Speech and Language Therapy
"The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said." - Peter Drucker
About Me
Qualifications
Raksha, Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist
BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy
Registered with the Health Care Professions Council
Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy
Experience
Since Graduating in 2014 from the University of East Anglia, I had been fortunate to start my journey as a Speech and Language Therapist with the NHS, Virgin Care, I then went on to work for Surrey County Council where my caseload consisted of mainstream and specialist schools. Since then I have worked in special schools and specialist provisions run by Independent Educational Providers, in order to support pupils with additional needs, Social Emotional and Mental Health needs and Neurodiverse Individuals. Throughout the different companies I have worked for I have held a variety of roles. I have worked as a:
Senior speech and Language Therapist, Outcomes First Group
Lead Speech and Language Therapist, Outcomes First Group- Overseeing the Speech and language therapy team and services within a large school over 3 sites.
Senior Speech and Language Therapist, Witherslack Group - Overseeing the Speech and language therapy team and services within schools and care homes within a large region.
Services Offered
We provide a range of services for children, addressing various communication and Language difficulties. Here are some key areas we focus on:
- Assessment and Diagnosis: Evaluating speech, language, and communication skills to identify any delays or disorders.
- Articulation Therapy: Helping children improve their pronunciation and clarity of speech.
- Language Development: Supporting children with expressive and receptive language skills, including vocabulary development and understanding language.
- Social Communication Skills: Teaching pragmatic language skills to help children understand social cues and engage in conversations.
- Parent and Caregiver Education: Offering guidance and strategies for parents to support their child's communication development at home.
These services are tailored to each child's individual needs, helping them develop essential communication skills for everyday life.
Welcome to Watch Me Talk Speech Therapy
Speech and language development is crucial for children for several reasons:
- Communication Skills: Effective speech and language skills enable children to express their thoughts, needs, and feelings, facilitating interaction with peers and adults.
- Social Development: Language is key for building relationships. It helps children engage in conversations, share experiences, and develop friendships.
- Cognitive Development: Language skills are closely linked to cognitive processes. They help children think critically, solve problems, and understand complex ideas.
- Academic Success: Strong language skills are foundational for reading and writing. Children who develop these skills early are more likely to succeed in school.
- Emotional Expression: Being able to articulate emotions and experiences helps children manage feelings and navigate social situations more effectively.
- Cultural Understanding: Language is a vehicle for cultural expression. Learning language helps children connect with their heritage and understand the world around them.
Fostering speech and language development sets the stage for lifelong communication skills and overall well-being.