my child need to attend speech therapy?
The duration depends on factors like the child’s challenges, therapy frequency, parental involvement, and progress toward goals.
If speech therapy is recommended, does that mean my child has autism or another disorder?
No, speech therapy is recommended for various speech, language, and social challenges and does not automatically indicate a diagnosis of autism or another condition.