Heath & Celliers Speech Language Therapists and Audiologists

Heath & Celliers Speech Language Therapists and Audiologists Speech-, Language Therapists based in Walmer, Port Elizabeth. Focusing on paediatrics and school-aged children.

Tip Tuesday | LiteracyRead the Same Book Over and Over ✨It might feel repetitive to us, but repetition is incredibly pow...
21/07/2026

Tip Tuesday | Literacy

Read the Same Book Over and Over ✨

It might feel repetitive to us, but repetition is incredibly powerful for literacy and language development 📚💛

When children hear the same story again and again, they begin to:
🌟 predict what comes next
🌟 remember new vocabulary
🌟 understand story structure
🌟 join in with familiar phrases

Repetition builds confidence, comprehension and a love for books. So if your child asks for the same story for the tenth time… that’s actually a wonderful thing! 😊

Tip Tuesday | Auditory processing & listening skillsBreak Instructions Into Smaller Steps ✨Children with listening or au...
14/07/2026

Tip Tuesday | Auditory processing & listening skills

Break Instructions Into Smaller Steps ✨

Children with listening or auditory processing difficulties can become overwhelmed by long instructions 👂

Instead of:
❌ “Go to your room, get your shoes, put them on and bring your bag.”

Try:
✅ “Go get your shoes.”
✅ “Now put them on.”
✅ “Great! Now bring your bag.”

Shorter steps make instructions easier to process, remember and follow successfully🌟

Tip Tuesday | Speech SoundsModel, don’t force ✨When helping your child with speech sounds, try to focus on modelling the...
07/07/2026

Tip Tuesday | Speech Sounds

Model, don’t force ✨

When helping your child with speech sounds, try to focus on modelling the correct sound rather than asking them to repeat it over and over 🔄

If your child says:
“tat” instead of “cat”

You can gently respond with:
“Yes, a cat!”

Hearing clear, correct models in a relaxed way helps children learn naturally and keeps communication positive and enjoyable 🧡

Connection first, correction second 🫶

06/07/2026

🧡5 years of JOY
❤️5 years of LOVE
🩷5 years of GROWTH
💚5 years of LAUGHTER
🩵5 years of COMMUNITY

5 years of The Play Pod 🌈

The school holidays are the perfect time to get some answers 🌿Whether it be a speech, language or auditory processing as...
03/07/2026

The school holidays are the perfect time to get some answers 🌿

Whether it be a speech, language or auditory processing assessment, taking the time to assess during the holidays allows us to gain better insight into your child’s communication and listening skills. Together we can identify areas of strengths and areas of need, create a plan of action and be ready to hit the ground running when term 3 begins

Give your child the best start to the new term 💚

📩 Get in touch to book an assessment
[email protected]
081 824 8834

Tip Tuesday | Early LanguageFollow your child's lead✨One of the best ways to encourage early language development is to ...
30/06/2026

Tip Tuesday | Early Language
Follow your child's lead✨

One of the best ways to encourage early language development is to join in with what your child is already interested in💛

Instead of directing the play, watch what captures their attention and talk about it with them:
🧸"Teddy is sleeping!"
🚗"The car is going fast!"
🫧"Big bubbles!"

When children are engaged and having fun, they're more likely to listen, learn and communicate. Language grows best through connection, not pressure 🌱

School’s out, but we’re still in!🎉 We’ll be open throughout the June/July holidays for speech therapy sessions
24/06/2026

School’s out, but we’re still in!🎉 We’ll be open throughout the June/July holidays for speech therapy sessions

Meet Jackie ✨If you’ve ever visited The Play Pod, chances are you’ve met Jackie!Whether you’re coming for speech therapy...
08/06/2026

Meet Jackie ✨

If you’ve ever visited The Play Pod, chances are you’ve met Jackie!

Whether you’re coming for speech therapy, occupational therapy, psychology, or remedial support, Jackie is often the first smile that greets you when you walk through the door and the friendly voice on the other end of the phone when you call 📞

Jackie has been part of the family since 2017 and is an integral part of our team. From coordinating appointments and managing diaries to supporting therapists, schools, and families, Jackie keeps all the moving parts running smoothly behind the scenes ⚙️

In fact, around here we like to call her the “wheels of the SpeechPod bus” 🚌 because she keeps everything moving, keeps us on track, and somehow manages to make it all look effortless!

Over the years, Jackie has played a huge role in helping the practice grow - from building relationships with families to supporting our expansion into new schools and helping ensure that every child and family receives the support they need 🌷

What makes Jackie so special? 🌈
Jackie believes in the importance of genuine human connection and brings warmth, kindness, and understanding to every interaction. She has a remarkable ability to make families feel welcomed, supported, and cared for from the very first conversation ✨

While our therapists may be the faces in the therapy rooms, Jackie is the person working tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all possible. Her contribution goes far beyond her job title, and we genuinely couldn’t imagine The SpeechPod without her 💞
Thank you, Jackie, for being the heart, backbone, and wheels of the SpeechPod bus! 💟

Meet Rashiqah ✨Rashiqah joined The SpeechPod family in February 2025 after completing her community service year at Pelo...
05/06/2026

Meet Rashiqah ✨

Rashiqah joined The SpeechPod family in February 2025 after completing her community service year at Pelonomi Tertiary Hospital in Bloemfontein 🩺

Since joining the team, she has brought a calm, thoughtful approach to therapy and a passion for helping children and families feel connected, confident, and understood 🫶🏻

Rashiqah’s Favourite Therapy Toys
🫖Pretend play sets
🎉Pop-up toys

Three Fun Facts about Rashiqah
1. I need at least one cup of coffee to survive the day☕️
2. I get hiccups whenever I eat spicy food 🌶️
3.I have a growing stack of books on my “to be read” list 📚

A little message from Rashiqah...🌈
The best part of my job is watching small communication breakthroughs turn into big moments of confidence 🏆Whether it’s a first word, a clearer sound, or a child finally feeling understood - that’s the magic I come for every day ✨

Communication is more than just words; it’s connection, confidence, and belonging. Every person communicates in their own way, and my goal is to honour that individuality by helping each voice be heard in a way that feels authentic and empowering 💜

Meet Kate ✨Kate joined The SpeechPod family in January 2025 after completing her community service year at Universitas A...
04/06/2026

Meet Kate ✨

Kate joined The SpeechPod family in January 2025 after completing her community service year at Universitas Academic Hospital in Bloemfontein 🏥

Since joining the team, Kate has brought warmth, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for helping children find their voices and connect with the world around them 🌟

Kate’s Favourite Therapy Game
⁉️Heads Up

Three Fun Facts about Kate
1. I love to read 📖
2. I did ballet for 13 years 🩰
3. I am the youngest of six children 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

A little message from Kate... 🌈
I love children and language, and I am grateful that this job gives me the opportunity to work with both 💭
I’ve always been passionate about the power of language and the belief that everyone deserves a voice. As a speech therapist, I find so much joy in supporting children as they discover new ways to express themselves. It’s incredibly rewarding to help them build confidence, form connections, and feel understood - in whatever form that communication takes. I love being part of that journey 💜

Address

100 Prospect Road
Port Elizabeth
6065

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

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