Overview

Behind every sound, there is meaning. Behind every silence, there is a reason.

At our Department of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology (ASLP), we create a compassionate and supportive space where communication challenges are understood—not rushed.

Whether it is a child learning to say their first words, an adult rebuilding speech after a stroke, or a family navigating hearing or swallowing concerns, our focus goes beyond therapy. We work to restore connection, confidence, and dignity through evidence-based care delivered with empathy and respect.

Communication is not just about words. It is about being heard, understood, and included. Our goal is to help individuals of all ages reconnect with the world around them—one voice, one sound, one step at a time.

 

Who Can Benefit?

Our services support individuals across the lifespan, including:

  • Infants and children with speech, language, feeding, or hearing difficulties
  • Adolescents with fluency, voice, articulation, or social communication challenges
  • Adults recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological disorders, or voice-related concerns
  • Older adults experiencing age-related communication, hearing, or swallowing changes


We also work closely with families and caregivers, recognizing that communication challenges impact the entire support system - not just the individual.

Services

Pediatric Speech, Language & Feeding Services

Every child develops communication skills at their own pace. Some children need additional support to speak clearly, understand and use language, interact socially, or feed safely. Our pediatric services begin with detailed assessments followed by individualized, child-friendly therapy approaches designed to promote meaningful, functional communication.
• Play-based language therapy
• Speech sound intervention for articulation disorders, phonological delays, and Childhood Apraxia of Speech
• AAC support (Avaz, PECS, Eye-Gaze) for non-verbal or minimally verbal children
• Oral placement therapy (OPT) to improve speech clarity and oral-motor coordination
• Feeding and swallowing therapy for poor latch, oral aversion, sensory feeding, and chewing difficulties
• Group therapy to build social communication, turn-taking, and peer interaction skills, particularly for children with Autism and social-pragmatic challenges
• Parent training and counseling to support home-based progress
• Online speech therapy for children through interactive teletherapy sessions for continuity of care

Adult Speech, Voice & Swallowing Rehabilitation

Communication and swallowing difficulties in adulthood often arise following neurological events, medical conditions, voice misuse, or age-related changes. These challenges can significantly affect confidence, independence, and quality of life. Our adult services focus on restoring functional communication and safe swallowing through structured, goal-oriented therapy.

• Speech and language rehabilitation to improve clarity, comprehension, and conversation
• Voice therapy for professional voice users, vocal strain, hoarseness, and aging voice
• Swallowing therapy (dysphagia management) using exercises, posture strategies, and diet modifications for safe eating
• AAC support using assistive apps and devices for severe communication loss
• Caregiver and family training for practical, real-life communication support
• Teletherapy for adults to maintain continuity of care when travel or mobility is limited

Audiology & Hearing Care Services

Hearing is foundational to communication, learning, and participation in everyday life. Our audiology services focus on early identification, accurate assessment, and timely management of hearing and balance concerns.

• Newborn Hearing Screening (OAE) – quick, painless, and reliable
• Adult Hearing Assessments for seniors, noise-exposed individuals, and high-risk populations
• Balance Disorder Assessment and Management

Our Team

Ms. Silvy Mary Sojan (MASLP)

HOD, Audiologist and Speech Language Pathologist

Ms. Iswariya R.

Audiologist and Speech Language Pathologist

Ms. Adithya Bindhu (Bachelor of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (BASLP))

Audiologist and Speech Language Pathologist

Ms. Catherine Elsa Shaji (Msc. SLP)

Speech Language Pathologist

FAQ's

No. Early identification and intervention are critical. If your child is not using single words by 18 months, an evaluation is recommended.

Yes. We use AAC tools, gestures, play-based strategies, and interaction-focused approaches to build communication, even before speech develops.

Yes. With consistent therapy, many adults regain significant communication abilities—even months or years after the event.

Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing. Therapy focuses on exercises, posture strategies, and diet modifications to make eating safer and more comfortable.

Yes. Hearing loss often goes unnoticed but can significantly affect speech, learning, and quality of life—especially in newborns and older adults.

Best Speech Therapy in Kochi | Kerala | India

What does it Mean?

