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Mighty Minds Speech Therapy, 1 Mount Quray Street, Midstream Estate, Midrand (2026)

23/02/2026

You don’t need fancy systems to start your speech therapy practice.

Somehow, many of us believe we need paid scheduling platforms, invoicing software, and complicated filing systems before we can even begin.

But that’s not true.

What you actually need is clarity.
Clear decisions.
Simple systems.
Consistency.

I’ve run my practice using manual invoices, paper-based systems, and straightforward spreadsheets - and it works.

You can always upgrade your systems later. You don’t need everything at once.
Start simple. Build intentionally. Add as you grow.

Inside my Starting & Running Your Speech Therapy Practice course, I help you choose systems that fit your season - not ones that add unnecessary pressure. 💛

20/02/2026

Tax in private practice feels overwhelming, but not for the reasons you think.

It feels overwhelming because no one teaches us how it actually works when you leave employment.

No HR.
No automatic deductions.
No one telling you how much to set aside.

Just questions like:
❔ PAYE or provisional tax?
❔ Sole proprietor or registered business?
❔ How do I plan when my income fluctuates?

The problem isn’t tax. It’s the lack of clear structure.

When you understand how tax works within private practice, decisions become calmer, clearer, and far less intimidating.

You don’t need to be an accountant. You need practical guidance.
This is one of the exact topics I break down step by step inside my Starting & Running Your Speech Therapy Practice course. 💛

06/02/2026

Did you know that around one in three stroke survivors experience communication difficulties? And for many, these challenges don’t simply disappear after the first few months.

Conditions like aphasia (an acquired language difficulty following stroke or brain injury) can affect speaking, understanding, reading, and writing. Research shows that for around 40% of people, communication difficulties may persist long-term.

This is where speech therapy plays a vital role.

Speech therapists work with stroke survivors to:
✨ Rebuild language skills.
✨ Improve understanding and expression.
✨ Support alternative ways to communicate.
✨ Increase confidence in everyday conversations.

Recovery doesn’t stop after six months. With the right support, progress is always possible, and communication remains a key part of independence and quality of life.

02/02/2026

Stuttering can look different from child to child, and it’s more than just repeating sounds.

Common signs of childhood stuttering may include:
🤍 Repetition of sounds, syllables, or words.
🤍 Prolonged or stretched sounds.
🤍 Moments of “stuck” speech.
🤍 Visible tension, pressure, or strain.
🤍 Avoiding speaking or certain words.cial movements.
🤍 Avoiding speaking or certain words

While some children do outgrow stuttering naturally, many benefit from early speech therapy intervention, which can lead to better long-term outcomes and reduced frustration around communication.

💭 It’s also important to know: stuttering is not linked to intelligence. It does not reflect a child’s thinking, learning ability, or potential.

Early support can help children communicate with confidence, and feel understood.

30/01/2026

💭 Cash-based or medical aid?

This is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in private practice, and also one of the most misunderstood.

Many therapists feel pressure to choose one model without really understanding what it means for their fees, admin load, and day-to-day stress levels. The truth? There’s no “better” option, just the one that aligns with how you want to run your practice.

Cash-based and medical aid billing each come with very different systems, expectations, and realities. And yes, you still use billing codes either way. The difference is who you invoice and how much control you have over your time and pricing.

Inside my Starting & Running Your Speech Therapy Practice course, I explain this clearly and practically, so you can make informed decisions instead of guessing or feeling pressured.

Because clarity leads to confidence, and a sustainable practice. 💛

28/01/2026

Speech therapy plays an important and meaningful role in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. 💛

It’s not just about speech, it’s about communication in all its forms. Speech therapists support both verbal and non-verbal communication, helping individuals better understand and express themselves.

Speech therapy may help to:
💛 Enhance verbal and non-verbal communication.
💛 Improve understanding and use of language.
💛 Develop social interaction and conversational skills.
💛 Support effective communication at home, school, and later in the workplace.

Every individual with autism is unique, and therapy is always tailored to their strengths, needs, and goals. Communication is connection, and supporting it can make a powerful difference.

26/01/2026

Starting a speech therapy practice is exciting… until you realise how many big decisions you suddenly have to make. 😅

One of the very first ones?
👉 Sole proprietor or registered business?

