TOGETHER WE CARE
Eleos Clinic is a community mental health and wellness clinic founded for children and families.
TEAM
CLARE STARMER
Speech & Language Therapist
Pronouns: She/Her
Locations: Virtual, The Shrubberies, East London
I am passionate about advocating for children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and valued. I strive to gain a deeper understanding of the lived experiences of individuals with Autism, recognising their unique perspectives and challenges. I am committed to identifying and building on a young person’s strengths and needs, providing them with the necessary information and support to help them thrive and achieve happiness.
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Bsc (Hons) Psychology and Counselling Studies – The University of Salford
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Bsc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy
– The University of Manchester
ASSESSMENTS
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ADOS – 2
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Experience using a range of both standardised and non-standardised language assessments including: CELF5, Pre-school CELF, ACE, Test of Abstract Language Comprehension.
QUALIFICATIONS
I have over 14 years of experience as a paediatric Speech and Language Therapist, working primarily within mainstream schools as well as specialist provisions. My work in schools has been a cornerstone of my career, involving assessments, developing language programmes and interventions, supporting Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) applications, and advising on environmental adjustments and strategies. Through my assessment work, I have played a key role in the diagnostic process, contributing to a deeper understanding of a child’s strengths and needs to ensure they receive the appropriate support within their educational setting. I have worked with children facing a range of challenges, including autism, developmental language disorder (DLD), speech disorders, and global learning difficulties.
More recently, I have been part of two Autism diagnostic services in London, working within a multi-disciplinary team. I have greatly valued the opportunity to learn from the young people I have met, gaining insight into how they experience Autism and neurodiversity. This ongoing learning continues to shape my diagnostic practice and strengthens my ability to advocate for the children and young people I work with.