In this episode, speech therapist, Karen Massey, explores autism and apraxia of speech, as well as discussing ways to support children with Down Syndrome. She also talks about her upcoming book, her plans for a specialist centre, and her new online programme.

Karen is CEO and Director at All About Speech Therapy Ltd. She empowers parents and educators to help childrenfind their voice. She specialises in complex speech, including apraxia of speech, and leads therapy sessions, where she provides face-to-face support locally. As a writer, trainer and speaker, Karen has also co-authored a book, entitled “Total Speech’, which is available to pre-order and is due for release later on this year.

You can find Karen at All About Speech Therapy and on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Karen recommends her book, Autism and Childhood Apraxia of Speech, as well as Overcoming Apraxia by Laura Baskall Smith.

She also shares three tips during the episode:

• Remember that although a speech therapist has specialist knowledge and training, you are the expert when it comes to your child.
• It can be helpful to identify and support any sensory needs before adding in speech and language therapy.
• Practising little and often, or embedding tips and techniques throughout the day, is the best ways to get results.

The My Family Coach podcast covers every aspect of children’s behaviour, all in handy 15-minute (ish) bite-sized chunks. Each episode features a new guest chatting about a different aspect of behaviour and leaves you with three handy tips to use at home.