Inclusive Communication Therapy

About

This is an independent service, which is not run by the NHS or WSCC.

This service is not checked by WSCC and including it on the Local Offer website does not mean that it is a recommended service.

Before using this service, we recommend you make your own checks. Your checks should include being happy that: the service will meet your needs; staff are properly qualified; policies are in place to keep everyone safe and you know how much the service will cost.

Use this guidance for advice about what to ask to help you make sure that children and young people are happy and protected in clubs, groups and activities. Find out more on our terms and disclaimer.

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We provide 1:1 work with individuals around communication. 1:1 sessions in Rebound Therapy. Training in Makaton for parents, carers and professionals.

What we do

• I am an experienced SEND teacher and I am trained in sensory processing, multi-sensory impairments, Rebound Therapy, PECS, Intensive Interaction and a range of communication aids. I am also a Makaton Tutor. I have a bespoke playroom set up to support communication in a range of methods.
• I help parents to develop communication at home and provide ideas to support behaviour management. If required I will liaise with your child/young person's class teacher to ensure shared working practices.
• I work to develop fine and gross motor skills and develop communication skills using a range of approaches including; Intensive Interaction, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and signing.
• Provide 1:1 sessions in Rebound Therapy to develop gross motor skills, support communication and to have fun.
• Makaton training for individuals or for groups. All Training can be carried out in my playroom or can at a setting you provide. Wheelchairs are able to access the setting but toilet facilities are only suitable for those able to transfer.

Age range

0-upwards

Wheelchair accessible

No

Free to use

No

Our users say

Gemma is an excellent tutor she made the course fun and engaging. I would recommend her course to anyone interested in learning Makaton. I feel more confident using makaton since completing her course. Gemma was a fantastic and engaging teacher. She managed to make the lessons fun but informative. I feel energised to practice and look forward to taking more courses. Very impressive.