Speech & language therapy
Assessment and therapy for communication difficulties and unsafe swallowing, for both children and adults.
- Session length
- 40–45 minutes
- Typical plan
- 1–2 sessions per week over 8–12 weeks
Who it's for
- Communication loss after stroke or brain injury
- Children with delayed or unclear speech
- Coughing, choking or difficulty swallowing
- Voice strain and hoarseness
What a session includes
- Structured communication or swallow exercises
- Family and carer coaching in communication strategies
- Diet texture and safe-swallow guidance where relevant
- Play-based therapy for younger children
- A home practice plan between visits
Assessments we use
- Oro-motor examination
- Bedside swallow screening
- Speech intelligibility rating
- Language milestone screening (paediatric)
Equipment we bring
- Therapy picture and communication cards
- Paediatric play-based therapy kit
- Texture and consistency guides