Speech and Language Therapy
Communication is one of the main areas of difficulty experienced by individuals on the Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Due to the variation in the type and severity of speech, language and communication difficulties amongst Autistic people, speech and language therapy intervention will be individualised for each individual.
Who can benefit from Speech & Language Therapy?
Communication is one of the main areas of difficulty experienced by individuals on the Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Due to the variation in the type and severity of speech, language and communication difficulties amongst Autistic people, speech and language therapy intervention will be individualised for each individual.
Some will have spoken language and may only experience difficulties in their social communication, whilst others will be completely non-verbal (unable to speak). Speech and language therapy may work on areas of need such as
Expressive language
Receptive language
Social skills
Non-verbal communication (facial expressions, gesture and body language)
Alternative and Augmentative Communication
OUR MULTI-DISCIPLINARY SERVICES
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Clinical Psychology
Our psychologists are involved in the process of diagnosing both children and adults as autistic. We recommend appropriate treatment programs, and support the process of evaluation, benchmarking and ongoing assessment.
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Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy is an evidence-based profession that seeks to enable a person to engage in everyday activities that they need, want, and/or have to do, that are necessary, meaningful, and supportive for everyday life.
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Family Therapy
Description gThe benefits of talking therapies for Autistic individuals and their family members can improve communication and coping, mental health and well-being.oes here