Aphasia Therapy

Aphasia Therapy supports individuals who experience communication difficulties following stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, or other acquired communication differences. Aphasia can affect speaking, understanding, reading, writing, word finding, and confidence in communication.

 

Our therapy focuses on rebuilding communication skills while supporting emotional wellbeing, confidence, independence, and participation in daily life. Sessions are personalised and functional, meaning therapy targets communication skills that are meaningful and important to the individual’s everyday life.

 

Support may include:

* Word-finding strategies
* Conversational support techniques
* Speech and language exercises
* Reading and writing support
* Functional communication training
* Communication partner training
* Confidence building
* Cognitive communication support
* ⁠PROMPT therapy

 

We take a compassionate and person-centred approach, recognising the emotional impact communication changes can have on both individuals and families.

 

Therapy May Benefit Individuals Who:

* Have experienced a stroke
* Have traumatic brain injury
* Live with neurological conditions
* Experience acquired communication difficulties
* Need support rebuilding confidence in communication
* Want practical strategies for everyday conversations