THERAPY SERVICES
Diagnostic Assessments
Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
DLD is a hidden disability affecting 2 children in every average UK classroom of 30 children. It can impact a person’s learning and memory, social language, words, sentences, conversation and/or speech sounds. The condition is diagnosed by a Speech and Language Therapist. If you think your child could have DLD then get in touch to discuss your concerns.


Speech Sound
Disorders
A Speech Sound Disorder is a communication disorder where children have persistent difficulties saying sounds within words correctly. All children make pronunciation mistakes as they are learning to talk but a 3-year-old should be understood by strangers 75% of the time*. If they are not, then they should be assessed by a Speech and Language Therapist. A Speech Sound Disorder is an umbrella term that refers to difficulties due to a variety of causes. Only a Speech and Language Therapist can differentially diagnose Speech Sound Disorders
If you think your child could have a speech sound disorder then get in touch to discuss your concerns.
*Bowen, C. (2011). Table1: Intelligibility. Retrieved from http://www.speech-language-therapy.com/
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Sophie Williams MRCSLT is trained and experienced in the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-version 2) which is one of the few standardised ‘gold standard’ autism diagnostic assessments.
An autism diagnostic assessment is carried out by a Psychologist and a multi-disciplinary team who work together to complete different parts of a comprehensive assessment. We partner with My Autism Assessment to deliver autism diagnostic assessments. Alternatively, if you already have a trusted health professional who can complete parts of the diagnostic assessment and want to put us in touch please do by contacting us.


Sensory Processing Difficulties
Children may find certain sounds, textures, or movements overwhelming, while others might seek out sensory input to feel grounded. Others may have difficulties discriminating between different sensations and organising this information for sensory-motor based skills like speaking. Difficulties with Sensory Processing can be diagnosed by a Sensory Integration Practitioner however a ‘Sensory Processing Disorder’ is not currently recognised as an independent diagnosis in the UK.
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Our assessments involve a detailed exploration of sensory preferences, sensitivities, and behaviours,
combined with standardised tools, parent and caregiver input, and observational analysis using
specialist equipment in our sensory gym in Roundhay, Leeds.
This holistic approach helps us identify how sensory challenges may be impacting your child’s communication and learning, enabling us to create tailored strategies to support your child’s needs effectively. We are fortunate to work closely with our Occupational Therapist colleagues at Butterflies Holistic OT and are able to offer joint assessments where it is important to understand how sensory processing differences could be impacting your child’s daily life in terms of their fine and gross motor and self-care skills.