Speech Therapy Services in Finland

Puheterapeutti Helsinki Oy is a private speech therapy practice based in Helsinki, specialising in speech and language therapy for children and adolescents.

The clinic provides rehabilitation services in collaboration with families, daycare centres, schools, and other professionals involved in the child's daily life. The language of therapy and rehabilitation with the child is Finnish.

The clinic is run by a licensed speech and language therapist (laillistettu puheterapeutti) with extensive experience working with children and families in rehabilitation settings.

Therapy is carried out in the child's everyday environment, with close collaboration with daycare, school, and local support services.

The therapist has a background in both public healthcare and private practice, with professional experience supporting children with a range of communication and language-related needs. The approach to therapy is family-centred, with an emphasis on integrating support into the child's daily routines and natural environments.

In Finland, speech therapy for children typically follows an identified need. Concerns about a child's speech or language development are usually first discussed with the local child health clinic (neuvola) or a doctor.

If a speech therapy assessment is recommended, this is typically arranged through the public healthcare system. Based on the assessment, a medical specialist may recommend regular, long-term speech therapy.

Long-term rehabilitation is often funded by Kela (the Social Insurance Institution of Finland) when specific criteria are met. Families entering therapy through this route receive an official rehabilitation decision outlining the therapy period.

Speech therapy sessions focus on supporting the child's communication skills within their daily environment. This includes cooperation with daycare or school staff, as well as guidance for families on supporting the child's development at home.

The goal of therapy is to strengthen the child's ability to communicate effectively in the environments where they spend their everyday life.