About Gaby
I am a Speech and Language Therapist with over 20 years’ experience. I began my career working in the NHS before setting up my own independent practice, Speech Therapy Sessions. I’m friendly and approachable, and I aim to create a space where children and their families feel comfortable, confident and ready to engage. I work collaboratively with parents, carers and teachers to support children’s communication within their everyday lives and interactions. I’m particularly interested in the foundation skills that help children connect with the people around them. I continue to develop my practice through ongoing training and professional development, drawing on evidence-informed approaches to provide therapy that is tailored to each child and family.
Professional memberships and qualifications
- BA hons in modern languages, French and Spanish, 1995-1999, Manchester University .
- Postgraduate Diploma Speech and Language Therapy, City University London, 2002 -2004
- Member of Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
- Member of Independent Association of Speech and Language Therapists (ASLTIP)
- Advanced safeguarding level 2 certificate
- Up to date DBS Certificate
Examples of Training/approaches
- David Hyerle’s Thinking Maps
- The Derbyshire Language Scheme
- Lego ® Therapy training by Magic Words Therapy
- Lis’ n Tell: Live inclusive Story Telling introductory workshop
- Nuffield Dyspraxia Programme Training, Levels 1-4
- Michael Palin Centre training for SLTs for children who stammer
- Tools for Tele-practice, by Alyson Hendry
- Verveing with Parents (Keena Cummins) – Developing parent confidence to develop their child’s emerging communication skills
- Verveing with practioners (Keena Cummins)– Developing teaching staff confidence in supporting children’s communication and interaction skills
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