Who I Support

I work with children and young people who experience a range of communication needs, including:

Selective Mutism (SM)

Specialist assessment and therapy for children who find it extremely difficult to speak in certain situations or with certain people.

General Speech & Language Needs

I also support children with:

• Autistic Spectrum Condition
• Speech sound & articulation difficulties
• Delayed language
• Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
• Undiagnosed communication difficulties
• Social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Voice difficulties
• Learning difficulties
• Most communication-related challenges

My approach is evidence-based, calm and tailored to each child’s needs. 

What I Offer

Selective Mutism Assessment

• Specialist assessment for diagnosis
• EHCP reports
• Review assessments (if your child has an SM diagnosis but no EHCP)
• Annual Review reports (if your child has an existing EHCP) 

Selective Mutism Intervention

• Specialist training for schools and families
• Indirect intervention using evidence-based approaches such as:

– graded exposure

– sliding-in technique

• Structured, step-by-step programmes
• Support to build communication skills across home, school and community settings

My goal is to help your child communicate confidently and comfortably, at their own pace.

General Speech & Language Support

• Speech and language assessments

• EHCP reports and Annual Reviews

• Online speech and language therapy sessions

What I Don’t Provide Directly Online

Due to the nature of online therapy, I do not offer direct intervention for:

• Attention difficulties

• Sensory processing needs

However, I can provide:

Indirect support packages, including:

• Observation sessions

• Training for parents or school staff

• Practical strategies to support your child in daily environments

We can explore these options during your free 15-minute consultation or at your initial assessment to determine if a suitable package is available.

What You Can Expect

When you work with me, you can expect a calm, structured and supportive approach that is tailored to your child and your family.

• Online therapy via Zoom, delivered either directly with your child or through parent-led sessions, depending on your child’s individual needs.

• A written therapy plan with clear, SMART targets, structured intervention and contemporaneously written session notes, in line with HCPC professional standards.

• Gentle, evidence-based intervention, delivered at your child’s pace, with sensitivity to anxiety, confidence and emotional well being.

• Clear guidance for parents, so you understand what we’re working on and how to support progress between sessions.

• Practical activities and strategies to support generalisation and carry-over into everyday settings such as home, school and the wider community, where appropriate.

• Collaboration with schools and other professionals to promote a holistic and consistent approach when needed.

• Regular review points, including end-of-block reviews, to monitor progress, reflect on outcomes and plan next steps together.

Above all, therapy takes place in a safe, respectful space where your child’s communication needs come first and progress is built gradually and thoughtfully.