Frances Egan is a compassionate Speech and Language Therapist at Strubensvalley Therapy Centre in Roodepoort, Gauteng. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Therapy from the University of Stellenbosch in 2019, graduating with honours. Afterward, she completed her community service year at a rural district hospital in Mpumalanga. During that time, she assessed and treated children with speech sound disorders, language delays, and fluency challenges. Moreover, she collaborated with paediatricians and occupational therapists to develop holistic intervention plans. Consequently, these early experiences deepened her commitment to early childhood intervention.
Since 2021, Frances has worked in both private practice and educational settings. She designed group and individual programs in government schools to support learners with language impairments and social communication difficulties. Furthermore, she initiated parent workshops that equipped caregivers with practical strategies. Currently, Frances is pursuing a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Intervention through the University of Pretoria. This advanced training enhances her ability to craft evidence-based programs for children and their families. In addition, she regularly presents case reviews to her multidisciplinary team, ensuring every therapy plan reflects best practices.
Services
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Speech and Language Assessments: Frances conducts comprehensive evaluations to identify phonological, morphosyntactic, and pragmatic difficulties. She uses both standardized tests and dynamic assessments to capture each child’s strengths.
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Articulation Therapy: She implements targeted exercises and oral motor drills to correct sound errors, boosting speech clarity and intelligibility.
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Language Intervention: Through play-based storytelling, guided conversation, and visual supports, she enhances both receptive and expressive language skills.
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Fluency Therapy: She employs evidence-based techniques to manage stuttering, such as controlled airflow and gentle onset strategies.
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Voice Therapy: By teaching vocal hygiene and targeted voice exercises, she treats dysphonia and other voice disorders.
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): For non-verbal or minimally verbal children, she introduces communication boards and high-tech devices.
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Parent and Caregiver Training: She provides hands-on coaching, modeling home activities that reinforce therapy goals.
By integrating interactive apps and visual supports, Frances creates engaging sessions that motivate children. Additionally, she collaborates with educational psychologists to align therapy objectives with school curricula.
Additional Information
Strubensvalley Therapy Centre offers state-of-the-art facilities, including specialized therapy rooms equipped with interactive smart boards, auditory processing stations, and observation windows for family involvement. Consequently, each environment supports focused, child-centred intervention. Frances conducts monthly progress meetings with caregivers to celebrate gains and revise goals. Moreover, she provides secure teletherapy options to ensure continuity of care for families outside Roodepoort.
In addition to her clinical work, Frances leads community workshops on early communication development. These sessions teach caregivers how to use everyday routines to support language growth. Furthermore, she volunteers at local support groups for children with hearing impairments, sharing her expertise in communication strategies. Through her active membership in professional bodies, she stays current with emerging research and technologies. Therefore, clients benefit from interventions grounded in the latest evidence.
Frances’s combination of professional excellence and heartfelt dedication ensures every child feels supported and empowered. If you seek a therapist who delivers personalized, evidence-based care within a warm, collaborative setting, schedule a consultation today with Frances Egan at Strubensvalley Therapy Centre.
