Liezel Kotze – Audiologist and Speech Therapist – Bellville

Liezel Kotze - Audiologist and Speech Therapist - Bellville

Liezel Kotze - Audiologist and Speech Therapist - Bellville who founded Hearing Balance Cape Town after earning her degree from the University of Stellenbosch in 1990. As practice owner, she has led clinical excellence for over 24 years, expanding to four branches equipped with computerized audiometers, video head-impulse test systems, and real-ear measurement devices. Consequently, patients across Cape Town’s northern suburbs access accurate assessments and tailored interventions close to home. Moreover, Liezel blends her technical expertise with a compassionate approach, ensuring each individual feels heard and supported.

At Hearing Balance Cape Town, Liezel emphasizes a personalized patient experience. She collaborates closely with clients to identify lifestyle goals and communication needs. Furthermore, she integrates state-of-the-art equipment—such as sound-treated booths and teleaudiology platforms—to deliver precise diagnostics and convenient remote care. Therefore, both in-clinic and virtual patients benefit from seamless service and continuity.

Services

• Diagnostic Hearing Tests
  Liezel performs comprehensive evaluations—including pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, and tympanometry—to pinpoint hearing loss type and severity. As a result, she crafts prevention and rehabilitation plans that align with individual lifestyles.

• Newborn and Paediatric Screening
  She uses otoacoustic emissions (OAE) and auditory brainstem response (ABR) protocols for early detection of hearing issues. Consequently, children at risk receive timely interventions that support speech and language development.

• Balance and Vestibular Assessments
  Through videonystagmography (VNG) and rotary chair testing, Liezel diagnoses vestibular disorders like BPPV and Menière’s disease. Moreover, she prescribes customized vestibular rehabilitation exercises to restore stability and confidence.

• Hearing Aid Selection and Fitting
  Offering a range of digital hearing aids, she programs devices with real-ear measurements for optimal performance. Thus, patients enjoy improved speech clarity and listening comfort in diverse environments.

• Implantable Hearing Solutions
  Liezel facilitates cochlear implant candidacy evaluations and collaborates with surgical teams for implant programming. Therefore, clients with profound hearing loss gain access to life-changing technology.

• Tinnitus Management
  She delivers sound therapy, counselling, and habituation techniques that reduce the impact of persistent ear noise. Consequently, patients learn coping strategies that enhance daily quality of life.

• Auditory Processing Assessments
  Assessing central auditory processing with specialized tests, she recommends targeted listening training programs. As a result, individuals with processing difficulties improve comprehension and communication skills.

• Speech and Language Therapy
  Liezel evaluates and treats articulation disorders, language delays, and voice disorders using evidence-based approaches. Furthermore, she collaborates with families to reinforce skills at home and school.

• Hearing Protection and Custom Ear Moulds
  She designs custom ear protection for musicians, swimmers, and industrial workers. Consequently, clients safeguard their hearing while engaging in work or leisure activities.

Additional Information

Hearing Balance Cape Town maintains an on-site hearing aid laboratory for repairs and mould manufacturing, along with mobile assessment units for community outreach. As a result, clients receive consistent, high-quality care regardless of location. Moreover, the centre’s secure telehealth technology ensures accessible follow-up consultations for those with mobility or distance constraints.

Liezel’s commitment to professional growth leads her to attend international conferences on implant technology, vestibular rehabilitation, and teleaudiology. Therefore, she continuously integrates the latest evidence-based interventions into practice. Ultimately, her blend of technical mastery and genuine compassion empowers clients to achieve their communication goals.

Schedule a consultation today to begin your journey to better hearing and confident speech.