We are a team of experienced speech and language therapists who believe that high quality, evidence based and holistic care should be available to all in a timely way. We all currently work in the NHS and love the work we do there, but are unable to ignore the gaps, which mean people with voice, communication and swallowing problems go without support for long periods of time. We know that communication is central to our sense of being and key to us maintaining connections with loved ones, as well as keeping us able to work and want to give as many people as possible the tools to recalibrate this aspect of their life.
Victoria Halstead Founder
Victoria is a qualified Speech & Language Therapist with almost a decade of experience working in the specialist field of ENT. She has developed a passion for creating effective, evidence based therapy packages for voice, swallowing and upper airway disorders. She currently works within the NHS as a Highly Specialist Speech Therapist at one of the leading hospitals for voice disorders in the UK.
Her previous post was as the Clinical Lead for voice disorders at the Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation Trust and prior to this, she worked within the specialist voice team at the Leeds General Infirmary. These roles have allowed Victoria to develop highly specialist skills and a holistic understanding of voice disorders in the context of your life and wellbeing. Victoria is also active in clinical research and is completing a Masters in the field of Vocal Fatigue in professional voice users.
Victoria has a particular interest in working with professional voice users, vocal difficulties resultant from surgery and researching the links between psychological wellbeing and voice disorders.
Victoria's method relies on a combination of listening to the needs and wishes of clients plus several years of experience of voice therapies, to provide a bespoke package of care to suit you.
Availability: Monday 2-5 and Friday 9-6. HCPC, RCSLT, ASLTIP, registered clinician. Also recognised by a number of private medical insurers.
Chris Wiseman Senior Speech Therapist
Chris is an experienced speech and language therapist who has worked in the fields of; ENT, Head and Neck Cancer, Neurological Disorders and has also provided acute speech & language therapy within a large teaching hospital for almost a decade. Chris currently works at St James’ University Hospital in Leeds as a specialist speech and language therapist providing support for individuals undergoing cancer treatment.
This combined with Chris’ previous experience of working with voice disorders and neurological conditions has given Chris a unique set of skills to understand the complex underpinning behind swallowing and communication issues and have great understanding of the psychological impact these may have. Chris is pragmatic in his management of these conditions and always listens to the wishes and needs of his clients.
Chris has a special interest in the management of swallowing disorders, silent reflux and vocal fold paralysis.
Chris will carry out a full assessment of your needs and develop you a high quality care plan to fit your specific needs.
