MEET THE COLLECTIVE
We are a growing collective of independent paediatric Occupational, Speech and Language and Physio therapists working in and around London. To connect or to learn more about other therapists in our community, please feel free to reach out!
-
Laura Ruzzano
Laura is a California native who recently moved to London in 2021. She earned her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California (USC) and is specialist certified in Ayres READ MORE…
-
Jill Petersen
Jill received her Masters of Science in Speech and Language Pathology from the University of British Columbia, in Canada, where she worked for 5 years before moving to the UK in 2015. She has worked in READ MORE…
-
Maggie Conlon
Maggie has a Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She has worked as a Speech and Language Therapist for over 10 years. After graduate school, she started her career in District 75 at the READ MORE…
-
Laura Moore
Laura studied Occupational Therapy at the University of Liverpool. Since qualifying Laura has worked across a magnitude of different settings both in the NHS and within private practice, including specialist neurodevelopmental clinics, sensory clinics, specialist and mainstream schools/nurseries and within the family home. Alongside private practice Laura also works three days a week on a level 3 neonatal unit.
Laura has experience working with children from birth to 25. Laura has a keen interest in early intervention. However, enjoys supporting children of all ages and has a lot of experience with different diagnosis including autism, attachment disorders, rare neurodevelopmental and neuromotor disabilities, prematurity...as well as many others.
Lauras additional training includes Sensory Intergration (Advanced Practioner), Sensory Attachment (SAI), SOS feeding, Therapeutic listening, Newborn behavioural Observation (NBO), Baby massage, EI-SMART early intervention course for high-risk infants and is a peer supporter for baby wearing.
Laura has a passion for supporting families in the way that they need. Laura believes in a personalised and holstic approach to therapy that fits with what the child needs and is achievable for the family. Laura believes therapy should be fun and playful!
-
Kelly Cheung
Kelly is a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with extensive experience supporting children, young people, and adults with a wide range of communication needs, including adults with developmental communication difficulties.
She holds an MSc in Speech and Language Sciences from University College London and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
Kelly’s areas of specialism include speech sound development, Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), early years communication, social communication, stammering, and supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Her therapy approach is creative, fun, and engaging, with a strong focus on building meaningful relationships and making therapy practical and relevant to daily life. She works closely with families, educators, and professionals to support consistent progress.
Having grown up in London, Kelly brings both personal and professional insight into the diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds of the families she supports. Kelly also provides therapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin Chinese, and is passionate about supporting multilingual learners.
She is excited to join Kid-Kind Collective and contribute to a team that values connection, inclusion, and child-centred care.
-
Leonie Kenny
Speech and Language Therapist.
Bio coming soon!
-
Leandri Ferreira
Occupational Therapist
Bio coming soon!
-
Kerry Brown
Occupational Therapist
Bio coming soon!
FRIENDS OF THE COLLECTIVE
Jayne Potter - Registered SaLT, Independent Therapist
Rachel Barker - Registered SaLT, Independent Therapist
James Bronson - Registered OT, Independent Therapist
Chloe Stevenson - Registered OT, Independent Therapist
Adam Drexler - Registered physio, Independent Therapist
Danielle Haworth - Registered SaLT, Independent Therapist
Marianna Kassai - Registered Play Therapist
Sarah Kessler - Registered SaLT, Independent Therapist
Emma Bower - Registered OT, Independent Therapist