Supporting Emotional Expression in Speech Therapy for Children in Phnom Penh

Some children struggle not only to find the right words, but to express how they feel. At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, our speech therapy program supports emotional expression as a core part of communication development. For children with speech or language difficulties, especially those experiencing frustration, anxiety, or social withdrawal, learning to express emotions through speech can be a transformative step forward.

Why Emotional Expression Is Essential

Language is not just for naming objects or asking for help—it’s how we connect, share, and process emotions. When a child can’t express how they feel, it can lead to:

• Behavioral outbursts or withdrawal

• Low self-esteem

• Difficulty making friends

• Challenges in classroom settings

Our therapists focus on building both expressive language (how to describe feelings) and receptive language (how to understand emotions in others).

How Speech Therapy at OrbRom Center Helps

In sessions focused on emotional communication, we use child-friendly strategies like:

• Emotion flashcards and feeling charts

• Storytelling and role-play to explore different emotional scenarios

• Sentence starters like “I feel ___ because…”

• Breathing and regulation tools combined with verbal expression

These techniques help children name emotions, describe situations, and eventually express their needs with confidence.

Special Focus for Children with ASD, Selective Mutism, or Trauma

Children with autism, selective mutism, anxiety, or trauma history often need extra support in expressing emotions. At OrbRom Center, we provide:

• A calm and non-judgmental environment

• Visual supports and alternative communication tools when needed

• Therapy tailored to each child’s comfort level and processing speed

• Coordination with mental health professionals when appropriate

Our team recognizes that emotional expression is not “extra”—it’s essential.

Empowering Parents to Support at Home

We work closely with parents to reinforce emotional communication at home. Our therapists provide:

• Home strategies and vocabulary banks for talking about feelings

• Scripts and routines for difficult moments

• Support in creating a consistent, safe environment for open communication

With practice, many children show improvements not only in speech but in behavior, mood, and social interaction.

A Speech Therapy Center That Understands the Whole Child

At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, we believe communication is about more than words—it’s about connection. Our speech therapy program is designed to help children speak up, speak clearly, and speak from the heart.

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