Hello my name is Paula and I am a Speech and Language Therapist. I graduated from university in 2003 and spent over 16 years working in the NHS. I specialised in autism very early into my career as this was my passion. I have also worked with children with a range of other communication needs. Since 2003 I have been working for private providers carrying out autism and ADHD assessments and have worked with children, young people and adults. I have also been a manager and senior leader in neurodevelopmental assessment teams. I am trained in ADOS, ADIR, ACE, QB, and RAADS assessments and am about to do my ACIA training. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, walking, swimming and cooking and socialising with family and friends.