Communication And Swallowing Expertise
Specialist Neurological SLT Team
Adult And Complex Case Support
​Specialist Speech and Language Therapy for Communication
Our Speech and Language Therapists specialise in assisting individuals who face speech, communication, and swallowing difficulties due to neurological conditions such as strokes, head injuries, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease. We are also able to accept clients who have a learning disability and/or Autism. We are able to support clients with:
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Aphasia: A multi-modal language disorder that can occur after a neurological event
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Cognitive Communication Disorders: Difficulty with conversations, communication and interactions due to cognitive deficits, e.g., memory and attention.
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Verbal Dyspraxia: Acquired speech disorder
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Social Communication Disorders: 1:1 therapy and coaching to support specific goals around social communication.
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Dysarthria: Impaired speech production due to muscle weakness.
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Dysphagia: Difficulties with eating, drinking, and swallowing safely.
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AAC users: Alternative and Augmentative Communication users, e.g., grids, iPads, eye-gaze technology
We provide a comprehensive suite of services, including detailed assessments and ongoing therapy programmes. Our therapies are delivered on an outreach basis, employing evidence-based methods to enhance communication and swallowing functions. Our patient-centred approach focuses on developing effective communication strategies and improving abilities related to eating and drinking. Collaborating closely with families, carers, and other multidisciplinary team members, we ensure consistency in treatment and strive for significant, personalised outcomes for each individual. Additionally, we offer specialised training for care homes and other institutions dealing with communication and swallowing difficulties. Contact us today for more information.
Key Questions for Identifying Needs:
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Do you or someone you know have difficulty with saying the right words or sounds due to a stroke, brain injury, or another medical condition?
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Are weak facial muscles causing speech to be slurred?
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Are there issues with speaking or understanding language?
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Is there a diagnosis of motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, dementia, acquired brain injury, stroke, or head and neck cancer that affects communication or swallowing?
Who We Are
Our Speech and Language Therapists at Smart Rehabilitation support individuals with a wide range of communication and swallowing difficulties linked to neurological conditions such as stroke and acquired brain injury.
We provide specialist support for:
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Aphasia (language disorder)
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Dysarthria (speech disorder)
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Cognitive Communication Disorders
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Social Communication Difficulties
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Verbal Dyspraxia (motor speech disorder)
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Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties)
Comprehensive Speech and Language Assessments
Our assessments and therapy are tailored for adults experiencing difficulties with expressive communication, understanding, reading, writing, and eating or drinking. Following an assessment, our therapists provide tailored advice and determine whether further intervention or appropriate referrals is needed.
Specific Areas of Therapy Include:
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Stroke Recovery: Initial assessments identify communication strengths and challenges, directing therapy to improve skills and develop effective communication systems.
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Acquired Brain Injury: We offer a range of therapies from Intensive Interaction to advanced comprehension and social communication skills development.
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Voice Care: Therapy focuses on vocal hygiene and techniques to improve voice quality, especially following diagnoses such as vocal nodules.
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Parkinson’s Disease: Tailored therapies address speech production and intelligibility, with additional support through communication aids if needed.
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Dementia Care: Ongoing therapy aims to maximise functional communication, enhancing quality of life and interaction with loved ones.

At Smart Rehabilitation, we are committed to enhancing our clients' abilities and enriching their lives through dedicated and expert Speech and Language Therapy.
What Makes Us Different
At Smart Rehabilitation, we take an integrated, multidisciplinary approach to care, ensuring therapy is tailored to each individual’s needs and goals. We focus on personalised, client-centred rehabilitation, recognising that every recovery journey is unique. Our team uses SMART goal setting—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-focused—to create structured, meaningful, and effective therapy plans that deliver real-world outcomes.
​Real Patient Outcome
(Name anonymised for confidentiality)
Michael is a young man who experienced significant speech and language difficulties following two strokes. These challenges impacted his ability to communicate effectively, increasing his risk of social isolation.
Through specialist Speech and Language Therapy, we supported Michael by:
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Building trust and engagement through strong therapeutic relationships
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Completing detailed dysphagia assessment to support safer swallowing
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Identifying underlying conditions including verbal dyspraxia
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Using engaging therapy approaches such as PACE to improve communication
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Providing consistent encouragement to build confidence and progress
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Liaising with psychologists and wider professionals for integrated care
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Supporting long-term communication planning and independence
This holistic and collaborative approach helped improve Michael’s communication, confidence, and overall quality of life.
Strengthen Communication and Swallowing Skills
Speak with our specialist therapists to improve communication, confidence, and safe swallowing through personalised, expert-led support.
