Initially, I am happy to chat to you by phone or email to assess whether I am able to help with your child’s needs.
Assessment is usually carried out at your home. I will gather information through discussion, observation and direct intervention with your child.
Following the assessment, through discussion, we will agree a future plan. I will make recommendations, and demonstrate strategies that you can use, in order to help maximise your child’s communication development.
I will support you so that you are confident in carrying out these these strategies in everyday activities.
I am experienced in the use of Makaton signs and symbols and often recommend the use of visual support to aid verbal communication.
I am PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) trained, and may recommend the use of PECS to enable your child to communicate more effectively. I can give advice on setting up a picture exchange system and using it effectively in a variety of settings.
I work with many children and young people who have little or no verbal communication. I have experience of using Intensive Interaction, and can help implement this approach to support your child if they are at an early stage of communication development.