Initial Assessment
Starting therapy begins with understanding your child’s unique communication profile.
Before beginning therapy sessions, all clients are required to have a full initial assessment. If a recent comprehensive report (within the past 3 months) from a reputable speech and language therapist is available, an informal assessment session may be arranged instead.
What is an
Initial Assessment?
The initial assessment is a vital first step. It allows me to get a clear picture of your child’s strengths, challenges, and communication needs in order to tailor therapy effectively.
This session typically includes:
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Observation and interaction with your child
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Discussion with you as parents/carers
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Gathering background and developmental information
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Informal or formal assessment tasks, depending on need
What's Included?
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A face-to-face session (usually 1-1.5 hours)
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Observation, informal or formal assessment tasks
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Discussion with parents/carers
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Information gathering from relevant professionals (if needed)
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A 30-minute follow-up call or meeting to discuss results and recommendations
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Written feedback notes from assessment if required
What You'll Gain:
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Insight into your child’s communication profile
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Clarity on next steps
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An opportunity to ask questions and feel supported