Supporting Communication Development Through Occupational Therapy in Phnom Penh

At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, communication is at the heart of everything we do. Strong communication skills are essential for building relationships, succeeding academically, and participating actively in daily life. Occupational therapy can play a vital role in supporting children who need extra help with expressive and receptive communication, especially when combined with sensory regulation and motor planning strategies.

How Occupational Therapy Supports Communication

While speech therapy is often the first service families think of for communication challenges, occupational therapy also plays a powerful supportive role. Many communication difficulties are linked to underlying issues such as:

• Poor postural control affecting breath support for speech

• Sensory processing challenges interfering with attention and listening

• Fine motor challenges impacting gesture use or sign communication

• Delays in social-emotional regulation needed for back-and-forth interaction

Occupational therapy addresses these foundational skills, helping children develop the physical and sensory readiness needed for effective communication.

Our Approach at OrbRom Center

At OrbRom Center, our occupational therapists collaborate closely with speech therapists and families to create integrated intervention plans. Through play-based activities, sensory integration techniques, and structured social interactions, we help children build the foundational motor, sensory, and emotional regulation skills that support expressive and receptive communication.

We also empower parents with strategies they can use at home to reinforce communication development in daily routines, making learning a natural, joyful experience for the child.

Early Support Leads to Brighter Outcomes

Children who receive early, holistic support for communication challenges are better equipped to engage with peers, perform in school, and express their needs confidently. Occupational therapy at OrbRom Center offers a compassionate, personalized approach to unlocking every child’s communication potential.

If you notice your child having difficulty with communication skills, Occupational Therapy Services at OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh can provide the specialized support they need to thrive.