Child Services

The Speech Service can help with a variety of difficulties incuding, but not limited to:

Social Communication Difficulties and Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Selective Mutism
Developmental Language Disorder
Early Childhood Language Delay
Speech Disorder
Developmental Speech Delay
Prevention
Play Development
Bilingualism
Stammering
Voice disorders
Language delays
Aquired brain injuries
Congenital anomolies
Memory and processing difficulties

Child having speech and language therapy

Our Child Services Team

Natalie Gurevitz

Natalie qualified as a Speech and Language Therapist in 1997 from the University of Manchester. Her experience has spanned over the last 27 years in the field of Paediatrics.

She has worked with children in a range of settings: schools, nurseries, hospitals, children centres and community clinics who presented with a huge range of speech, language and communication disorders and difficulties. She has worked extensively with parents and carers running workshops and support groups as well as created and run numerous training packages for educational, health and social care professionals across the board. Natalie has a special interest in Early Years and preventative therapies.

Laura Miller

Laura is a passionate and caring Speech and Language Therapist. She has over a decade of experience working with clients and their families, having gained her Masters at City University, London.

Laura has worked across a wide variety of different settings, including mainstream and special schools, nurseries, medical clinics and health centres, both in the UK and abroad. She provides specialist support for a range of speech, language and communication difficulties. Laura has enhanced Makaton training, and has a special interest in Specific Learning Difficulties, such as Dyslexia.

Holly Raad

Holly graduated from University College London (2018) and provides both adult and children services. Holly has experience providing assessment and management of swallowing and communication disorders across a diverse paediatric population including children with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, developmental delay and paediatric oncology.

Holly has experience providing augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) solutions for children, ensuring effective communication strategies tailored to their unique needs. Additionally, Holly can provide comprehensive assessments and differential diagnosis for children with speech sound disorders, contributing to targeted intervention plans that promote optimal speech development. Holly has a commitment to enhancing the communication skills and overall well-being of children and teenagers with a holistic approach to therapy.

Tova Levi

Tova qualified as a Speech and Language Therapist in 2009, graduating with a Master of Science degree from Touro College in New York City, USA.

Tova has extensive experience working with preschool and school aged children in both mainstream and special schools and nurseries.

Tova provides specialist support for a wide range of speech, language, pronunciation and communication difficulties, with a particular interest in early years and literacy-based language interventions. She also has experience working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Maya Dytch

Maya is a caring and highly approachable Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. She qualified in 2020, graduating with a first class honours degree from City University, London. Maya has extensive experience working with children in mainstream schools.

Maya provides specialist support for a wide range of speech, language and communication difficulties, such as ASD, DLD (Developmental Language Disorder), child speech sound disorders, learning disabilities, selective mutism and stammering. Maya has particular interest in supporting children with DLD, autism and speech disorders. She has also completed Makaton training. Maya believes strongly in a close collaboration with parents to achieve the best outcomes for the child.

Adina Lampert

Adina graduated with a BSc in Speech and Language Therapy from City University, London. She is committed to empowering every child to express themselves uniquely and uses play as a captivating tool for engagement in therapy.

Adina has dedicated herself to working with pre-school and school-age children across a variety of settings, including special schools, nurseries, homes and health clinics. Her expertise spans a broad spectrum of interventions, notably Intensive Interaction, Attention Autism and Hanen More than Words programme, among others.

She has also received training in the Michael Palin Parent Child Interaction.

Her interests include working with children with ASD, DLD (Developmental Language Disorder), stammering and selective mutism.

Debbie Brazil

Debbie qualified from University College London in 2002 with a Masters in Speech and Language Therapy. With over 20 years of experience she supports children and families across community clinics, homes, nurseries, mainstream and special schools and children's centres.

Debbie provides comprehensive assessments and targeted interventions for various communication needs. She has particular expertise in early years, speech sound disorders, Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and stammering.

She is certified in multiple therapeutic approaches including Lidcombe Program for stammering, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and SCERTS.

In addition to her private work, Debbie maintains her role within the NHS. She has worked extensively with parents and carers developing and delivering parent workshops, and training packages for professionals.

Suzanne Garfoot

Suzanne achieved her PGDip in Speech and Language Therapy from City University and has worked with children with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs including speech sound difficulties, Autism Spectrum Condition, language difficulties, social communication difficulties and stammering. Suzanne prides herself on her ability to help children feel at ease in the therapy sessions and become more confident and able communicators.

She is passionate about empowering parents/carers and teaching staff through coaching, how to use therapy strategies in daily life. Suzanne has a particularly great depth of understanding of ASD and uses a neuro affirming approach. After a career break dedicating her time to parenting, she is now working as a Speech and Language Therapist Returning Practitioner.

Sen Malaki

Sen is a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with a wealth of experience supporting children with communication needs. Since qualifying in December 2018, she has worked across a wide range of settings from homes and nurseries to mainstream and specialist schools, both in-person and online. Sen specialises in working with children with communication needs linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social Communication differences, Speech Sound difficulties and Language difficulties.

A strong advocate for neurodiversity, Sen takes a child-led, respectful approach to therapy. She does not rely on traditional 'sit and learn' methods, instead creating playful, meaningful opportunities for children to communicate and connect in ways that feel natural and empowering. Her practice is rooted in holistic, relationship-based principles, and shaped by a range of evidence-based approaches. These include Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCI), Hanen More Than Words, Attention Autism and Intensive Interaction. Sen is experienced in using a variety of tools to support children with complex communication needs, including AAC systems, visual supports, and core boards.

Sen works closely with families and education staff to embed practical, accessible strategies into everyday routines. Alongside her independent work, she continues her role in the NHS and regularly supports parents and professionals.

Zahra Versi

Zahra qualified as a Speech and Language Therapist in 2017 from City, University of London. Since then, she has gained experience across a variety of settings, including schools, nurseries, autism units, and community clinics.

Zahra has supported children with a wide range of speech, language, and communication needs, including speech sound disorders, autism spectrum condition, and learning disabilities.

She works collaboratively with parents, carers, and educational staff to ensure consistent and effective support. Zahra is committed to delivering a holistic, individualised approach tailored to each child’s unique needs, with the aim of achieving the best possible outcomes. She has a particular interest in working with children with autism and speech sound difficulties