AFEEFA FATHIMA
Speech-Language Pathologist - Bahrain Golden Visa Until 2034
Chennai
Summary
A self-motivated Speech-Language Pathologist seeking to leverage clinical expertise while continually expanding professional knowledge through innovative and creative techniques. Committed to empowering clients by providing effective, evidence-based interventions that enhance communication and overall quality of life. Experienced in conducting comprehensive evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering therapeutic interventions across diverse settings for clients with language, articulation, voice, fluency, and neurological speech disorders.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Interactive Minds Centre for Rehabilitation
11.2024 - Current
- Delivered up to 16 therapy sessions daily and conducted an average of 5 diagnostic assessments weekly.
- Conducted parent meetings to establish neuro-affirming, goal-oriented intervention plans and delivered targeted training to support generalization of therapy strategies in the home environment.
- Implemented primitive reflex integration techniques within therapy sessions to support motor coordination, regulation, and speech-language development.
- Implemented individualized sensory-based strategies (proprioceptive, tactile, visual, and vestibular) to enhance regulation, attention, and engagement during therapy sessions.
- Integrated the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) within therapy sessions to promote self-regulation, enhance auditory processing, and facilitate improved speech and language outcomes.
- Implemented metronome-based exercises to support arousal and attention, regulation and mind-body coordination, alongside the ReadON program to enhance attention, speech sound production, phonological awareness, and auditory-visual processing.
- Coordinated with the therapy team to oversee and ensure accurate, timely completion of SOAP notes for all sessions, maintaining high standards of clinical documentation and accountability.
- Participated in team meetings to identify challenges affecting the efficiency of therapy outcomes for individual children and collaboratively developed targeted exercises and frameworks to strengthen underlying skills.
- Implemented Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies using symboTalk, enhancing client engagement and increasing expressive communication in non-verbal individuals.
- Targeted oro-motor skills to enhance strength, range, and speed, and improved respiratory support using Maximum Phonation Time (MPT) in child with Down syndrome.
- Designed and maintained digital therapy schedules, documenting daily attendance digitally and session details to ensure accurate record-keeping and efficient workflow.
- Delivered targeted therapy to enhance executive functioning in children aged 5–16, improving attention, planning, organization, and cognitive flexibility to support academic performance and daily-life activities.
- Worked with children with Autism to address oral sensory issues, implementing strategies to desensitize oral hypersensitivity.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Abilities Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Centre
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for 16 children per week with varying degrees of speech and language difficulties improving communication difficulties by 30percent on average.
- Conducted comprehensive diagnostic evaluations using standardized tools to assess language, neuromotor function, articulation, fluency, and voice, guiding individualized therapy planning.
- Implemented Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies using Awaz, enhancing client engagement and increasing expressive communication in non-verbal individuals
- Monitored and recorded progress for clients, adjusting treatment plans to maximise outcomes and therapeutic goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address and ensure holistic care for individuals.
- Delivered targeted therapy for a client with puberphonia through structured, evidence-based techniques.
- Monitored and reinforced the importance of home programs, guiding families on implementation and addressing challenges through ongoing counseling.
- Conducted group therapy sessions designed to enhance peer interaction, collaborating with occupational therapists to integrate speech and OT goals within shared activities.
- Implemented structured play-based pretend play activities to boost intrinsic motivation, enabling minimally speaking clients to develop spontaneous speech and expand expressive vocabulary.
- Provided oral-motor rehabilitation using OPT to strengthen muscles, resulting in improved clarity and speech intelligibility in a client with dysarthria.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Little Village Center
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducting comprehensive diagnostic assessments to evaluate speech and language disorders in clients.
- Developing individualized therapy plans based on assessment results and client needs.
- Providing speech therapy to clients using evidence-based techniques and therapeutic exercises focusing on improving speech articulation, language comprehension, fluency, and social communication skills.
- Organizing, planning and providing group therapy.
- Training and supporting special needs children in utilizing PECS (Picture exchange communication system) to enhance their communication abilities.
- Developing individualized PECS programs for children using it, based on their unique needs and abilities.
- Collaborating with other special education professionals, educators, and caregivers to ensure holistic care.
- Maintaining accurate and organized client records and documentation monitoring client progress and making adjustments to therapy plans as necessary.
- Communicating effectively with clients and their families to educate them on therapy progress and techniques.
- Assisting teachers with updates, activity plans and modifications to curriculum for specific student needs including aiding them to use PECS with children who use it to communicate.
Interned as a Speech-Language Pathologist
SRIHER
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Organized and provided camp based assessment services and counselling in Cuddalore, kanchipuram, and Thiruvanmalai, Tamil Nadu.
- Developed the skill of conducting assessments in a fast-paced environment.
- Participated in a research project.
Speech-Language Pathologist(Curriculum Internship)
Vidya Sudha Special education school
07.2016 - 04.2019
- Conducted evaluations and assessments using appropriate test materials.
- Developed treatment goals based on the clients assessment reports.
- Implemented individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices and therapy techniques.
- Accurately documented observations at each intervention stage, and evaluations to keep track of and ensure efficient client care management and improvement.
- Provided education and counselling to the parents/caregivers about the clients rehabilitative care and activities.
- Planned activities with other clinicians and carried out group therapies.
Interned as a Speech-Language Pathologist
Vidya Sagar Special Education Centre
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Provided Speech therapy to individuals with language and speech disorders.
- Documentation of every session.
- Developed skills on creative therapy activities .
Volunteer as a Speech-Language Pathologist
Little Village Centre
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Assisted in carrying out therapy sessions for students with language and speech disorders.
- Developed the skill of implementing tangible reinforcement appropriately and effectively.
- Provided individual therapy to kids during classes.
- Observed, learnt and efficiently used AAC (Augmentative and Alternative communication devices) with two of my clients.
- Assisted in carrying out sensory classes for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Audiology And Speech Language Pathology
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education
Porur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 07.2015 - 04.2019
High School
The Indian School
Isa Town, Bahrain 04.2011 - 04.2015
Middle School -
The Asian School
Bahrain 04.2008 - 03.2011
Skills
Proficient in data collection using different language assessment tools
Developing treatment plans and goals
Documentation and record keeping
Counselling
Strengths
- Good Communication skills in my work environment.
- Passionate about learning new techniques and focusing on improvement.
- Ability to work in a team efficiently.
- Patient and organized in my work place.
- Adaptable to all kinds of work environment.
Personal Details
I am a married 26 years old female currently residing at 144, Zeenath House, Anna Nagar West, Chennai -600040
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Interactive Minds Centre for Rehabilitation
11.2024 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Abilities Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Centre
02.2024 - 11.2024
Speech-Language Pathologist
Little Village Center
07.2023 - 01.2024
Interned as a Speech-Language Pathologist
SRIHER
02.2019 - 04.2019
Interned as a Speech-Language Pathologist
Vidya Sagar Special Education Centre
06.2018 - 08.2018
Volunteer as a Speech-Language Pathologist
Little Village Centre
04.2018 - 05.2018
Speech-Language Pathologist(Curriculum Internship)
Vidya Sudha Special education school
07.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Audiology And Speech Language Pathology
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education
07.2015 - 04.2019
High School
The Indian School
04.2011 - 04.2015
Middle School -
The Asian School
04.2008 - 03.2011
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