Speech Therapy
Speech therapy in Dortmund – for language, voice and safe swallowing
When words won’t come, your voice fails or swallowing becomes difficult: our speech and language therapists support children and adults – with a doctor’s prescription and in a way that fits your everyday life.
Phone: 0231 58 69 26 00 · Mon–Fri 8:30 am–5:30 pm
All health insurers welcome
With a doctor’s prescription, we treat patients with statutory and private health insurance; we are happy to explain any statutory co-payments.
Home and care home visits
If you cannot come to the practice, we come to you: at home, in a care home or in your senior residence – the prescription must be marked “Hausbesuch” (home visit).
Treatments
What we do for you
Language disorders
When finding, understanding or forming words and sentences is difficult – for children during their development or for adults after an illness.
Speech disorders
Unclear pronunciation, stuttering or cluttering: we work on articulation, fluency and speaking rate.
Voice disorders
Hoarseness, a voice that tires quickly or loss of voice – including for people who speak a lot at work.
Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)
Choking when eating and drinking is distressing and can become dangerous. We train safe swallowing and advise on diet and aids.
Aphasia and dysarthria after a stroke
After a stroke or brain injury, we help people find their words again and speak clearly.
Children’s language development
Playful support if your child starts speaking late, speaks little, mixes up sounds or struggles to find words – with tips for home.
Specialties
For children and adults
Children
Learning to speak takes time – and sometimes support. We encourage children through play and closely involve their parents.
- Delayed language development
- Articulation disorders
- Vocabulary and grammar
- Stuttering and cluttering
- Myofunctional disorders (e.g. oral motor skills)
- Guidance for parents
Neurology
After a stroke or traumatic brain injury, or with conditions such as Parkinson’s or multiple sclerosis, we support language, speech and swallowing.
- Aphasia
- Dysarthria
- Apraxia of speech
- Neurogenic swallowing disorders
Voice
Whether the cause is organic or functional: we strengthen your voice and show you how to look after it in everyday life.
- Hoarseness and vocal fatigue
- Voice therapy after surgery
- Breathing and voice training
- Vocal hygiene for professional voice users
Geriatrics and nursing care
In old age and with dementia, communication and swallowing often change. Together with our nursing team, we make eating and drinking safer.
- Swallowing training and diet adjustment
- Advice for family members and carers
- Communication with dementia
- Coordinated with our home nursing care
How it works
From prescription to therapy
Speech therapy is a prescribed therapy (Heilmittel): if needed, your GP, paediatrician or specialist will issue a therapy prescription (Heilmittelverordnung) for voice, speech, language and swallowing therapy. That is where it all starts with us.
- Get a prescription – from your doctor.
- Make an appointment – by phone, online or by sending us your prescription.
- Initial consultation and assessment – we get to know you and set goals together.
- Therapy – at our practice on Schützenstraße, in your home, in a care home or in your senior residence.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about speech therapy
What is speech therapy?
Speech therapy (Logopädie) deals with language, speech, voice and swallowing disorders – in children and adults alike. The aim is for you to communicate well again in everyday life and to eat and drink safely.
How do I get treatment?
If it is medically necessary, your GP, paediatrician or specialist will issue a therapy prescription (Heilmittelverordnung). With it, you can make an appointment – by phone on 0231 58 69 26 00, online or by sending us your prescription.
How long does a session last?
Usually 30, 45 or 60 minutes, depending on the prescription. We agree the overall length of treatment with you.
Who covers the costs?
With a doctor’s prescription, statutory and private health insurers cover the costs. Statutory co-payments may apply for adults; children and young people under 18 are exempt. We will let you know in advance.
Can parents be present during their child’s therapy?
Yes, of course. With children in particular, it is important that parents know the exercises and can pick them up playfully at home.
Do you also come to people’s homes or care homes?
Yes. If a home visit is noted on the prescription, we treat you at home or in your care home or senior residence – for example after a stroke, with dementia or if you have limited mobility.
Can I cancel an appointment?
Yes, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance so that we can offer the slot to someone else.
Book speech therapy
Phone 0231 58 69 26 00 · Mon–Fri 8:30 am–5:30 pm