Nicole Mlauzi is a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist based in Johannesburg, providing assessment and therapy for children and adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties.
She obtained her qualification in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Pretoria and has experience working in hospital and community settings, supporting individuals across the lifespan.
Nicole has worked with a diverse range of clients, including children with developmental delays and autism, as well as adults with neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, and dysarthria. Her approach to therapy is client-centred, practical, and compassionate, with a strong focus on functional communication and meaningful participation in everyday life. She is passionate about creating a supportive environment where clients and their families feel empowered and actively involved in the therapy process.
Nicole is committed to ongoing professional development and continuously expanding her clinical skills. Her additional training and workshops include:
- Comprehensive Fibreoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) Course
- Spinal Cord Injury Management Course
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Training for Neurodevelopmental Clinicians
- Developmental Delays Workshop
She is currently furthering her skills through:
- Makaton Level 1 (in progress)
- CAPMATT (in progress)
- PROMPT (Introduction) (in progress)
Through her work, Nicole strives to provide evidence-based, culturally responsive care tailored to each individual’s needs.