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Speech & Language Therapy

اسپیچ تھراپی: بات کرنے اور سمجھنے میں مدد

Speech and language therapy helps children understand what others say, express themselves with words or other means, speak more clearly, and use language socially. Early support makes a real difference.

Signs your child may benefit

  • Says few words for their age, or has stopped using words they had
  • Is hard to understand for people outside the family
  • Does not respond to their name or simple questions
  • Points or pulls you instead of asking
  • Stutters, or struggles to put words together into sentences

What happens in sessions

  • A speech therapist checks understanding, speaking, sounds and social communication
  • Sessions use play, picture cards, songs, stories and games
  • Your child practises target words and sounds in fun, repeated ways
  • Where needed, picture boards or other communication aids are introduced

How you can help at home

  • Talk about what your child is doing, in short, simple sentences
  • Wait a few seconds after asking a question, to give them time to answer
  • Read picture books together daily and name what you see
  • Reduce screen time and replace it with talking and play

How it works at Parh

  • Start with the free online screening in English or Urdu
  • A therapist reviews the results and recommends a plan
  • Sessions online or onsite in Karachi, one-to-one or in small groups
  • Monthly progress reports, so you can see what is changing
  • Subsidised places for families who need them

Common questions

My child is bilingual. Will Urdu and English confuse them?

No. Children can learn two languages. Use the language you are most comfortable in at home; our therapists work in both Urdu and English.

At what age should I seek help?

If you are worried, earlier is better. Many speech delays can be supported from age 2 or even younger.

Can speech therapy be done online?

Yes. Many sessions work well online, with a parent beside the child, and we also offer onsite sessions.

Parh's screening is not a diagnosis. For medical concerns, please also consult a qualified doctor.

Not sure what your child needs?

Start with our free 10–15 minute online screening in English or Urdu. Worth Rs. 5,999, free during our pilot.

Start the free screening