Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, BSc (Hons), PgCert, MRCSLT, MHCPC.
I worked as an NHS Speech and Language Therapist with the Wiltshire Speech and Language Therapy Team for 10 years. I have a BSc in Speech and Language Pathology from the University of Strathclyde and a Post Graduate Certificate in Evidence Based Practice in Communication Disorders from Newcastle University.
Some children see the world differently and can find it difficult to share attention, interact, play and communicate with others. Does your child find interacting and playing with others hard? Does your child need help to look, notice and enjoy interacting with you more? Do you need help introducing PECS at home or in pre-school? Are they finding it difficult to understand language or use their words to communicate? Please read more about how I can help:
Learn MoreLearning to understand words and to talk are amazing skills that we often take for granted. Some children find it more challenging to learn and use language and need some support to help them. Does your child find it challenging to understand and say new words? Do they find it hard to listen and follow instructions? Are you concerned they are not talking yet or using shorter sentences than their friends of a similar age? Read more about how I can help:
Learn MoreThe English language has so many different speech sounds. Learning how to choose, plan and say the right sounds in words is a complex skill and one that your child may be struggling with. Does your child talk with immature sounding speech? Are there sounds they cannot, or really struggle to say? Do they have a lisp? Do they have a speech disorder or verbal dyspraxia and need regular and more specialist therapy support? Are they under 5 or primary school age? Please read more about how I can help
Learn MoreBeing able to quickly and easily say your name, ask a question, tell a joke, share your news from the weekend or ask for directions are things we do everyday. For some children and young people though, getting their words out easily and fluently can be a real challenge. Does your child repeat words at the beginning of their sentences? Do some words get stretched out or completely stuck? Are they reluctant to talk in class, or with new people, because of their stammer? Do you want advice and strategies in how best to support your child with their fluency at home? Are they aged between 2 and 7yrs ? Read more about how I can help
Learn MoreHanen: More Than Words parent programme As a parent, you know how challenging it can be for your child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other social communication difficulties to interact meaningfully with others and connect with the world around them. The More Than Words Programme was designed specifically for parents of children ages 5 and under who have Autism or other social communication difficulties. The programme provides parents with the tools, strategies and support they need to help their children reach their full communication potential. Please read more about this programme
Learn MoreCovering North Wiltshire including Chippenham, Calne, Malmesbury, Corsham, Bath Easton, Melksham.