For parents, hearing a child say their first words is a milestone filled with excitement. But when those words are delayed, or a child struggles to express themselves or understand others, uncertainty can quickly turn into concern.
Speech-language therapist Wendile Ntshali, who has 11 years of experience, encourages parents to seek early intervention when they notice speech or language difficulties in their children.
Ntshali’s career has taken her through hospitals, schools, clinics, private practice, and academia. She says she chose the profession because of its versatility and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
“While I always knew my professional calling was in healthcare, I chose speech-language therapy specifically for its unparalleled versatility.”
Ntshali explains that a speech-language therapist does far more than help people pronounce sounds correctly. The profession covers speech, language, literacy, feeding, and swallowing difficulties.
