Rochelle Thanjan Speech Therapy

03/07/2025

Announcement: Unfortunately due to unforseen circumstances, we've had to cancel the holiday club.

23/06/2025

Neurodiversity affirming consideration: why we don't force eye contact with autistic people.

20/06/2025

Join us for our holiday club where we provide tailored support to accommodate various communication and learning needs. Our previous holiday clubs have been a huge success, with fun and inclusive experience reported. Book your spot now! Email admin.qac@rtspeechtherapy.co.za or call 031 2713211

09/05/2025

- Cornelia de Lange syndrome (CdLS) is a rare genetic disorder that causes physical, cognitive and behavioral differences.
- CdLS is a very rare condition that’s present at birth. The disorder occurs in 1 in 10,000 to 1 in 50,000. (US stats)
- it is characterized by distinctive craniofacial features, neurodevelopmental features (including developmental delays) and brain differences similar to ASD/ADHD
- CdLS can also cause slow growth before and after birth, which can lead to short stature.
- speech therapy can help with communication and feeding delays that may arise.
- expressive communication skills (ability to express oneself) are significantly more impaired than receptive language skills.
- Although children with CdLS may have difficulties with verbal communication, research has shown that individuals with Cornelia de Lange syndrome often use a number of non-verbal strategies to communicate.
- Speech difficulties in CdLS often occur due to abnormal muscle tone.AAC can support achieve more effective communication.

Tomorrow is International Cornelia de Langa Syndrome Day. Wear purple in support.

04/05/2025

This was by far the most fun, embarrassing, exhausting team building! 🤣 We laughed hysterically, perservered effortfully, and are now completely shattered. It's settled, speech therapists are not the fittest lot!

28/04/2025

Last week, our staff team took half a week off to learn more about oromyofunctional disorders. It was such an amazing time of growth and discovery. We are proud to say that we now offer oromyofunctional therapy. More posts to follow.

02/04/2025

02/04/2025

Today we celebrate all individuals living with autism, professionals who provide support and care to autistic individuals, and parents who love and nurture their autistic children.

28/01/2025

Although Tasmeeyah is the newbie of our team, she has integrated so well with our values as a neurodiversity affirming practice. This shows by how much her clients value her. We enjoy her creativity as well as her delicious treats 😋 Happy birthday Tas ❤️

28/01/2025

Although Tasmeeyah is the newbie of our team, she has integrated so well with our values as a neurodiversity affirming practice. This shows by how much her clients value her. We enjoy her creativity as well as her delicious treats 😋 Happy birthday Tas

12/01/2025

**🌿 Understanding Our Kids: It’s Not About Choice 🌿**

Sometimes, we think our children are choosing to behave in challenging ways, but often, it’s not a choice at all. Kids don’t always have the skills to manage their big feelings, control impulses, or communicate their needs calmly. 💭

When they act out, it’s usually a signal that they're overwhelmed, frustrated, or simply lack the tools they need to cope. Gentle parenting recognizes that children aren't “choosing” to misbehave — they’re responding in the only ways they know how. 🧠💫

Instead of seeing these moments as defiance, we can view them as opportunities to teach and guide. By modeling patience and compassion, we help them build the skills they need to regulate their emotions and make better choices in the future.

So, the next time behavior feels challenging, let’s ask ourselves: “What does my child need to learn here?” rather than “Why are they acting like this?” 🤍

More information in my book
📖 Guidance from The Therapist Parent
Available on my website www.thetherapistparent.com and Amazon