Walk the Talk Speech and Language Therapy’s Post

🫴Speech and language therapy can be challenging for our clients for several reasons, and the reasons go beyond just ‘helping people talk.’ Let us tell you why 👇 👉Speech therapy can involve delving into deep-seated emotions, past traumas, and unresolved issues, which can be emotionally intense and overwhelming. Opening up and discussing personal struggles also requires a level of vulnerability, which can be uncomfortable and challenging for some of our clients. At Walk the Talk, we admire this level of strength. 👉Some clients have a subconscious bias to change or may use defense mechanisms to avoid confronting difficult truths about their new reality. Let’s not forget, change is daunting, especially something as big as impaired communication. Clients may therefore fear the uncertainty that comes with exploring rehabilitation or changing behaviours. At Walk the Talk, we appreciate this strength. 👉Therapy cannot thrive without some level of introspection and self-reflection. This may require clients to question some long-held beliefs, assumptions, or narratives about themselves and their lives, which can be unsettling. At Walk the Talk, we work with our clients to reflect on their overall journey, not just the destination. 👉Building trust and rapport with a therapist takes time and effort, especially for clients who have had negative experiences or mistrust in the past. Speech and language therapy is a gradual process, which includes varying pace, changes and setbacks. It’s how you use your strength to overcome these aspects which is key. At Walk the Talk, we strive to help you stay strong. #slt #speechandlanguagetherapy #strength #neuro #adultsspeechtherapy #walkthetalkspeechandlanguagetherapy #parkinsons #mnd #dementia #palliativecare #slp #sltpeeps