Speech & Language Therapists
Speech and language therapists help children who struggle with talking, understanding language, or communicating socially. Early intervention leads to the best outcomes.
Typical cost
£60 – £120 per session
NHS wait
3 – 12 months
Session length
45 – 60 minutes
7 providers found
Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice (ASLTIP)
Speech & Language Therapist
The Association of Speech and Language Therapists website, provides a search facility where you can find and buy qualified and registered speech and language therapy services. This can include assessments and ongoing support. It is also possible to search by speciality, age and distance from your home.All association members are registered members of both the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and the health and care professions council and are committed to good business standards.
Bromley Healthcare Community Paediatrics
Speech & Language Therapist
Bromley Healthcare specialist community paediatric team works alongside other community health services (such as speech and language therapists, health visitors, school nurses, psychologists), hospitals, schools, social services and voluntary agencies to deliver holistic care for children.They provide medical care for children with disabilities and special needs e.g. developmental difficulties, autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and genetic disorders.
Bromley Healthcare Speech and Language Therapy, children
Speech & Language Therapist
The speech and language service works with children, families, carers and staff in pre-schools and schools, to help children’s communication skills. They give practical advice and support through training for families, teachers and staff.They also provide support for children with swallowing difficulties.
Early Communication Group/Speech and Language sessions (Everton Childrens Centre)
Speech & Language Therapist
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Speech & Language Therapist
Information about speech and language impairment for parents, and training and advice for professionals.
SENsational Tutors
Speech & Language Therapist
SENsational Tutors specialise in providing services for students aged 4 to 25 with SEND including those with: autism (ASC), PDA, ADHD/ADD, anxiety, trauma, processing/sensory needs, speech and language needs, mental health needs, SEMH, dyspraxia (DCD), dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other additional needs.
The Sequal Trust
Speech & Language Therapist
The Sequal Trust are a communication disability charity that aims to improve the quality of life for those living with severe learning disabilities, mobility issues and communication difficulties. They know that finding and funding the right electronic communication aid can be challenging and costly, so their dedicated team are here to help every step of the way. It doesn’t matter if someone has incoherent speech or is completely non-verbal, when they become a member of The Sequal Trust, they wi
Finding the right speech and language therapist
Speech and language therapists (SLTs) work with children who have difficulties with communication — whether that's forming sounds, building sentences, understanding what others say, or using language socially. Early intervention makes a real difference, and many parents find that regular therapy sessions lead to noticeable progress within months.
What they do
SLTs assess all aspects of your child's communication: their ability to understand spoken language, express themselves, use speech sounds correctly, and interact socially. Therapy programmes are tailored to each child and might include structured activities, play-based techniques, visual supports, or parent-coaching so you can reinforce strategies at home.
When to seek help
If your child isn't meeting speech milestones, is difficult to understand by age 3, struggles to follow instructions, has trouble finding the right words, or finds social communication challenging (common in autism), it's worth seeking an SLT assessment. Health visitors and nursery staff can often flag early concerns, but don't wait for a referral if you're worried.
What to expect
An initial assessment usually takes around an hour. The therapist will play and interact with your child, using specific activities to understand their communication profile. Many SLTs provide a block of weekly sessions (typically 6 to 8) followed by a review. They'll also give you activities to practise between sessions — consistency at home is where much of the progress happens.
Typical costs
Private SLT sessions typically cost between £60 and £120 per hour. Initial assessments may be slightly more. NHS speech therapy is free but waiting times vary enormously — some areas have waits of 6 months or more. Many parents start privately while waiting for NHS provision.