Frequently Asked Questions

Where will you see my child?

Lucy can see your children and young people in the comfort of their own home or education setting if this is possible. Lucy also has a home therapy office where assessments and therapy sessions can be provided if appropriate.

When can you see my child?

Lucy can see children and young people on Fridays and Saturdays for regular sessions but can also offer some one-off appointments on Mondays.

What training do you deliver?

Training and consultancy services are bespoke and can be relating to a topic agreed between the requester and Lucy during initial consultation. Please do contact Lucy to discuss what training she could provide for your setting.

What does an assessment session involve?

Assessment sessions involve face to face time with the child/young person and Lucy Benjamin. It can also include consultation with parents and education staff. Prices for assessment include time required for Lucy to write an assessment report incorporating a review of assessment findings and any recommendations or targets.

How many therapy sessions will my child need?

Therapy is bespoke and children are individual. Therefore the number of sessions a child or young person will need will vary. Lucy will be able to give you a clearer idea of how many sessions may be required following an assessment session.

What is the Lucy Benjamin Equity Endeavour?

Lucy will offer every 10th appointment booked by or following recommendation from an education setting free of charge for a child or young person who may not have access to the financial support required to access private speech and language support.

What area do you cover?

Lucy can provide face to face therapy to children and young people within the Scottish Borders and Lothians. Face to face sessions can be provided to anyone in Lucy’s therapy office in Cardrona. There is a charge for Lucy to travel to families outside of Peebles/Cardrona/Innerleithen of 55p per mile driven. Services can also be offered remotely to anyone requesting these and if this is appropriate to a child’s needs.

Can I pay for your services using private health insurance?

If you pay for Lucy’s services you can then claim this on private health insurance using your invoice.

My child is receiving support from the NHS SLT team. Can I access Lucy’s services too?

Yes. You can receive support from Lucy while you are waiting for or receiving support from any NHS SLT service. Lucy will provide paperwork that can be shared with NHS SLT services to save any duplication of assessment or supports.

If you are offered support or are receiving support from the NHS Scottish Borders SLT children and young person’s team then you can either continue with this NHS support and cease involvement with Lucy or continue to receive both support from Lucy and another NHS Scottish Borders SLT service therapist. If you would like to discuss this further, Lucy will be happy to chat about your individual case.