Hello I’m Eleanor
I’m the founder of Attune and a CORU and HCPC registered Speech & Language Therapist with nearly 20 years’ experience. I specialise in supporting children and young people with communication differences, with particular expertise in autism and sensory processing.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with children and young people with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs. My specialist experience has led me to look beyond communication skills in isolation — considering how sensory processing, regulation, interaction and the environment can all influence a child’s ability to communicate and participate.
I’ve had the privilege of working alongside families, schools and multidisciplinary teams to understand not only how a child communicates, but what helps them feel able to communicate, engage and participate.
I believe meaningful support begins with understanding. Every child communicates differently, and by taking time to understand the whole child, we can build support that is practical, collaborative and focused on what matters most in everyday life.
Based in the Rostrevor/Newry area, Attune SLT provides specialist speech and language therapy for children, families and schools across Northern Ireland, with services also available in the Republic of Ireland.
Professional registration & expertise
• CORU Registered Speech & Language Therapist
• HCPC Registered Speech & Language Therapist
• MSc Sensory Integration
• Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner
• Specialist experience in autism and neurodivergent communication
About Attune
Why Attune?
Attune reflects my approach to Speech & Language Therapy.
To attune means to become responsive to another person's needs, experiences and communication. Before meaningful support can begin, it's important to understand each child's unique strengths, challenges and the environments in which they learn, communicate and build relationships.
Rather than viewing communication in isolation, I take a holistic approach that considers the wider factors influencing participation, including sensory processing, relationships, environments and everyday experiences.
By building a shared understanding with families, schools and other professionals, we can develop practical strategies that make a real difference in everyday life.
What you can expect
Understanding first
Every child is unique. I take time to understand each child's communication, strengths, sensory profile and everyday experiences before making recommendations that are meaningful and individualised.
Working together
The best outcomes are achieved through collaboration. I work closely with families, schools and other professionals to build shared understanding and meaningful goals.
Evidence-informed
Assessment and intervention are guided by current research, clinical expertise and ongoing professional development, ensuring support remains relevant and effective.
Practical support
Recommendations should work in real life. My aim is to provide strategies that are realistic, achievable and easy to use at home, in school and in everyday situations.
Experience & Qualifications
I believe that ongoing learning and reflective practice are essential to providing high-quality, evidence-informed support.
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Speech & Language Pathology
MSc in Sensory Integration
Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner
HCPC and CORU Registered Speech & Language Therapist
Experience
Nearly 20 years' experience as a Speech & Language Therapist
Specialist experience supporting autistic children and young people, and their families
Extensive experience working collaboratively with families, schools and multidisciplinary teams
Lecturer, mentor and assignment marker in postgraduate Sensory Integration Education
Committed to ongoing professional development to ensure practice remains current and evidence-informed
Ready to work together?
Whether you're looking for support for your child, specialist advice for your school, or simply want to find out whether Attune is the right fit, I'd love to hear from you.