The Johansson Methods of Speech Language Therapy focus on the importance of early language intervention and are developed specifically to meet the needs of children with severe disabilities which affects their ability to communicate. Find out more about Johansson Therapy here
Concerned? View our guide to the stages of Speech and Language Development from birth to 5 years here.
Or download a pdf version here. This will require Adobe Acrobat Reader which is available here. “Working with Sarah has been an invaluable experience. For my husband and I, it has empowered us to know that we are doing our utmost to support our daughter, Eden’s, communication skills.” Rachael and Troy
We provide and deliver an accountable and reliable service to individual clients by providing in-home and/or school based therapy. We maintain regular communication and support to our clients and para-professionals, providing resources and written programmes detailing the therapy session.
Our Services are backed by the Ministry of Education and all staff are qualified to New Zealand standards and external standards. Speech Language Therapy, including:
Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Aspergers Syndrome
Down Syndrome
Speech and Language Delay
Auditory Processing
Phonological impairment
Pervasive Developmental Disorder
Dyspraxia
Global Delay
Communication Impairment
Adult Therapy/Rehabilitation
Work Experience
Occupational Therapy, including:
Self-help and classroom maintenance occupations
Preacademic occupations
Motor Planning
Sensory Integration
In depth activity analysis
Development skills profile 3 years, 4 years, 5 years
Intervention – Principles and strategies
Collaborative Teaming
Group Intervention Sessions
Individualized Treatment
If your personal situation is not recognised within the list of services shown then please contact Specialist Therapy Services for a free consultation on how we could help.