Speech & Language Therapy from Laura
Introducing Laura
I’ve worked across different NHS trusts and independent practice for 23 years.
I’ve been privileged to support families and education colleagues to assist children between 0-22 years in developing their communication skills and confidence daily.
I enjoy working across multiple ages and needs creating bespoke packages, using evidenced-based approaches. I’ve been involved in national research projects and can deliver accredited specialist training/therapy programmes. It gives me joy seeing families meet the goals they choose.
I have worked in mainstream and specialist provisions helping children with a range of difficulties including:
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Understanding and talking, including Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
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Speech sounds
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SEMH
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Autism
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Selective mutism (situational mutism)
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Stammering
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Speech sounds,
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Early communication and social interaction
I passionately believe in early speech therapy and a collaborative approach with both children and parents to decide their priorities.
I look forward to chatting with you about your own priorities and the next steps in choosing a SLT.
What SLT we can Offer
Initial Assessment - £150.00, plus relevant mileage & travel costs.
This is a needs-based appointment, either online via Zoom or face-to-face. The session can last between 45 and 90 minutes at the therapist’s discretion, this will depend on the client’s needs.
The Initial Assessment includes:
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It is essential that Parents/Guardians are present throughout the entire assessment.
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An in-depth discussion to derive the primary concern for referral.
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Face-to-face time and liaison. A case history will be taken from the client and parents/guardians.
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Evidence-based practice and techniques. These will be used by the therapist to complete assessments with the client. Notes and/or videos can be taken with consent.
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A Follow-up plan. This will be explained in a written summary report. The therapist will also discuss whether further sessions will be needed.
Standard Therapy/Intervention Session - £80, plus relevant mileage & travel costs.
This includes a 30 to 45 minute speech therapy/intervention session, and 10–15 minutes for evaluation and planning for future sessions. The visit could be longer if deemed necessary by the therapist. This will happen only after a fee for this is discussed and agreed upon with you/the client. This will incur an additional therapy fee to cover the time taken.
The sessions are a mix of formal and informal conversation, as well as formal or play-based tasks where appropriate. In line with current evidence-based practice treatment might be dynamic in approach. General techniques will be demonstrated and explained within this time. Progress will not be likely to be made if you do not try the recommended techniques regularly i.e. every day or as advised.
It is usual practice to offer an agreed number of treatment sessions, and to then review options at the end. However, individual differences in progression rates and learning of therapeutic skills can make it difficult to estimate the exact number of therapy sessions necessary. Clients are free to withdraw themselves from therapy at any time. Equally, if your therapist feels that the therapy is not being effective, this will be discussed with you. The therapist may recommend terminating sessions. Referral to NHS or other relevant service providers will be discussed if necessary
