Unlocking Language Clinic
Helping Your Child Find Their Voice: From Communication Struggles to Speech Success
Watching your child struggle to communicate is heartbreaking—the frustration, the missed connections, and the fear they might fall behind. But there is hope.
At Unlocking Language, we have been supporting families for over 12 years, with most of our referrals coming from word of mouth. Parents who have seen real progress in their child’s speech and language tell their friends and family about us—because they know we care.
We provide specialized speech and language therapy that is effective, compassionate, and empowering for both children and their families. We are not just a clinic; we are hope for families looking for expert guidance, reassurance, and results-driven therapy that makes a difference.
Understanding Your Concerns
We know how difficult it is when communication challenges impact daily life. You are not alone, and with the right support, your child can unlock their full potential to communicate. Parents often tell us they experience:
Frustration
Struggling to understand and be understood.
Worry
Concern that their child might fall behind socially or academically.
Missed Opportunities
Difficulty making friends or engaging in conversations.
Uncertainty
Not knowing the best way to support their child’s development.
Guilt
Wondering if you’re doing enough or if you could be supporting them better.
What We Do
How We Can Help
Our Canary Wharf-based clinic offers a comprehensive range of speech and language therapy services, supporting children of all ages and abilities.
Unlike general speech therapy services, our team consists of 35 highly skilled therapists, each specializing in specific areas of speech and language development. This means your child will be seen by a true expert in their area of need—not just a generalist.
What We Specialize In
Developmental Language Disorders
Speech Sound Difficulties
Fluency Disorders (Stammering & Stuttering)
Language Challenges in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Non Verbal Autism
Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Dysphagia (Eating & Drinking Difficulties)
Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH)
Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)
Dypraxia
Delayed language in toddlers
We also provide specialist support for families navigating the SEND and tribunal process, ensuring your child receives the help they deserve.
Our Process
Tailored Support Every Step of the Way
Referral
Contact us to discuss your needs.
Assessment
We conduct a comprehensive assessment of your child’s needs. If your child already has a report or EHCP, we skip this step and move straight to therapy—saving you time and money.
Report & Recommendations
Receive a detailed report outlining your child’s strengths, areas for improvement, and 6-10 specific therapy targets.
Therapy
We implement a customized therapy plan, aiming to achieve at least 50% of therapy targets in just 8 weeks. Sessions are available on a pay-as-you-go basis or can be booked in an 8-week block.
Ongoing Support
Weekly resources & homework tailored to your child’s needs, and access to our online portal with ready-made resources & video tutorials to continue progress at home.
Featured In
Pui Ka “Elly” Cheung
Speech and Language Therapist
“I couldn’t be happier with the progress my son has made...”
Zainab Faruqi
“Every week, he has a session with Elly, and she’s been absolutely fantastic.
She’s patient, engaging, and tailors each session to his needs, making sure he feels comfortable while also gently pushing him to reach new milestones.”
“I couldn’t be happier with the progress my son has made...”
Zainab Faruqi
“Every week, he has a session with Elly, and she’s been absolutely fantastic.
She’s patient, engaging, and tailors each session to his needs, making sure he feels comfortable while also gently pushing him to reach new milestones.”
Pui Ka “Elly” Cheung
Speech and Language Therapist
Why Unlocking Language
A Speech Therapy Clinic Families Trust
For over 12 years, families have trusted Unlocking Language to help their children thrive. Many of our referrals come from word of mouth—parents sharing their success stories because they’ve seen real progress.
Expert Team. Highly qualified therapists specializing in specific areas.
Quality-Assured Reports. Every report is meticulously reviewed.
Tribunal Expertise: Extensive experience in supporting families through the tribunal process.
No Waiting List: Prompt appointments and assessments available.
Tailored Recommendations: Every child receives a customized therapy plan.
Holistic Approach: We address all aspects of communication challenges.
Our Awards
Client Experience
Success Stories from Families Like Yours
Satya Meruva
“Glad to have found Unlocking
Language.”
"Glad to have found Unlocking Language ... Especially Priyanka who connected really well with our daughter and helped her come a long way in her speech and language."
Josh Chandler
“Lydia was very patient...”
Language.”
“The team were very helpful and welcoming to me child and I. Lydia was very patient, engaging, a kind during the assessment.”
Kristina Turlakova
“Best for kids...”
“Best speech therapist for kids, I recommend!”
Your Child’s Success Story Starts Here
Meet Our Experts
Highly Qualified and Experienced Therapists
Our team continuously engages in professional development to ensure the highest quality of therapy for your child. They trained in industry-leading techniques, including:
PECS – Picture Exchange Communication System
Attention Autism – Engaging strategies for attention-building
Colourful Semantics – Developing sentence structure and meaning
Word Aware – Expanding vocabulary in a structured way
Shape Coding – Supporting grammar and sentence construction
PCI (Parent-Child Interaction) – Helping parents support speech development
Lego-Based Therapy – Social communication through structured play
Zones of Regulation – Emotional and self-regulation support
Lidcombe Program – Evidence-based therapy for stammering
Makaton – A sign language system to support communication
Low & High Tech AAC – Including Proloquo2Go
Orofacial Myology – Therapy for oral motor development
Talk Tools – Oral placement therapy for speech clarity
Michael Palin Centre Stammering – Leading therapy for fluency
Elklan Training – Advanced specialist training
Be The Change
Transforming Speech & Communication, One Child at a Time.
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. We understand the emotions, challenges, and hopes you carry for your child. That’s why at Unlocking Language, we offer specialist therapy that not only helps your child communicate confidently but also supports you as a parent every step of the way. Get started today.
Our Clinic:
Unit 3, 12 Pepper Street, London E14 9RP
Map: View on Google Maps.
Direction to our office: View PDF.
Please note: Sessions are only valid during the Easter School holidays, our usual 48 hours cancellations apply, they are not transferable. This offer is only available via online booking and the sessions do not count towards any other offers such as a block of sessions discount.