I am a speech therapist working in the Espoo and Länsi-Vantaa areas. I previously worked at HUS Tietoteekki, where my responsibilities primarily included assessing communication aid needs for children and guiding their close ones in the use of these aids. This background has deepened my expertise in various communication solutions.
I have a broad interest in the rehabilitation of linguistic and speech motor difficulties, as well as communication and interaction challenges. I am comprehensively familiar with various augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) methods, such as communication books, and computer-based communication software (e.g., GoTalkNow, DialoQ Talk).
As a speech therapist, I am adaptive, empathetic, and encouraging. I strive to create safe and inspiring therapy situations for practicing new skills. I consider a good and trusting therapeutic relationship, as well as smooth cooperation with the client's close ones, to be extremely important.
I provide speech therapy in Finnish. I also provide guidance in English.
I have available slots for new Kela clients and self-paying clients.
CONTACT INFORMATION
040 123 8443
sofia.uotinen(at)mehilainen.fi
CORE COMPETENCIES
AAC
Language difficulties
Autism spectrum
Bilingualism / multilingualism
Multiple developmental disorders
Delayed speech and language development
Communication and interaction difficulties
Articulation Therapy
METHODS AND TRAINING
Empowering Interaction
Oral Placement Therapy: A Three-Part Treatment Plan (OPT 1)
From Sounds to Speech - Perspectives on Environmental Guidance in Articulation Therapy
Shared Moments: How to support young children's basic social communication skills