Based in the Scottish Highlands and available online UK-wide, I offer nature-led and clinical speech therapy for children with autism, AAC needs and complex communication profiles. With a career spanning nearly 30 years, Kate Biss combines deep clinical expertise with the healing power of the outdoors. Based in the West Highlands, Kate offers a person-centered service that moves therapy beyond the four walls of a clinic, helping both children and adults build the skills they need to thrive in their communities and relationships.

The Outdoor Therapy Clinic
Kate is a Certified Outdoor Therapist and Forest School Leader (in training). These unique sessions use the natural environment of the Highlands as a therapeutic tool to:

• Boost Engagement: Naturally developing speech and language skills through exploration.
• Support Wellbeing: Building self-esteem, independence, and emotional regulation in a low-pressure setting.
• Group & Family Connection: Strengthening relationships through shared outdoor experiences.

Clinical Specialisms (Children & Adults)
From early years development to adult stroke rehabilitation, Kate provides expert intervention for a wide variety of communication needs:

• Neurodevelopmental & Complex Needs: Trained in Intensive Interaction and Sensory Integration for neurodivergent individuals.
• Early Language & Autism: Certified in Hanen programs (It Takes Two to Talk and More Than Words) and Makaton (Levels 1&2).
• Speech Sound Disorders: Specialist training in Childhood Apraxia of Speech (Dyspraxia) and Sound Reasoning.
• Adult Rehabilitation: Extensive experience in Aphasia and stroke recovery, utilizing both traditional and tech-based therapy.

Flexible Service Delivery
Kate ensures therapy is accessible regardless of location or preference:

• Online Therapy (Zoom): Expertly delivered remote sessions that maintain the effectiveness of in-person care.
• Face-to-Face Clinic: Traditional sessions available in her dedicated clinical space.
• Home & Community Visits: Available where appropriate to ensure therapy happens in the client’s real-world context.

Qualifications & Professional Standards

• BSc (Hons) Speech Sciences – University College London (1996).
• Certified Outdoor Therapist & Leadership Award (SCQF Level 9).
• Fully Registered: Member of HCPC, RCSLT, and ASLTIP.
• Enhanced Disclosure Scotland certified.

"Communication is at the heart of our happiness. My goal is to work as a team with you, setting goals that improve your quality of life and reconnect you with the people and places you love."