About us

Access to Communication is a highly-regarded professional service dedicated to improving the lives of those facing challenges with their communication skills. The practice is led by Abi, a highly specialist speech and language therapist with a diverse range of experience in the paediatric and adult learning disability sectors.

Meet the team

Abigail Lawton

Founder and Lead Speech & Langauge Therapist

Abigail Lawton - Founder and Lead Speech and Language Therapist

I am the clinical director of Access to Communication. Since qualifying as a Speech and Language Therapist in 2010, I have dedicated my career to working with individuals with complex communication disorders, particularly autism, learning disabilities, and individuals with brain injury. I focus on developing tailored and creative communication systems, conducting detailed assessments and formulating person-centred management plans. After a career across various sectors and client groups.

I established my independent clinical practice in 2020, aiming to provide high-quality, bespoke, client-led services across the Southwest. I particularly wanted to provide specialist knowledge and expertise regarding the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) to support the development of expersssive spoken communication or to be used as an alternative to spoken communication. I have qualified in a range of specialist areas including Pragmatically Organised Dynamic Display, Gestalt Language Processing.

Tanita Lewis

Speech & Langauge Therapist

Tanita Lewis - Speech and Language Therapist

I have been working as a speech and language therapist since 2021. I am highly motivated through personal experiences to ensure everyone has the opportunity to communicate their wants, needs, thoughts and ideas. I have a specialist interest in working with individuals with Speech, language and communication (SLCN) needs alongside social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH).

Sara Passmore

Speech & Langauge Therapy Assistant

Sara Passmore - Speech and Language therapy assistant

Growing up with two younger brothers with additional needs, I’ve always been passionate about advocacy and support. With 17 years of experience in various settings, I have developed a rich understanding of SLT, complemented by my studies in Health and Social Care, Counselling, and Therapeutic Play Skills. My passion for AAC was further fueled by training in Selective Mutism and attending a PODD course. I am devoted to helping others achieve their communication goals and inspiring belief in their endless potential.

Emily Robinson

Speech & Language Therapist

Emily Robinson - Access to Communication Speech and Language Therapist

I graduated in 2023 as a speech and language therapist. I have great personal interest in providing support for individuals with communication needs and their families, with particular interests in speech sound disorder and language development. I continually develop my skills by attending in-depth training courses and reviewing up to date research, alongside having a deep passion for this field of work. 

Sophie Naomi Wilson

Speech & Langauge Therapy Assistant

Sophie Naomi Wilson SLTA

I am passionate for ensuring every person has the opportunity to live a fulfilled and happy life. With several years’ experience in various Health and Social Care roles, and growing up with a brother who has Autism, I have developed a strong devotion to being an advocate for others. I have had great opportunities to develop my knowledge and skill set, for example through studying a Foundation degree in Communication and Health Sciences and attending Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy Level 1. I have a particular interest in Autism/Neurodiversity, alongside non-verbal communication, Social Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and behaviours that challenge.

Would you like to work with our team?

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Band 5 Speech & Language Therapist
Part-Time Term Time Only + 3 Additional Clinical Admin Weeks – 41 Weeks

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Full-Time = Full-Time Hours/52 Weeks A Year

Hours And Flexibility Can Be Discussed

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Our Credentials

At Access to Communication, we value professionalism and competency above all else. Each of our therapists holds a degree in Speech and Language Therapy and maintains registration with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and the Health and Care Professions Council. Moreover, all our therapists are proud members of The Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice (ASLTIP). By adhering to the rigorous guidelines of these esteemed institutions, we ensure the delivery of exceptional services to all our clients.

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