DSM5 Autism Changes

Changes to Autism in the DSM-5: How will they impact you? The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) of Mental Disorders was recently released at the annual American Psychiatric Association’s (APA)... Read more

Nursery Rhymes for Development

We all know that kids love nursery rhymes, but did you know that they are also a really great way to prepare a small child’s brain for language; boosting their speech and language development. Almost all cultures have a repertoire of... Read more

Childhood Stammering

Occasionally we all can be a little dysfluent and stumble over our words, this is usually when we are tired or have a lot on our minds.  A stammer is characterised by an abnormally high frequency of these dysfluencies, which regularly... Read more

Speech & Language Therapy

 Speech and Language Therapy – What is it all about?   What is a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT)?                                 A Speech and Language Therapist is a trained professional who specialises in... Read more

What is Statementing ?

What is a statement of educational needs and should my child have one? A statement of educational needs is a legally binding contract that formally recognizes a child’s condition and states what their specific needs are.  It will... Read more

Apps for Childhood Apraxia

The use of Apps in therapy for Childhood Apraxia of Speech Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder (a disorder that affects motor skills needed to speak).  Children with apraxia of speech will have problems saying... Read more

Mental Health – Time to Talk

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Can a Dummy Affect Speech

Can sucking a dummy affect a child’s speech? Giving a baby a dummy to suck is a very common way to sooth and make them feel comforted.  They are very popular amongst parents as it is a very efficient way to stop your child crying... Read more

Speech Milestones

How much should my toddler be saying by now First things first: every child is different and every child will learn to talk at their own speed!! Some children will find learning to talk and listen harder than others; in fact over one... Read more

Essex SALT Services

Integrated Treatment Services is a national company that offers a range of therapies and services to both children and adults who are seeking help with a variety of difficulties.  We have a team of: Speech and Language... Read more