
About Me

My name is Ellie and I am an Independent Speech and Language Therapist based in St Neots Cambridgeshire.
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I am deeply passionate about delivering strength-focused, person-centred support, with all methods of communication considered as valid and equal. I am proud to be a neuroaffirming practitioner, recognising that neurodivergent people have unique strengths, interests and support needs.
Connection is so important to me and is an integral part of my practice. I prioritise fostering connection over compliance and changing the environment, not the child - they are great just as they are.
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I am fully insured and DBS checked. I am a member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and The Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice.
Do connect with me on Instagram and Facebook @riversidespeechtherapy where I post regularly. I share information and tips for supporting children with communication differences, as well as raising awareness of Speech and Language Therapy as a profession.
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My Experience
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I graduated with First Class Honours from the University of East Anglia in 2014. After graduating I worked in various roles as a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist for the NHS until June 2022. Since then, I have been passionately working as an Independent Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist in homes and educational settings.
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Clinical Experience
I have a vast clinical experience with a range of communication differences. My particular areas of interest include:
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Supporting children with speech sound difficulties, including Childhood Apraxia of Speech
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Supporting Early Speech and Language Development
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Providing affirming support for Neurodivergent children, including Gestalt Language Processors.
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Training
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I have experience of delivering training packages, including published packages as well as bespoke packages for schools, parents and Children's Centres.
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I have experience in delivering training in a range of areas including:
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Supporting primary school-aged children with speech, language and communication differences.
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Supporting children in the early years with their speech, language and communication development.
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Using signing alongside spoken language
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Using visuals in the educational environment
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