Services for families
I provide assessment and therapy for children and young people who have a range of difficulties, including:
- Speech sound difficulties (including Developmental Verbal Dyspraxia)
- Difficulties with understanding language (understanding words, instructions, questions and conversations)
- Difficulties with vocabulary and word finding
- Difficulties with forming sentences (joining words together, missing small words out, putting words in the wrong order, having conversations)
- Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
- Difficulties with accessing education due to speech and language difficulties
- Delayed attention and listening skills
"We found Emma to be very helpful, kind and informed. Our son had real difficulty speaking and Emma calmly pointed us in the right direction, giving us tips on how we could help. Our son looked forward to Emma´s visits and benefited greatly for her input. It was just the right blend of organised play and learning for our child". Parent, Exeter
Assessment
After the initial enquiry it is usually possible to arrange an initial assessment within 2 weeks.
Before your assessment you will be asked to complete a case history form. This will include questions about your main concerns, details about your child’s communication strengths and difficulties and any relevant medical and developmental history. The assessment session usually lasts between 60-90 minutes and may involve:
Following the assessment the findings and recommendations will be discussed. A written report of the findings will be provided.
Please phone or email to enquire about the cost of the cost of the initial assessment. Prices vary depending on the type of assessment and length of report required.
Before your assessment you will be asked to complete a case history form. This will include questions about your main concerns, details about your child’s communication strengths and difficulties and any relevant medical and developmental history. The assessment session usually lasts between 60-90 minutes and may involve:
- Informal assessment through discussion and/or play
- Standardised tests of Speech and Language skills
- Observation
- Trial therapy activities where possible
Following the assessment the findings and recommendations will be discussed. A written report of the findings will be provided.
Please phone or email to enquire about the cost of the cost of the initial assessment. Prices vary depending on the type of assessment and length of report required.
Therapy
Therapy sessions usually last between 45-60 minutes, depending on the type of difficulty and age of the child. Therapy goals are based on assessment findings and what families wish to gain from therapy. The number and frequency of therapy sessions will be discussed and are individual to each child. In order to achieve the best results from therapy, families and /or schools are often required to carry out activities in between the sessions.
Therapy sessions cost £48 (for 45 mins) or £65 (for 1 hour). If you pay for a block of 6 therapy sessions in advance you receive a 10% discount.
Please be aware that Speech and Language Therapy services are available for free from your local NHS service: Children and Family Health Devon (speak to your child's Health Visitor or school or you can self-refer).
Therapy sessions cost £48 (for 45 mins) or £65 (for 1 hour). If you pay for a block of 6 therapy sessions in advance you receive a 10% discount.
Please be aware that Speech and Language Therapy services are available for free from your local NHS service: Children and Family Health Devon (speak to your child's Health Visitor or school or you can self-refer).