Speech Therapist Bournemouth
- Bournemouth, UK
Sally Giles serves as a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist at Dr J & Colleagues in Lincoln. She brings over twenty years of experience working with autism and neurodiversity across NHS and private sectors. Moreover, she trained at the University of Wales Cardiff and earned a BSc (Hons) in Speech and Language Therapy. She also holds membership with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. For the past seven years, she has specialised in autism assessments, mastering ADOS and ADI‑R protocols within multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, she completed advanced training in ADHD and trauma‑informed assessment to ensure each evaluation considers the whole person.
Comprehensive Speech and Language Assessments
Evaluates articulation, fluency, pragmatic communication, and voice using standardised measures.
Autism Diagnostic Assessments
Applies ADOS and ADI‑R interview protocols in collaboration with psychiatrists and psychologists.
ADHD & Trauma‑Informed Assessments
Integrates attention screening with trauma‑sensitive approaches to capture every dimension of need.
Tailored Intervention Plans
Develops bespoke communication and behavioural strategies grounded in assessment findings.
Family & Caregiver Coaching
Provides practical techniques and resources to support communication development at home.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Works alongside psychiatrists, psychologists, and allied professionals to refine cohesive care pathways.
Progress Monitoring & Follow‑Up
Reviews outcomes regularly, adjusting intervention plans to sustain ongoing improvement.
Dr J & Colleagues in Lincoln operates a truly multidisciplinary model, which ensures that every assessment benefits from diverse professional insights. Consequently, Sally partners closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, occupational therapists, and nurses to deliver unified care plans that address both communication and broader developmental needs.
The practice offers online self‑assessment tests for autism and ADHD, enabling families to prepare in advance. In turn, pre‑assessment data streamlines sessions, allowing Sally to focus immediately on core diagnostic concerns. A secure patient portal further supports this process by hosting downloadable pre‑consultation questionnaires and symptom diaries.
Regular case review meetings reinforce continuous improvement. Each week, the team evaluates complex cases, shares emerging research, and refines intervention strategies. Therefore, clients benefit from the latest evidence‑based methods and a consistently high standard of care.
Sally’s therapy rooms feature interactive communication aids and augmented and alternative communication (AAC) demonstrations, ensuring that clients and families experience hands‑on support. Moreover, digital outcome‑tracking tools monitor progress between visits. Consequently, caregivers receive clear feedback and can contribute actively to each stage of the journey.
Dr J & Colleagues earned the Central England Prestige Award 2021 for excellence in mental health and neurodevelopmental services. We invite you to book a consultation with Sally Giles to explore comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments and personalised intervention strategies. Let her specialist expertise guide your family toward confident communication and lasting well‑being. Take the first step by scheduling your consultation today.
