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About Write2Talk
Write2Talk was set up by Leona Talsma, with many families and schools searching for speech and language support in Kent and Medway due to shrinking statutory provision. Against this background, more and more young people are presenting with a communication or specific learning need. Often parents struggle to have their children’s difficulties recognised or supported. Schools are also finding it hard to access speech and language therapy for their students.
Meet Our Team
LEONA TALSMA
Speech and Language Therapist and founder of Write2TalkHaving worked as an SLT since 1996 across a variety of public sector settings, I set up Write2Talk to provide a quality, client-centred practice in the heart of Kent.
With specialisms in speech and language disorders and extensive additional training in approaches such as oro-myo functional therapy and PROMPT, I am able to offer a range of techniques to best support the young people we serve. A further specialism in Dyslexia has enabled us to offer diagnostic and intervention support to young people with specific learning difficulties. As our practice is growing, we are building on our expertise to offer evidence-based interventions that support communication skills in young people. In my role as a part time University lecturer, I have learned how to best empower newly qualified SLTs and colleagues within Write2Talk. Watching people grow in their roles is something I particularly enjoy as part of running a small practice. |
JILL EDWARDES
Speech and Language TherapistI graduated from The University of Greenwich with a first class honours degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
I have experience working with preschool and primary school aged children, particularly those who are non-speaking, have delayed development, expressive and/or receptive language difficulties or have speech sound disorders. I believe in a multi-dimensional approach to therapy which is not only functional but is also play based and fun for the children. Apart from being a Speech and Language Therapist I enjoy hill walking with my family and our beagle, watching football and gardening. |
LISA QUIGLEY
Speech and Language TherapistLisa is a highly experienced SLT with a specialism in social-emotional-mental-health needs.
Having worked across a range of public sectors, Lisa can offer tailored support to young people who require a holistic approach. she is particularly interested in working with secondary-aged pupils and young adults with SEMH and ASD within specialist provisions. |
Write2Talk Training & Interventions
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