Post-Implant Auditory-Verbal Therapy (AVT)

Helping Cochlear Implant Users Learn to Listen and Speak

Receiving a cochlear implant is a powerful step toward better hearing—but real progress comes through consistent auditory-verbal therapy (AVT). At Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic, we specialize in Post-Implant AVT, helping children and adults with cochlear implants learn to interpret sound, develop speech, and communicate confidently.

AVT is a structured, family-centered approach that focuses on training the brain to listen using the auditory input from the implant. With professional guidance, patients—especially young children—can achieve age-appropriate language milestones, social participation, and academic success.

Who Needs Post-Implant AVT?

Auditory-Verbal Therapy is essential for:

• Children with cochlear implants, especially those under age 6

• Pre-lingual implant users who haven’t yet developed speech

• Post-lingual users who need help adjusting to sound and re-learning listening

• Parents and caregivers who want to actively support speech development

• Adults needing rehabilitation post-implant surgery

Without AVT, many implant recipients may hear sounds—but struggle to understand or use spoken language effectively.

What Does AVT Involve?

AVT focuses on developing spoken language through listening. Our therapy includes:

• Auditory training to help patients recognize and differentiate sounds

• Speech development exercises, including pronunciation and clarity

• Language-building strategies, such as vocabulary, sentence formation, and conversation skills

• Listening in real-world settings, including background noise and group communication

• Parental coaching, so families can reinforce therapy goals at home

• Progress tracking, with goals tailored to age and communication level

Therapy is play-based for children and interactive for adults, ensuring sessions are engaging, supportive, and goal-oriented.

How the AVT Program Works

At Umang, our AVT program is personalized and progressive:

1. Initial Evaluation: Assessment of auditory, speech, and language skills post-implant

2. Therapy Planning: Customized plan based on age, implant timeline, and language needs

3. Regular Sessions: Weekly or bi-weekly sessions with our trained speech-language pathologists

4. Home Practice Guidance: Strategies and activities for parents to use at home

5. Outcome Monitoring: Regular reviews to assess language milestones and therapy adjustments

Consistency is key—therapy typically continues for several months to years, depending on the individual’s progress and age at implantation.

Why Choose Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic?

RCI-Certified Therapists: Trained and experienced in AVT for both children and adults
Pediatric & Adult Expertise: Therapy plans tailored to developmental stage and learning style
Parental Involvement: We empower families to play an active role in therapy success
Integrated Support: From implant mapping to language building—all in one place
Track Record of Results: Proven success stories in post-implant speech and language development

Turn Sound into Speech, and Speech into Confidence

Hearing is only the beginning—listening, speaking, and connecting come with practice. Join our AVT program at Umang Speech and Hearing Clinic and unlock the full potential of your cochlear implant.