My story so far
I am a qualified speech and language therapist with a BSc. Honors degree in Clinical Communications (City University) and MSc. in Human Communications (UCL). I am a registered member of RCSLT (Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists) and ASLTIP (Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice) and I am registered with HCPC. I have carried out extensive CPD in areas including: Impacts of trauma on learning, Developing trauma informed classrooms, Literacy Development and Dyslexia, Makaton, Lego Therapy, Safeguarding, First Aid, Prevent, Outdoors Learning, Team Teach and Beach and Water Safety.
I worked for the NHS in London and West Sussex developing and providing speech and language therapy services to nurseries and schools; This included providing training for teaching staff on how to support children with speech, language and communication needs.
I set up a private practice and delivered group and individual therapy to children at home, in children's homes and in schools. I provided specialist reports for EHCPs and Educational Tribunals.I worked with children who have Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Speech difficulties (including phonological disorders), Downs Syndrome, Selective Mutism and Stammers.
More recently I have been employed directly by a residential school for students with SEMH needs, in this role I worked closely with the teaching and residential staff to help meet the needs of every student. I developed a whole school oracy curriculum, provided group and individual language and literacy therapy, carried out assessments, provided reports, programs, Individual Learning Plans and staff support and training.
My Approach
My approach is centered around individualised assessments and evidence-based therapies that cater to the specific needs of each child. All my interventions are grounded in the latest research and best practise.
I provide comprehensive assessments, therapy, ongoing support, and training for families and school staff to ensure consistent progress. By fostering a collaborative environment, we empower children to thrive in their communication abilities, leading to improved confidence, better learning outcomes and improved social skills.
For Speech and Language Therapy in school to be most effective it must take place across the whole curriculum and be integrated into every aspect of the day, with staff and parents confident in how to differentiate their teaching and communication to meet the specific needs of each child.
I provide assessments and therapy in my clinic but also at home, in class, outdoors in nature and on the beach.