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How to use Attention Autism to develop language and communication

May 17, 2023

In this blog Sonja presents stage two of the Attention Autism approach, “the attention builder”. She gives three activities ideas.

Discover how Attention Autism can support your Autistic child’s communication

May 5, 2023

In this blog post Sonja explores stage one of the attention autism approach.

Discover nine ways to support literacy in autistic children

April 28, 2023

We look at how you can support your autistic child’s literacy skills and how together we can provide a scaffold to them becoming independent learners.

Sonja is sitting on the floor facing a young boy. Both are clapping their hands. Aonja is blowing a pink balloon.

Let’s relax about making EYE CONTACT already…

April 19, 2023

I often reflect on this question ‘Should we make eye contact as a goal?’ In this blog I show how you can encourage it without demand.

Sonja is sitting on the floor facing a young boy. Both are clapping their hands.

Why imitation is a powerful strategy to support social communication

April 6, 2023

Imitation refers to the simple act of copying. Has your child difficulties in areas of social communication? Learn how imitation is a powerful tool.

Sonja's top recommendation: Oi Frog, written by Kes Gray and Jim Field. An exciting book for children to enhance their speech, language and communication.

Support your child’s communication using books: OI FROG

March 17, 2023

In this post I show how you can support your child’s communination with Oi Frog! by Kes Gray and Jim Field, from one of my favourite series for chidren.

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Learn the benefits of Cycles Phonology Approach in Speech Therapy

March 6, 2023

One approach used for Speech Therapy is the Cycles Phonology Approach. I introduce the approach and describe a session using it.

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Five ways to increase confidence and reduce frustration in children with speech and language and communication difficulties

February 27, 2023

Let’s help your child with speech and language difficulties gain confidence, increase their participation in school and fully engage with their peers.

Discover speech and language regression in autistic children and how you can support your child

February 17, 2023

Around 30% of autistic children have speech and language regression. Learn how you can help yours.

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Eva Olsen

Sonja did an excellent job! My five-year old daughter had a lisp and through a step-by-step programme my daughter gradually corrected it. It took daily practise in between sessions but it’s so worth it. However, we will miss going to sessions! My daughter truly enjoyed spending time with Sonja and we will miss her! She is very warm and fun, which makes sessions lots of fun for your child.

Owner's reply
Thank you Eva you were both wonderful clients I am both delighted and a bit sad that we fixed the lisp so quickly as now won‘t be seeing you again! We must think of an excuse :) xx

behnaz emamy

We took our 13-month-old daughter to speech and feeding therapy with Sonja, because she didn’t know how to chewing. After just about two weeks of therapy with Sonja, she has started learning how to chew. We are very happy with the progress and grateful for the therapist’s support, patience, and professional care. We highly recommend their service.

Owner's reply
I am thrilled about our lovely progress nothing gives me more joy thank you Behnaz

Michela Sglavo

Very good experience end the doctor she is very professional end very sweet white my son and we are very happy thank you

Owner's reply
Thank you Michela it was a pleasure I hope to see you and lovely L again the autumn x

Margherita Giannoni

Sonja is fantastic! I started with her my journey couple of months ago and I have been incredibly enjoyed my experience so far! I’ve trusted her method and followed all the exercises she gave me and I have improved a lot. She is patient and she provide all the support and tools to succeeded in your journey. Super recommended!

Owner's reply
Thank you Margherita its been so rewarding and joyful supporting an adult client for a change with articulation work! I have loved it! Go very well!x

Elise LM

Sonja has been an absolute lifesaver for our family. She is wonderfully patient and empathetic, and she knows exactly how to capture a child's attention and keep them focused. We were especially impressed by how quickly she diagnosed our son when others couldn't. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic speech therapist!

Owner's reply
Thank you Elise it was a great privilege to support you and your son and I am so delighted about the progress he made! xx

Heather Kamps

We had a great experience working with Sonja. She is able to make sessions productive and fun at the same time, my 4 year old really looked forward to the sessions! She gave us detailed instructions on exercises to do at home to help maximise the impact of the therapy and my son made a lot of progress in his sessions. His speech has improved so much and others can understand what he is saying much more easily. I’ve seen a big uptick in his desire to play with other kids who he doesn’t already know well and I think it’s because he can more easily communicate with them. I’d highly recommend Sonja’s services!

Owner's reply
Thank you Heather am thrilled about our boy‘s progress he really has come along in leaps and bounds! X

Elissa Makris

Sonja came for a home visit to observe feeding and speech for my 19 month old son who has Down syndrome. She was very professional and helpful, she answered all my questions and took her time with my son to observe him and share useful information throughout the session and afterwards.

Owner's reply
Thanks so much Elissa it was a pleasure supporting you

Lucy Wragg

We have only had one session with Sonja so far but she instantly bonded with my son Marley and was so knowledgeable and helpful to me as a parent too. Since our session, she has been very prompt in replying to emails and given extremely useful advice and detailed answers to my questions. I hope we with be staying with Sonja for some time - she is the best speech and language therapist we have had by far!

Owner's reply
Wow thank you Lucy :) I certainly will be glad to supporting you and Marley delighted you found me!

Lydia Joseph-erameh

My daughter has been working with Sonja for just over a year and we couldn't be happier with the progress she's made. Sonja is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and truly skilled at what she does. She takes the time to understand my daughter's individual learning style and adapts each session to keep her engaged and motivated. Her calm, encouraging approach has made a noticeable difference not only in my daughter’s speech progress, but also in her confidence. I’m so grateful for the care and expertise she brings to every session and the support that stretches beyond each session in the form of homework and advice. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sonja to anyone!

Owner's reply
Thank you so much Lydia I am delighted to see the progress we have made together Team A! :) onward and forward!X

Jerkins Domingo

We are very happy to have found The London Speech and Feeding Practice through an online search and by coming across Sonja’s website and blog. Our three-year-old has been attending therapy for about seven months now, and we have been pleased with the experience. Sonja is professional, kind, and welcoming, which made it easy for our son to connect with and engage with her. During our first appointment, Sonja carried out a thorough assessment and provided a detailed report, including clear recommendations to support our son. The therapy sessions are child-led and play-based, and Sonja always takes the time to explain what our son is working on. She also models strategies for us and shows us how we can support him at home. Sonja actively involves us as parents in planning strategies and values our thoughts and ideas. After every session, she sends a detailed follow-up email outlining what was covered and how we can continue supporting our son at home. This guidance has been incredibly helpful, and she also shares useful resources for us to explore. We are delighted to see the progress our son has made - from babbling to using single words and now short phrases in context, with growing confidence in verbalising. With Sonja’s continued support and guidance, we are hopeful that he will keep improving.

Owner's reply
Thank you so much Jerkins for this lovely review, it means the world to me! I have loved supporting you and your little one and seeing those breakthroughs! X

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