Speech & Language Therapy for ADULTS

We have the capacity to work with adults with a wide range of communication difficulties.

Adults with speech problems are often impacted socially, educationally, professionally, inter-personally and emotionally, The GIANT LEAPS Speech Therapy Team has the capacity to work with adults with a wide range of communication difficulties.We offer a range of therapy programs to treat stuttering, the effects of stroke, brain injury and other medical conditions. our therapists also work with foreign accents and professional voice users such as teachers, singers and public speakers.

Screening for Adults

We provide "screening" assessments which are an informal evaluation process to determine whether further assessment is required. A screening assessment will usually involved a brief consultaion with the client to gather more information about thier concerns and the difficults that are being experienced.

Assessment for Adults

We use a client-centered approach incorporating the most up-to-date and appropriate assessments. You can be assured that you will be provided with a professional, confidential and specialist service from one of our highly skilled and trained speech therapists. Our dedicated therapists will guide and support you through the entire process from the initial referral to the discharge from our services. 

Therapy for Adults

Once the assessment tis completed, the resultes will be copiled to provide a basis for what therapy techniques will be most effective. An intervention programme is developmed specific to each individual child's needs using evidence based practices. Therapy can be home or clinic based, or carried out in your workplace by arrangement. A therapy programme may include one-on-one appointments, training and home programmes. 

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At GIANT LEAPS we know that it’s never too late for you to take control and master your speech problems. Speech therapy for adults will allow you to regain your confidence and enjoy more success in the areas you want it most. At GIANT LEAPS we are here to help you reach your communication potential what ever your age!

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We have NO WAITING lists. This means that we can provide assessment and treatment for you as soon as you need it! At GIANT LEAPS we know that early identification and intervention is best for Adults with speech and language difficulties so we wont keep you waiting!

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Dyspraxia

Dyspraxia is a motor speech disorder that means it is difficult to sequence the sounds in syllables and words.
It occurs as a result of damage to the brain. It may also be called verbal dyspraxia /apraxia.

Dyspraxia can also affect other movements in the body. The nature and severity of the dyspraxia may lead to problems with:

  • Producing recognisable words
  • Difficulty producing speech sounds even when trying to copy
  • Difficulty imitating non-speech movements such as sticking out your tongue
  • In severe cases, an inability to produce sound at all

Dysarthria

Dysarthria is a speech disorder. The muscles of the mouth, face and respiratory system may become weak as a result of damage to the brain or progressive neurological diseases.

The nature and severity of dysarthria may lead to a number of symptoms including:

  • Low volume or difficulties controlling volume
  • Slow rate of speech
  • Limited tongue, lip, and jaw movement
  • Breathiness
  • Slurred speech
  • Drooling or poor control of saliva
  • Chewing and swallowing difficulty

Voice Disorders / Dysphonia

Dysphonia is the term used for disorders of the voice. There are many causes of dysphonia including

  • Laryngeal irritation
  • Nodules on the vocal cords,
  • Trauma,
  • Vocal cord paralysis,
  • Psychological causes.

Persistent changes (lasting two weeks or more) in the voice should always be checked out with your GP who will refer you on to an ENT consultant.

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