Helen Amella

Helen is a Speech and Language Therapist at Speechwise. She was inspired to become a Speech and Language Therapist after having a brilliant time volunteering with people who communicate in different ways. 

Helen qualified from Newcastle University in 2003 with an MSc in Language Pathology. She also has a BSc in Psychology and English. 

Helen worked in the NHS for 18 years and joined SpeechWise in 2020. Helen has gained lots of experience and has supported clients with many different communication needs, including, speech sound difficulties, language difficulties from early language development through Primary and Secondary school and into adulthood, cleft palate, hearing loss, social communication, alternative methods of communication alongside speech, selective mutism and people with childhood trauma. Helen worked as a highly specialist in the area of stammering from 2008 to 2020. 

Helen spent many years volunteering for Sense The National Deafblind Association and Stamma The British Stammering Association Charity; advocating for others to make sure that everyone gets the support and understanding they deserve.

In her current role, Helen works in Primary Schools supporting pupils alongside education staff.  Helen passionately believes that people deserve the very best quality support available. People often comment on Helen’s fun and personalised approach to therapy, how flexible she is and how much she cares about the young people she sees.

Outside of work, Helen loves a chat and a day trip with family and friends!

Helen’s top tip for supporting communication is to really watch and listen to what children and young people are trying to communicate to you. Connection is the best part of communication.

Helen is registered with the HCPC, RCSLT and holds an Enhanced DBS check.