Gill is a highly experienced Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with over two decades of clinical practice across NHS services in England, Scotland, and abroad, as well as independent practice. She qualified with a BSc in Speech Pathology and Therapy from Queen Margaret University and later completed an MSc in Language and Communication Impairment in Children at the University of Sheffield. She is a registered member of both the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT), having maintained continuous registration since 2001.
She currently works part-time as a Senior CAMHS Clinical Specialist within SCAAND (Service for Complex Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders) at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, contributing to specialist multidisciplinary assessments and service development initiatives. Her previous roles include positions within Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and Central London Community Healthcare, where she provided expert input in neurodevelopmental diagnostic services and contributed towards assessments for autism spectrum disorders, selective mutism, and complex communication needs.
Her clinical interests include autism and co-occurring neurodevelopmental conditions, mental health and communication, differential diagnosis, and the development of clear care pathways for complex presentations. She is trained in ADOS-2 and ADI-R, with additional specialist training in selective mutism, paediatric dysphagia, and dialectical behaviour therapy. She has a strong track record of collaborative multidisciplinary work, supervision, and service improvement, and is passionate about promoting holistic, evidence-informed and neuro-affirmative approaches to supporting children, young people, and families.
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