Conditions We Treat
Our comprehensive approach.
Every patient receives the same high standard of care through our 4-step treatment framework.
Whether you are recovering from a stroke, managing a neurodegenerative disease, or overcoming brain injury, our team of experienced speech-language therapists provide personalized therapy tailored to your unique needs.
We are committed to empowering you with the skills and strategies to enhance your quality of life and achieve your communication goals.
We follow individuals at each stage of their recovery process. We provide therapeutic services in various acute care hospitals in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, retirement villages in the area, our practice rooms (Bellville, Brackenfell and Sunningdale) and in the comfort of patients’ own homes.
Our aim is to help our patients work toward their specific goals, enhance their communication abilities, support them on their journey and help them function as independently as possible. This helps empower them to enjoy qualify of life.
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Comprehensive Assessment
Detailed evaluation of your speech, language, cognitive abilities, and swallowing function to understand your specific needs and challenges.
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Personalized Treatment Plan
Evidence-based therapy customized to your individual goals, whether that’s improving speech clarity, enhancing communication, or ensuring safe swallowing.
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Family & Caregiver Education
Training and ongoing support for your loved ones, providing them with practical strategies and tools to support your recovery at home.
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Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Working closely with your healthcare team – physicians, occupational therapists, dietitians, and other specialists – to ensure comprehensive care.
Stroke Recovery
- Exercises to improve how clearly you speak
- Language comprehension activities
- Activities and strategies to improve comprehension of language and the ability to express yourself
- Alternative communication methods.
- Modifications, techniques and exercises to improve your swallow ability
- Patient, family and caregiver training
Head and Neck Cancer
- Swallowing rehabilitation
- Exercises to improve how clearly you speak and to improve the quality of your voice
- Communication alternatives
- Pre- and post-treatment counselling
- Trismus prevention and management
- Quality of life support
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Exercises to improve clarity, articulation, and breath support
- Restoring language understanding (comprehension) and expression (speaking, writing).
- Activities to improve cognitive-communication skills ( attention, memory, problem-solving, reasoning, and organization)
- Strategies to improve social communication (e.g. turn-taking, topic maintenance, and interpreting nonverbal cues).
- Improving pragmatic skills – using language appropriately in different situations.
- Restoring swallowing to ensure safe swallowing and reducing aspiration risk.
- Alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) tools for patients with severe communication impairments.
- Family and caregiver education
Parkinson's Disease
What we address: Reduced vocal volume, monotone voice, slower speech, swallowing difficulties, and cognitive-communication challenges.
Your treatment may include:
- LSVT LOUD therapy – Our therapists are certified in this specialized, evidence-based treatment that focuses on increasing vocal loudness and improving speech clarity
- Swallowing management for safer eating and drinking
- Cognitive-communication strategies to help with memory, attention, and conversation skills
Special focus: Supporting you in adapting to the progressive changes of Parkinson’s, including managing progressive swallowing difficulties, and helping you maintain optimal, confident, and effective communication.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)
- Exercises to improve your speech production and strengthen the muscles used for talking and swallowing.
- Safe swallowing strategies and techniques to reduce risks while eating and drinking.
- Alternative communication methods to support you during times of severe weakness.
- Step-by-step rehabilitation that adapts as your strength and communication gradually return.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Exercises to improve speech clarity and strengthen muscle control.
- Breathing and voice techniques to support stronger, more consistent speech.
- Swallowing management strategies to keep eating and drinking safe.
- Cognitive-communication tools to assist with memory, attention, and conversation skills.
- Use of assistive communication devices if needed.
Dementia Care
What we address: Progressive communication difficulties, memory challenges affecting conversation, and swallowing problems as the condition advances.
Your treatment may include:
- Early-stage support: Techniques to improve speech production, word-finding and the ability to express yourself.
- Ongoing care: Strategies for non-verbal communication, functional communication for daily needs, and adjustments to the environment to support independence.
- Advanced support: Swallowing safety measures, comfort-focused strategies, and guidance for families to support meaningful connection.
Special focus:
Our goal is to help you maintain communication abilities, meaningful relationships, and independence for as long as possible, while supporting dignity and quality of life throughout all stages of the condition.
Motor Neuron Disease (MND)
What we address: Progressive difficulties with speech production, voice quality, and swallowing as the disease affects nerve cells controlling muscles.
Your treatment may include:
Speech intelligibility strategies, voice amplification devices, electronic communication aids, alternative communication methods, and swallowing safety techniques.
Special focus: Adapting our approach as your condition changes, helping you maintain communication and dignity throughout your journey.
Aural Rehabilitation (Post-Cochlear Implant)
What we address: Adapting to new hearing abilities and maximizing communication success with your cochlear implant.
Your treatment may include:
- Auditory training to recognize sounds, words, and speech patterns
- Communication strategies for various environments, including noisy settings
- Environmental awareness training
- Music appreciation rehabilitation
- Family training for effective support techniques
Special focus: Personalized rehabilitation that adapts to your unique hearing journey, with close collaboration with your audiologist.
Palliative Care
What we address: Communication, cognitive, and swallowing support for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses, focusing on comfort and quality of life.
Your treatment may include: Alternative communication methods (AAC), strategies to enhance decision-making participation, family communication support, and comfort-focused swallowing management.
Special focus: Honoring your wishes and priorities while maintaining dignity, comfort, and meaningful connections with loved ones.
“You matter to the last moment of your life, and we will do all that we can not only to help you die peacefully, but to live until you die.” — Dame Cicely Saunders
Why Choose Our Approach?
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Evidence-based treatments tailored to your specific condition
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Certified specialists including LSVT LOUD certification for Parkinson's care
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Family-centered care that includes your loved ones in the process
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Collaborative approach working with your entire healthcare team
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Flexible treatment plans that adapt as your needs change
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Compassionate support addressing both physical and emotional aspects of your journey