With over 15 years of practice and a PhD in Speech and Language Therapy Methods from UCL, Dr. Lucy Benjamin provides a premier level of care for children and young people aged 2–17. Having worked at the renowned Moor House School and across NHS specialist settings, Lucy brings "gold-standard" expertise to families in the Scottish Borders, the Lothians, and via remote therapy worldwide.

Specialist Clinical Expertise
Lucy provides high-level assessment and intervention for complex communication profiles:

• Developmental Language Disorder (DLD): Specialist experience in dedicated DLD classes and language-based learning.
• Speech Sound Disorders & Apraxia: Expert support for children struggling with clarity, including Childhood Apraxia of Speech.
• Literacy & Specific Learning Difficulties: Bridging the gap between spoken language and skills like reading and writing (Dyslexia support).
• Fluency & Anxiety: Compassionate intervention for stuttering and Selective Mutism.

Professional Training & Consultancy
A published researcher and experienced educator, Lucy empowers the wider community through:

• Parent & Professional Training: Delivering bespoke workshops in-person and remotely on a variety of communication topics.
• School Support: Devising strategies for mainstream and specialist nurseries, primary, and secondary schools.
• Academic Leadership: Utilizing the latest research methods to ensure therapy is efficient and evidence-based.

Flexible, Child-Centered Care
Based in Edinburgh, Lucy offers a variety of therapy environments to ensure the child feels comfortable and ready to learn:

• Home Clinic Room: A dedicated, quiet space in Peebles for focused sessions.
• Community-Based: Providing therapy in nurseries, schools, or the child's own home.
• Telehealth: Expert remote sessions for families across the UK.

Qualifications & Professional Standing

• PhD in Speech and Language Therapy Methods – University College London (2021).
• BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy – Queen Margaret University (2008).
• Fully Registered: Member of the HCPC and RCSLT.

"In an era where public services are stretched, there has never been a more vital time to invest in a child's communication. My goal is to help every child maximize their social, academic, and personal potential."