Building Confidence Through Speech Therapy in Phnom Penh

Clear communication is more than just speaking — it’s a child’s way of being understood, connecting with others, and participating in the world. But for many children in Phnom Penh, expressing thoughts, needs, or emotions can be a daily struggle. This is where speech therapy plays a powerful role, offering children a voice — often for the very first time. At OrbRom Center, we deliver personalized speech-language therapy that empowers children to grow and connect with confidence.

When Communication Doesn’t Come Easily

Speech delays and communication difficulties can show up in many ways. A toddler may not say any words. A preschooler might struggle to form sentences. A school-age child might avoid talking due to embarrassment or frustration.

Common communication challenges we see at OrbRom Center include:

• Speech delay (late talking or slow vocabulary growth)

• Articulation problems (unclear speech or difficulty with certain sounds)

• Receptive language difficulties (struggling to understand what others say)

• Expressive language issues (struggling to form ideas into sentences)

• Social communication challenges (difficulty with conversations or body language)

These issues can affect learning, friendships, behavior, and self-confidence — especially in Phnom Penh’s multilingual environment where children are often expected to navigate both Khmer and English.

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Speech Therapy at OrbRom: A Targeted, Child-Centered Approach

At OrbRom Center, speech therapy is personalized, engaging, and progress-driven. Each child starts with a full assessment to determine their strengths and needs. From there, a customized therapy plan is created, with measurable goals and session strategies.

Our sessions include:

• Play-based learning to keep children engaged

• Visual aids and modeling to teach new concepts

• Storytelling and picture books to build vocabulary and sequencing

• Social interaction practice to support peer engagement

• Repetition and positive reinforcement to strengthen new skills

Therapy sessions are 1:1 and conducted in a sensory-friendly, child-safe environment — right in the heart of Phnom Penh.

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Bilingual Therapy for a Bilingual City

In Phnom Penh, children are often raised speaking both Khmer and English. While bilingualism is a great asset, it can make it harder to spot when speech issues are more than just a language mix-up.

Our therapists are trained to differentiate between language delay and bilingual language development. We also offer therapy in both Khmer and English, depending on the child’s dominant language, and help build skills across both languages over time.

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Who Benefits from Speech Therapy?

Speech therapy at OrbRom Center supports children with:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• ADHD

• Global developmental delays

• Down syndrome

• Learning differences

• Language disorders with no formal diagnosis

We also work with children who simply need help catching up — whether for school readiness, clearer pronunciation, or improved listening and speaking skills.

Explore our approach to autism therapy

Parent Involvement Makes the Difference

We don’t just work with children — we empower parents to become part of the process. After every session, our therapists provide:

• Verbal feedback and suggestions

• Home practice strategies

• Regular progress reports

• Recommendations for school collaboration

When therapy strategies are used at home and school, children improve more quickly — and gains are more likely to last.

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Why Choose OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh?

As one of Phnom Penh’s leading special needs and therapy centers, OrbRom is known for:

• A professional, multilingual therapy team

• One-on-one individualized sessions

• Speech therapy integrated with occupational therapy

• Full developmental assessments available onsite

• A supportive, nonjudgmental environment for children and families

Our goal is to help children of all abilities find their voice — literally and emotionally — and gain confidence that carries over into daily life.

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