Ellen Martin Speech and Language Therapy

Ellen Martin Speech and Language Therapy Independent Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist based in Farnham, Surrey

Many behaviours labelled as “naughty” are actually children regulating their nervous systems.Movement, repetition, sound...
05/05/2026

Many behaviours labelled as “naughty” are actually children regulating their nervous systems.

Movement, repetition, sound, and expression can be essential tools, especially in busy, unpredictable environments like cafés, shops, or classrooms.

A child smiling while moving is not evidence of intentional misbehaviour. It can reflect relief, enjoyment of sensory input, or a nervous system settling.

A neuroaffirming lens asks what a behaviour is helping a child do, rather than how to stop it.

When we understand behaviour as communication and regulation, our responses shift from judgement to support and children are met with safety instead of shame.

If your child isn’t talking yet, it can feel hard to know where to start.But communication doesn’t begin with words.Befo...
05/05/2026

If your child isn’t talking yet, it can feel hard to know where to start.

But communication doesn’t begin with words.

Before children talk, they learn to connect, understand, and interact.

That’s where your focus can be 💛

Connection might look different for every child and that’s okay.

You don’t need to have all the answers just starting here is enough.

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💬 Feel free to message or email me if you’re unsure about your child

ellenmartinslt@outlook.com

Your toddler understands more than they can say.Understanding (receptive language) develops before talking.So even if yo...
05/05/2026

Your toddler understands more than they can say.

Understanding (receptive language) develops before talking.

So even if you’re not hearing many words yet…
you might notice things like:
• responding to familiar routines
• reacting to key words
• bringing you things
• showing understanding in their own way

This is really important progress 💛

And for some children especially neurodivergent children this might look different, and that’s okay.

You’re not behind, you’re just seeing part of the picture.

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When should you seek support for your child’s communication?This is something so many parents wonder about and it’s not ...
05/05/2026

When should you seek support for your child’s communication?

This is something so many parents wonder about and it’s not always straightforward.

Development isn’t one-size-fits-all.

For some children, especially neurodivergent children, it can look different.

But it might be helpful to seek support if:

• your child isn’t yet using gestures
• they seem less interested in interacting with others
• they don’t seem to understand much language yet
• or you’re simply not sure how to support them

You don’t have to wait until things feel “serious” to ask questions.

Seeking support doesn’t mean something is “wrong”
it’s about helping you feel confident in how to support your child 💛

💬 Message or email me if you’d like to talk things through

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This is one of the biggest shifts I support parents to make.It’s such a natural thing to say:“Say ball”“Say mummy”But fo...
05/05/2026

This is one of the biggest shifts I support parents to make.

It’s such a natural thing to say:
“Say ball”
“Say mummy”

But for many children, this can add pressure.

Children learn language through hearing it in meaningful moments, not being asked to perform.

Small changes like this can make a big difference 💛

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ellenmartinslt@outlook.com

📣 Ellen Martin Speech and Language Therapy is supporting Speak Up for Autism with "Speech Therapy is failing autistic c...
05/05/2026

📣 Ellen Martin Speech and Language Therapy is supporting Speak Up for Autism with

"Speech Therapy is failing autistic children in England & 100s of lived experience stories have shown this to be true - change is long overdue. 💔 Sign the petition today, together let’s Speak Up for Autism. 🌈

Autistic individuals deserve specific Speech Therapy sessions to support their communication styles, needs & preferences which is currently just not happening over & over again. This is devastating for autistic individuals & their families which affects mental health, life chances, education & future opportunities to name just a few.

This campaign calls to make autism-specific training mandatory for all prospective & practising NHS Speech Therapists. This training would ensure autistic individuals have their specific Speech & Language needs met & give Speech Therapists the confidence to recommend, refer & support an autistic individual’s communication needs.

The campaign also calls 1. To change understanding & misconceptions around the guidance for specialist AAC assessments & 2. To change existing Apraxia Assessment criteria & ongoing therapy delivery to make them inclusive for autistic individuals.

Change is long overdue.

📣 Sign the petition today [visit the link in ’s bio], together let’s Speak Up for Autism. 🌈"

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When your child isn’t talking yet, it’s easy to feel like you need to be doing more.More strategiesMore practiceMore eff...
05/05/2026

When your child isn’t talking yet, it’s easy to feel like you need to be doing more.

More strategies
More practice
More effort

But often, what helps most is actually quite simple.

Following your child’s lead
Being present in play
Modelling language in natural moments

These are the things that support communication to grow.

It doesn’t have to feel complicated

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You’re doing the reading, trying the strategies, showing up every dayAnd it still feels hardIf your child isn’t talking ...
05/05/2026

You’re doing the reading, trying the strategies, showing up every day

And it still feels hard

If your child isn’t talking yet, it can feel confusing and heavy

But this isn’t about doing more or trying harder

Sometimes it’s about having the right support in place

You don’t have to figure it out alone

💬 Message or email me if you’d like to talk things through

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What actually happens in a speech and language assessment with me?This is something many parents feel unsure about.It’s ...
05/05/2026

What actually happens in a speech and language assessment with me?

This is something many parents feel unsure about.

It’s not about testing your child or putting them under pressure.

It’s about understanding how your child communicates and how to best support them.

After the assessment, you’ll have:

• a clearer picture of your child’s communication
• some ideas to support them
• space to ask questions and talk things through

You don’t need to wait until things feel “serious” to ask for support.

💬 Feel free to message or email me if you’d like to talk things through

ellenmartinslt@outlook.com

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19/04/2026

If your child isn’t talking yet, it can be hard not to question everything.

Am I doing enough?
Am I doing the right things?

There’s so much pressure around milestones, but communication doesn’t follow a straight path.

So much of it grows through small, everyday moments.

You don’t have to do everything perfectly

You're already doing more than you think 💖

🌟 Speech and Language Therapy Now Accepting New Clients 🌟Hi, I’m Ellen, a qualified Speech and Language Therapist based ...
26/01/2026

🌟 Speech and Language Therapy Now Accepting New Clients 🌟

Hi, I’m Ellen, a qualified Speech and Language Therapist based in Farnham, offering supportive, personalised therapy for children, young people and their families.

I currently have availability for:
✅ 1:1 therapy sessions
✅ Speech and language assessments
✅ Parent consultations and advice

I’m a neurodiversity-affirming therapist, which means I celebrate and support each child’s unique communication style. My approach is child-led, strengths-based, and tailored to your child’s individual needs, whether that’s speech clarity, language development, social communication, or early interaction and play skills.

📍 Sessions can take place at your home, my therapy space, educational setting/nursery or online
📅 Flexible appointments to suit your schedule
💬 Friendly, judgment-free support for families

⭐️ Rated 5★ on Google by families I’ve supported

If you have questions about your child’s speech or language development, or you’re looking for support that values your child’s neurodivergent identity, feel free to email me at ellenmartinslt@outlook.com

🌐 www.ellenmartinspeechandlanguagetherapy.co.uk

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Today was such a powerful reminder that modelling works, even when it doesn’t look like it’s working.I modelled visuals ...
23/01/2026

Today was such a powerful reminder that modelling works, even when it doesn’t look like it’s working.

I modelled visuals throughout the session while this child often looked away or engaged in other ways. There was no expectation that they would use them.

And then, right at the end, they showed me how much they had taken in.

Learning and attention can look different.

Modelling doesn’t need a response to be valuable.

Trusting the process matters.

Low demand. High respect. Real communication.

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