
For years, my son couldn't talk at all. He learnt to use an NHS-funded speech device at the age of five, which he still uses today.
I was desperate to understand why he couldn't talk, and secured an adapted speech assessment on the NHS, which resulted in a speech disorder diagnosis: Childhood Apraxia of Speech—this unlocked access to intensive speech therapy sessions.
Today, at the age of 12, he can now say many words using his mouth, and still uses his trusty speech device, nicknamed Monty, wherever he goes.
My expertise in supporting my son inspired my popular Facebook blog page, Tap Type Talk, and now my business, where I help other families who are looking for support and information about communication solutions and some friendly, parent-led, professional guidance.
Why not pop me a message or take a look at my Services page to see how I can help you?
"Why isn't he talking? It can't just be autism" podcast in collaboration with Speech Apraxia International: Listen here
Sharing my expertise in schools and with organisations like Mikey's Wish and Speech Apraxia International.
"Seeing your lovely boy have more of a voice has spurred me on to push for a speech device for my son." - Parent/carer of a non-speaking, autistic child.
Professional licence for the most popular speech apps (see FAQs for which ones I can help you with).
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