Comprehensive language, speech, and oral-motor assessments or screenings for children
Individual Therapy Sessions that focus on:
-Speech Sound Disorders: Targeting articulation and phonological difficulties
-Language Development: Supporting expressive and receptive language skills
-Stuttering/Fluency: Intervention for fluency difficulties
-Oral-Motor Skills: Strengthening and coordination for speech production
-Literacy Support: Pre-literacy and early reading/writing skills
-Social communication and interaction skills
I offer comprehensive development support. I work with the whole child, targeting all areas of development in an integrated approach:
-Physical Development: Gross and fine motor skills
-Communication & Language: Pre-linguistic skills to advanced language
-Cognitive Development: Including pre-numeracy and pre-literacy
-Social-Emotional: Self-regulation and emotional development
-Self-Help Skills: Independence in daily activities
-Sensory Processing: Supporting sensory integration needs
I offer support for parents and caregivers through;
-One-on-one coaching sessions,
-Home or online consultations,
-Strategy implementation support
-Progress monitoring and adjustment
-Communication techniques training
-Parent workshops on child development, behavior management strategies, communication enhancement techniques,supporting children with special needs, school readiness preparation and more
I have extensive experience supporting neurodivergent children and those with various conditions, including but not limited to:
Neurodevelopmental Conditions:
-Autism Spectrum Disorder: Communication, social skills, sensory needs, and cognitive development
-ADHD: Language organization, attention strategies, executive function, and learning support
Auditory Processing Disorder: Listening comprehension, processing speed, and learning adaptations
Genetic & Developmental Conditions:
-Down Syndrome and Other Genetic Conditions: Speech, language, cognitive development, and functional life skills
-Developmental Delays: Supporting all areas of development at your child's unique pace
-Global Developmental Delay: Holistic intervention addressing multiple developmental domains
Speech, Language & Learning Difficulties:
-Verbal Dyspraxia: Motor planning for speech with attention to overall coordination
-Dyslexia: Phonological awareness, reading, and compensatory strategies
-Language Disorders: Expressive and receptive language with cognitive support
-Learning Difficulties: Tutoring and strategies for academic success
Why a Holistic Approach Matters:
Children don't develop in isolated areas – communication, thinking, movement, and emotions are all interconnected. My dual expertise allows me to:
-Identify how different developmental areas impact communication
-Address underlying skills that support speech and language growth
-Provide tutoring that considers communication and learning needs
-Support the whole child, not just isolated skills
-Adapt strategies across home, school, and therapy settings
Every child is unique, and I celebrate neurodiversity while providing the comprehensive support each child needs to communicate, learn, and thrive.
I provide flexible service delivery to meet your family's needs:
-Home-Based Services which focus on the child's natural environment, a family-centered approach, sibling and family involvement and practical strategy implementation.
-School/Childcare Settings which focus on a collaborative team approach, classroom integration, teacher and staff support and peer interaction opportunities.
-Online Sessions (Teletherapy)
A more comfortable and convenient means of acessing therapy that is one-to-one but also with parent and sibling involvement or indirect via coaching and concultation with caregivers.
* Locations include Leiden and surrounding areas
With fluency in multiple languages and extensive experience with multicultural families, I provide culturally sensitive services for:
-Multilingual children and families
-International school communities
-Expatriate families
-Children navigating multiple languages
Initial Consultation:
We'll discuss your concerns, your child's strengths and challenges, and determine the best approach for support.
Assessment Process:
Comprehensive evaluation using standardised/formal and informal tools and observational assessments, always considering your child's cultural and linguistic background.
Intervention Planning:
Together, we'll develop a personalized plan that incorporates your child's interests, your family's goals, and evidence-based strategies.
Ongoing Support:
Regular progress reviews, strategy adjustments, and continuous communication to ensure optimal outcomes.
I strongly believe that therapy is dynamic and thus the treatment plan will change according to the needs of the child and the family. Which is why I value feedback and open communication with the whole family.
Get in touch for a free 20 min consultation
