About Us
Christiane Maitland (née Dehnhardt) Principal Speech & Language Therapist
MSc Speech & Language Therapy, Dipl. Sprachheilpädagogik, Cert MRCSLT, regHPC, MASLTIP
Christiane is a bilingual German and English speaking Speech & Language Therapist with eleven years extensive experience in working with children, teenagers and adults with speech, language, communication, voice and swallowing disorders.
She is a certified member of the Royal College Of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT), the Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice (ASLTIP) and is registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC).
Christiane is a recognised Speech & Language Therapy provider with BUPA. In order for claims to be eligible through BUPA you must be referred for Speech & Language Therapy by your GP or a recognised BUPA consultant.
Testimonials
„Ms Dehnhardt has been working at St. Christina’s School with children with specific educational needs for the past year. During that time she has always liaised very closely with the school, parents and other relevant bodies. Ms Dehnhardt has demonstrated a thoroughly professional approach to each case referred to her. Her recommendations and support have proven beneficial to all concerned. She has taken a genuine interest in each referral and willingly gives her time to offer follow up advice and guidance for the class teacher and SENCO. I would thoroughly recommend her for your consideration."
Miss N. Clyne-Wilson, Headteacher Saint Christina’s School, St. John’s Wood, London
"I just wanted to let you know how delighted my husband and I are at our son’s progress after his sessions with you. I saw in our first session, when I was present with my son, how easily you won his attention and enthusiasm; and crucially how fun and relaxed the games you played were. Your regular updates after each one of the one-to-one sessions helped us build on the techniques you worked on together. I’m still somewhat stunned as to how speedily he’s absorbed the techniques you’ve shown him, carefully pronouncing the sounds with real determination and pride. Our son has always been a little shy and has a tendency to get tense when told to do things that are “good for him”, so I’m all the more appreciative of how speedily you’ve gained his confidence and trust. Many thanks."
Mrs. S. Ahmed, mother of 4-year old son and news presenter BBC
"It is such a comfort to know that you are there to guide us and support our pupils, we can see the progress they are making and are very grateful to you."
Mrs. M.-H. Leoni, Headteacher Windmill Montessori School, Maida Vale, London
"My daughter J. has attended speech therapy sessions with Christiane for over a year. Christiane was highly recommended to us by J.'s nursery school teacher. J. was diagnosed with expressive language delay with dyspraxic tendencies. When she started with Christiane, she found it very hard to articulate many words and impossible to copy a spoken sentence. J. is now well within the "normal" range and converses readily and easily even with strangers. She is willing to try to articulate more complex concepts and has truly blossomed into an outgoing and confident child. I find that J. really looks forward to her sessions with Christiane, as they are always interesting and fast moving, and she is always readily praised. Christiane has also been incredibly supportive and knowledgeable as we have had to consider the appropriate next school and the timing thereof.
Mrs. N. Sutherland, mother of a 5-year old daughter
"Very interesting, I would appreciate further seminars. Booklet will be very useful and it’s good to know we can approach you, whenever."
Miss V. Bhagalia, Teacher, on Skills Seminar for Teachers
“Our 4-year-old son attended Speech Therapy sessions for about half a year and looked forward to “Playtime” with Ms Dehnhardt every week. Before beginning treatment E. spoke very unclear and was unable to pronounce many single letters and letter combinations. This meant that only close relatives could understand what he was saying. After only a few weeks of therapy we started getting comments from many different people about how much E.’s speech had improved. After 6 months he had completely overcome his speech impediment. His grandmother in Germany was overjoyed that she was able to have a telephone conversation with him for the first time! I was very happy with Ms Dehnhardt’s speech therapy, in particular the way she was able to make the sessions so much fun for E. Once he had begun therapy, I was amazed how quickly his speech improved.”
Dr. S. Williams, Dermatologist