Speech and Language Pathology

Speech and language pathology is a field of expertise practiced by speech language pathologist that addresses communication and swallowing disorders. A speech-Language Pathologist commonly known as a speech therapist assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with speech, language as well as those with feeding and swallowing disorders. Speech therapy can include helping people articulate sounds, develop language skills, improve voice quality, and address issues like stuttering or swallowing difficulties. The goal is to enhance overall communication abilities and support individuals in achieving effective and functional communication. Speech therapy plays a vital role in improving the quality of life for individuals facing communication and swallowing challenges. By addressing these challenges through evidence-based interventions, speech therapists contribute to enhancing communication skills, fostering independence, and promoting overall well-being. Jeevaniyam is Best Speech Therapy in Kochi, Kerala ,India .

At Jeevaniyam, we give speech & language therapy to the needed patients along with Ayurveda medicines & treatment. While the internal issues & disease pathology are addressed with Ayurveda, the SLP can help training for the muscles & organs involved in speech. SLP also improves modes of personal as well as social interactions & communication.

We provide face to face speech therapy sessions for the children individually. Initially, the SLP will assess the child and diagnose the problem. A discussion and consultation with other departments are also arranged if needed. With physician’s consent, the treatment plan and therapy sessions are planned. This is set up with respect to child’s present condition using appropriate test materials. Each goal will be set considering child’s need and baseline. Jeevaniyam is Best Speech Language Pathologist in Kochi , Kerala , India 

Parents are interviewed thoroughly during the case history to know the child and parents. We also provide online sessions particularly for parents to guide the child in right way. Parent can monitor the child at home and home exercises will be given for continued improvement.

Speech therapist at Jeevaniyam works on the following areas:

  1. Articulation Therapy:

– Our speech therapists work on improving the clarity and accuracy of speech sounds. This includes addressing articulation errors, phonological disorders, and apraxia of speech.

  1. Language Therapy:

– Therapy interventions focus on enhancing language skills, encompassing both receptive (understanding) and expressive (speaking or writing) aspects. This involves vocabulary expansion, sentence structure, and language comprehension.

  1. Voice Therapy:

– For individuals with voice disorders, speech therapists provide voice therapy to improve vocal quality, pitch, and resonance. This may include exercises to strengthen vocal cords and promote healthy vocal habits.

  1. Fluency (Stuttering) Intervention:

– Our speech therapists address stuttering and fluency disorders, helping individuals develop smoother and more fluent speech patterns. Techniques may include breathing exercises and strategies to reduce anxiety.

  1. Pragmatic Language Skills:

– Therapy focuses on improving pragmatic language skills, including social communication, turn-taking, understanding nonverbal cues, and using appropriate language in various social contexts.

  1. Swallowing and Feeding Therapy:

– Our speech therapists evaluate and treat individuals with swallowing and feeding difficulties. This involves exercises to improve oral-motor function, strategies for safer swallowing, and recommendations for diet modifications.

  1. Technological Integration:

– Incorporate advanced technologies, such as speech-generating devices, computer-based therapy programs, and teletherapy platforms, to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of therapy services.

8.  Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC):

– SLPs work with individuals who have difficulty using verbal communication by introducing and implementing AAC systems. These can include communication boards, sign language, or high-tech devices (like AVAZ).

9.  Oral Placement Therapy (OPT)

– It is a tactile-proprioceptive teaching technique which accompanies traditional therapy.

OPT is used to improve articulator awareness, placement (dissociation, grading, and

direction of movement), stability, and muscle memory; all of these are necessary for the

development of speech clarity.

10.  Functional Communication Training (FCT)

– A unique initiative by Jeevaniyam to encourage social and functional communication skills for children with speech and language difficulties especially, with pragmatic issues. Children thrive when they explore the environment by themselves as well as along with their peer group

Conditions we work with include:

  • Autism spectrum disorder
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Global Developmental Delay
  • Fluency disorder
  • Voice disorder
  • Feeding and swallowing disorder
  • Misarticulation
  • Neurological such as Aphasia, Dysphagia, Dysarthria, Apraxia, post-stroke.

Jeevaniyam Provides Best Speech Therapy in Kochi , Kerala , India .