Many therapists assume registering a business is the only option, but that’s not always true. This decision impacts your tax, admin, risk, and how your practice runs day to day. And the “best” choice looks different depending on your goals, income, and growth plans.

Inside my Starting & Running Your Speech Therapy Practice course, I break this down step by step in a clear, therapist-friendly way, so you’re not guessing or relying on Google at midnight.

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need the right guidance. 💛

23/01/2026

We’re so back and so excited for 2026! ✨
It’s been incredibly special returning to our therapy rooms and seeing familiar faces, happy kiddies, and supportive families again.

Behind the scenes, the past few months have been busy in the best way. I’ve been pouring my heart into creating something I truly wish existed when I first started private practice: Starting & Running Your Speech Therapy Practice.

This is a practical, step-by-step course designed to help speech therapists feel confident, organised, and supported, without the overwhelm. It’s filled with real-life examples, templates, and systems I use every single day in my own paediatric practice. No fluff. Just what you actually need.

If you’ve been dreaming of private practice but don’t know where to start, this is for you 💛

21/01/2026

Want to start your own speech therapy practice… but feel overwhelmed and unsure where to begin? 💭

You’re not alone. Starting a private practice can feel exciting and intimidating, from admin and finances to assessments, reports, and actually running your practice day to day.

Over the past few months, I’ve poured my heart into creating the course I wish I had when I first started: a practical, step-by-step guide to starting, running, and managing a paediatric speech therapy practice with confidence.

This course walks you through the systems and processes you actually need, with real-life examples, templates, and tools I use every single day in my own practice. No fluff, just practical guidance to help you feel organised, confident, and supported.

🧩 Modules include:
• Starting & running a private practice
• Assessments & report writing
• Early intervention, language & literacy
• Stuttering assessment & therapy

If you’ve been dreaming of private practice but don’t know where to start, this is for you. 💛

29/11/2025

What is cluttering? Understanding a lesser-known speech disorder. 🤔

Cluttering is a fluency disorder, but it’s different from stuttering. Children (and adults) who clutter may speak rapidly, unclearly, or in a disorganised way.

Key features of cluttering:
✨ Speech may have excessive breaks or seem disorganised.
✨ Words can be rushed or spoken in spurts.
✨ The speaker may struggle to plan what to say, rather than being unable to say the words.

By contrast, a person who stutters usually knows exactly what they want to say but experiences a temporary block.

Because cluttering is less well-known, it’s often misidentified as stuttering, even by those who experience it themselves. Understanding the difference is the first step to supporting clear and confident communication.

27/11/2025

🗣️ How do you know if your child is really stuttering?

Many young children go through a normal stage of speech disfluency, especially between the ages of 2 and 3, when their language skills are developing rapidly. These “bumpy” moments are usually gentle, effortless, and come and go as your child thinks and speaks.

True stuttering, however, can sound and feel quite different. Speech may feel tense, stuck, or effortful, and your child might repeat sounds or syllables, stretch out words, or seem to get “stuck” mid-sentence.

You may notice: 👇
- Repetition of sounds or syllables (e.g. “b-b-ball”)
- Stretching out sounds (e.g. “ssssun”)
- Speech that feels tense, rushed, or blocked
- Avoidance of certain words or sounds

About 5% of children begin to stutter, usually between ages 2–4. The encouraging news? Around 75% of them outgrow stuttering naturally within 12–24 months.

While it’s not always possible to predict which children will recover on their own, research suggests that a child may be more likely to outgrow stuttering if:
- There’s no family history of stuttering
- The stuttering began before age 3
- It has lasted less than 6 months

If your child has been stuttering for more than 6 months, or shows signs of tension, frustration, or word avoidance, it’s best to consult a speech therapist who has experience in stuttering. Early support makes a real difference. 💛

25/11/2025

📱 Does screen time affect children’s language development?

Research shows that more screen time does not support language growth, in fact, it may hinder it. Studies consistently find:

A 2020 review of 42 studies reported that children who spent more time on screens had lower language skills.

Another study of 157 toddlers found that increased screen exposure was linked to poorer language development.

💡 Why? Language grows through interactive experiences, like talking, reading, and playing, not passive screen watching. Limiting screen time and engaging in conversation-rich activities can boost vocabulary, listening skills, and communication confidence.

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