Who we Help
When life is presenting challenges with your:
Autism/ADHD/DLD
Struggling to understand and support
your neurodivergent child
in education or training?
DLD/Speech
Worried about your
child's language and communication needs through the teenage years and into young adulthood?
YJS
Seeking support and guidance for a child
within the Youth Justice Service?
Frustrated with social/ emotional/ mental health challenges at school?
Struggling with communication as a neurodivergent person in the workplace?
Needing supervision as a speech and language therapist working with ND, SEMH, CJS young people?
Needing staff training in working with neurodivergent young people and adults who are struggle to use communication skills in education/training or the workplace?
About Nafisa
Meet Your Speech & Language Therapist
With over 40 years of experience, Nafisa is your trusted partner.
Nafisa's dedication and expertise in speech & language therapy are proven and celebrated. Learn more about her background and commitment to making a difference.
Hear from Our Clients
Real stories of transformation and success
How We Can Help
Empowering neurodivergent individuals
to discover their true potential
Enhancing communication skills for children with Developmental Language Disorder
Supporting adolescents within the
Criminal Justice System on their
journey to rehabilitation
Providing guidance and strategies for parents to navigate challenging situations
Providing certified professional supervision to speech and language therapists at all levels including those supervising other SLTs
Providing online training such as Elklan:
in Speech & language Support for 11-16,
Post 16s, Vulnerable Young People, Autism
Specialisms
Neurodivergent Affirming Approach
Nafisa's extensive experience includes working with autistic young people, helping them embrace their identities and develop greater self-awareness. Through her guidance, teenagers and young adults are empowered to enhance their self-regulation skills and acquire the language skills needed to advocate for themselves effectively.
Nafisa provides support across KS2, KS3, KS4, and the transition to college and university, ensuring a seamless journey into adulthood.
Trauma Informed Practice
Nafisa is trained and experienced in addressing the particular communication needs of young people with Social/Emotional/ Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties. She has developed SLT services in SEMH provisions including Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and special schools as well as a Youth Justice Service (YJS).
involvement in the Youth Justice Service (YJS). Employing a trauma-informed approach, Nafisa facilitates the delivery of tailored SLT interventions, empowering young people to develop essential communication skills. This, in turn, enables them to engage effectively with multidisciplinary teams, fostering their progress through life safely and successfully..
Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
Nafisa is experienced in working with the language challenges faced by young people who have a DLD diagnosis. She uses evidence based approaches to help them develop their comprehension and expression of language enabling them to improve their access to education, training and everyday life.
Online Services
Nafisa Shehu offers her services online, ensuring accessibility and convenience for clients and their families.
Whether you are seeking assistance for your child's language and communication development, SEMH support, or guidance on advocating for neurodivergent individuals, Nafisa is here to help.
Parental Support
Nafisa Shehu believes in a holistic approach to therapy. Parents are an integral part of the journey, and she offers comprehensive support to empower parents to assist their children effectively at various stages of life.
If you're seeking....
For professional speech and language therapy services with a focus on neurodivergent affirmation, language development, SEMH, or guidance for your child within the Criminal Justice System, Nafisa Shehu is ready to assist.
For supervision of your speech and language therapy with SEMH and Neuro-Divergent clients - registered with Intandem.co.uk do reach out to Nafisa.
For supervision of your supervision, Nafisa is registered with Intandem.co.uk to provide this so contact Nafisa