Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) Assessment & Therapy
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) affects how the brain interprets and uses sound, even when basic hearing may be normal. SpeakClearly provides APD assessment and support from our Jukskei Park practice for children, adults and families across Johannesburg North.
What is Auditory Processing Disorder?
APD is a condition where the brain has difficulty processing auditory information, even when hearing is normal. It affects how the central nervous system uses auditory information.
Signs of APD in Children
- Difficulty hearing in noisy environments (like classrooms)
- Struggling to follow multi-step instructions
- Frequently asking “what?” or “huh?”
- Difficulty distinguishing between similar sounds
- Poor listening skills or easily distracted
- Academic struggles, particularly with reading and spelling
Our APD Assessment Process
Our comprehensive APD assessment involves specialised tests to evaluate how the brain processes sound. Following the assessment, we provide a detailed report and individualised management plan, which may include auditory training, environmental modifications and compensatory strategies. Learn more about our professional registration and clinical standards.
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Accessing this service in Johannesburg North
SpeakClearly is based in Jukskei Park and supports families from Fourways, Douglasdale, Lonehill, Bryanston, Sandton, Sunninghill, North Riding, Randburg and nearby Johannesburg North suburbs. Teletherapy is available separately for appropriate goals.
Ready to discuss an assessment?
Contact SpeakClearly to ask about the most appropriate assessment or therapy pathway for your concern.
Clinical standards & professional registration
See SpeakClearly’s professional registration and clinical standards and clinical content standards.
Auditory processing assessment for Bryanston and Johannesburg North families
Families from Bryanston and nearby Johannesburg North suburbs can contact SpeakClearly about auditory processing assessment and support from our Jukskei Park practice.
Auditory processing support for Sandton families
Families in Sandton can also view our dedicated auditory processing assessment Sandton page.