With over 30 years of experience as a speech pathologist, and more recently as a qualified teacher, I support children, adolescents and adults navigating challenges in language, literacy and communication.
I look beyond surface-level difficulties to understand the underlying language and learning skills that shape reading, writing and communication, and what's really getting in the way.
I began my career working within the Department for Education, supporting children in schools and preschools. Over time, my work expanded into consultancy roles across independent and Catholic school systems, as well as clinical work in specialist paediatric settings. I have also worked as a diagnostician in Autism Spectrum Disorder assessment within multidisciplinary teams. I now run my own private practice, supporting children and families.
Across these settings, I have supported children with a wide range of language, literacy and communication needs, from early identification through to targeted intervention. This breadth of experience has given me a strong understanding of how these systems work in practice, and how to help families navigate them with clarity and confidence.
My work as a speech pathologist is strengthened by my training as a teacher. There is significant overlap between language, literacy and learning, and I chose to further my qualifications to deepen my understanding of how these skills are taught and applied in the classroom.
Working part-time in a Year 1 classroom keeps me closely connected to the everyday experience of learning: the small victories, the frustrations, and the courage it takes to try again.
Progress happens when children feel safe, seen and unhurried. My approach is calm, structured and collaborative, with careful attention to emotional safety as well as learning needs, because I truly believe in every child's potential.
Using evidence alongside knowledge of your child to create meaningful therapy goals and intervention strategies.
Recognising each child's unique strengths and creating a safe environment for learning.
Working with children, parents and educators to ensure therapy is relevant.
If you have concerns about your child's communication, language or literacy, get in touch. We can talk through your concerns and explore whether speech pathology support is the right next step.
