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SPEECH, LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION SUPPORT IN BERKSHIRE
Helping your child find their voice, in their own way and at their own pace
I'm Chelsea, an advanced speech and language therapist. I support children from birth to 10 with talking, understanding, play and communication, at home, in their nursery or school, or online. Whether your child is a late talker or communicates in ways that are uniquely theirs, we'll work out together what helps.
✓ Free 15-minute chat ✓ No GP referral needed ✓ I'll get back to you within 48 hours ✓ HCPC registered and RCSLT member
Does this sound familiar?
Every family I work with started somewhere. Maybe one of these is where you are right now.
They're not saying many words yet, and other children their age seem to be talking more
Family and friends find it hard to understand what they're saying
They find it tricky to follow instructions or understand what's being said
Their nursery or school has mentioned they'd like some support for communication
You'd like to understand how your autistic child communicates, and how to connect with them
You're on an NHS waiting list and want to get started sooner
You're not the only one, and you haven't done anything wrong. These are exactly the things I support families with. If one of them sounds familiar, get in touch and we'll talk it through.
How I can help
Every child is different, so support is always shaped around your child and your family.
Late talkers and early language
BABIES AND TODDLERS
For little ones who are slower to start talking or putting words together. I'll show you simple, playful ways to build language into your everyday routines.
Speech sounds and understanding
TODDLERS AND CHILDREN
For children whose speech is hard for others to understand, or who find it tricky to understand words, follow instructions or put sentences together.
Neurodiversity-affirming communication support
AUTISTIC CHILDREN AND THOSE EXPLORING A DIAGNOSIS
Support that respects how your child already communicates, whether that's words, signs, gestures or something else. We focus on connection, being understood and what matters to your child.
What happens next
Getting in touch doesn't commit you to anything. There's no such thing as a silly question.
You get in touch
Fill in the short form or email me. It helps to tell me:
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Your child's age
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Where you're based
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What's worrying you
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Which support you're interested in
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Any questions you have
I'll get back to you
I'll read everything properly and reply within 48 hours, usually sooner, with my thoughts on the best next step for your child.
We find the right support
Once you're ready, we'll arrange your first session at home, in your child's education setting or online.
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What parents say
Real words from families I've supported with communication.
★★★★★
"Chelsea has been amazing for helping our son with his speech development. She is so bright and warm he instantly adored her and really focused for the sessions which is difficult for him. She is patient and caring to him. Chelsea has really improved his speech development and has worked across his nursery settings to give them support too. We are so grateful to Chelsea for all she has done so far and feel very lucky to have her as our son’s speech and language therapist. We have been told by others that work with children with developmental delay such as our occupational therapy and community paediatrician that she is the best of the best and we completely agree with this."
Emma · Google review
★★★★★
"Thank you Chelsea. Having worked with Chelsea for almost 8 weeks now, the progress and difference it has made with our little girl has been amazing. She has learned to express herself, form sentences, understand emotion and be more descriptive with her language. It has been so convenient going into her nursery for weekly one on one sessions. The staff are so impressed with Chelsea's engagement and the tips they've picked up too.
Chelsea has been great. Easy to communicate with, flexible to work with our schedule, detailed feedback and wonderful commitment to helping our daughter. Chelsea is also very knowledgeable in her field, she plans purposefully with a breadth of awareness and consideration for our child's needs!"
Sacha · Google review
Where and how much
Support that fits around your family.
At home
Where your child feels most relaxed
In education settings
Nursery, preschool or school
Online
Video sessions, wherever you are
I'm based in Ascot and see families in person within around 30 miles. That includes Ascot, Sunningdale, Sunninghill, Virginia Water, Windsor, Bracknell, Binfield, Egham, Bagshot, Slough, Maidenhead and Reading, and further afield in places like Wokingham, Camberley, Staines, Woking, Farnborough, Guildford and Henley.
Not sure if you're in my area? Just ask.
Assessment with written report
A full look at your child's communication, with a detailed report
£200 in person or online
Assessment with targets and strategies
The same assessment, with targets and strategies instead of a full report
£160 in person or online
Feeding and communication assessment
Eating, drinking and communication together, with a written report
£470 in person
Therapy sessions
Ongoing 1:1 sessions for your child
£90 per hour in person or online
Nursery and school packages
Day rates for working in an education setting available
Please get in touch for a price
Mileage for home and setting visits is charged at 45p per mile. Not sure which is right for your child? Get in touch and I'll point you in the right direction.
Why trust me
Qualified since 2014, with specialist training in early language and communication, so your child is in safe, experienced hands.
Registered and accountable
PROFESSIONAL BODIES
HCPC registered
Health and Care Professions Council
RCSLT member
Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
ASLTIP
Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice
Specialist training
COMMUNICATION
Hanen trained
Helping parents build language through everyday moments
Makaton trained
Signs and symbols to support communication
Elklan trained
Supporting language in early years and school settings
Qualifications
TRAINING
BSc Speech and Language Therapy
City University, 2014
PGDip Paediatrics and Child Health
Imperial College London, 2021
Advanced Speech and Language Therapist
Quick questions
A few things parents often ask me.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can get in touch with me directly. You don't need a referral from your GP, health visitor or anyone else.
What ages do you support?
I support babies and children from birth up to 10 years old.
When should I get my child's talking checked?
It's worth getting in touch if your child isn't saying first words by 12 to 15 months, isn't putting two words together by 2, or is hard for others to understand from age 3. If you or their nursery or school have a niggling worry, that's reason enough too.
What happens during an assessment?
We'll talk through your child's history and what communication looks like day to day, and I'll spend time playing and chatting with your child. Afterwards you'll get clear next steps, either as a full written report or as targets and strategies, whichever you choose.
We're on an NHS waiting list. Can we still see you?
Yes. Lots of families see me while they wait, and I'm happy to share information with your NHS team so everyone is working together.
Can you work with my child's nursery or school?
Yes. I can visit your child's setting, share strategies with their staff and work alongside other professionals involved in their care.