Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed

About Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed

I am an experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher with a Master’s Degree in Special Education from Flinders University, Australia. I have 8 years of experience working with children with a wide range of special needs, including autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities.

Language Disorder in Bilingual (Khmer–English) Children: Myths, What’s Typical, and Red Flags

Speech Therapy Services Parents often wonder whether growing up with two languages causes delays. It doesn’t. Language Disorder in Bilingual (Khmer–English) Children is not created by bilingualism; it’s a distinct difficulty with understanding and/or using language—across [Read More]

AAC at OrbRom Center: Giving Every Child a Way to Be Heard

Speech Therapy Services October is International AAC Awareness Month, a great time to spotlight AAC at OrbRom Center and how it helps children communicate at home, at school, and across Phnom Penh. AAC (Augmentative and Alternative [Read More]

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World Cerebral Palsy Day – October 6

World Cerebral Palsy Day is a global reminder to champion inclusion, access, and evidence-based support for children with CP. For families in Phnom Penh, it’s also a useful checkpoint: Are we tracking strengths and challenges, using the right [Read More]

International AAC Awareness Month: Giving Every Child a Voice

Speech Therapy Services October is International AAC Awareness Month, a time to spotlight tools and strategies that help children communicate when speech alone isn’t enough. At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, we support families exploring AAC—low-tech options [Read More]

Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Building Inclusion in Cambodia

Developmental Assessments October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time to highlight acceptance, inclusion, and practical support for children with Down syndrome. Across Cambodia, this observance is a reminder that with the right guidance, [Read More]

ODD vs. ADHD vs. Anxiety in Classrooms: Signs and Response Strategies

Developmental Assessments In schools, it’s common to see students who struggle with attention, behavior, or emotional regulation. But not every challenging behavior points to the same underlying issue. Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and [Read More]

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Dysgraphia: A Clear Parent-Friendly Guide

When a child can think of great ideas but struggles to get them down on paper, dysgraphia might be the reason. Unlike simple “messy handwriting,” dysgraphia is a learning difficulty in written expression. It affects handwriting, spelling, grammar, [Read More]

Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder (SPCD) How It Differs from ASD + Classroom Supports

Speech Therapy Services When a student struggles with conversation, taking turns, or understanding non-literal language, Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder (SPCD) might be the reason. Unlike Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), SPCD centers on the social use of [Read More]

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Auditory Processing Disorder (APD): School Symptoms, Smart Accommodations, and Local Assessment Reality

Developmental Assessments When a child can hear but struggles to make sense of what they hear, Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) may be the reason. In Phnom Penh classrooms, APD can look like inattention or “not following [Read More]

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Childhood Apraxia of Speech: A Deep Guide for Parents

Speech Therapy Services When a child struggles to say words clearly despite knowing exactly what they want to communicate, parents often wonder if it’s more than a speech delay. Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a [Read More]