Speech Therapist

An initial free of charge telephone consultation will be offered

This is an opportunity for you and your family member to discuss your communication difficulties and to find out what speech and language therapy can do to help. You are invited to ask questions before committing to an initial assessment.

An assesment of speech, language and communication skills:

This will take approximately take an hour to complete. A discussion will gather a comprehensive case history. This will be followed by dynamic assessment and observations as appropriate. Information about the nature of the communion difficulty will be offered and a treatment plan jointly agreed. Verbal advice will be provided with a discussion about possible goals.

Individual therapy session:

These sessions will last 45 minutes. The number of sessions within a block of therapy is flexible and dependent upon the aims of your personal treatment plan. Appropriate resources will be used to target specific therapy goals. Ideas and activities will be discussed for appropriate practice at home.

Review therapy session:

These sessions will last 45-60 minutes. Re-assesment may be used to demonstrate progress and identity areas of difficulty. Further therapy aims will be considered and discussed, as required.