Alyssa O'Reilly
SALT
HCPC Registration Number: SL041790
Hello, my name is Alyssa!
I am delighted to be part of the Words First team! I completed my undergraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy at Ulster University, qualifying in 2023. During my time at university, I gained experience in both schools and community clinics, supporting primary school-aged children with a wide range of strengths and needs.
I enjoy every aspect of being a Speech and Language Therapist, but if I had to choose my favourite areas, they would be autism, speech sound difficulties and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). I also love delivering training sessions for teaching assistants, teachers and SENCOs. These collaborative sessions provide valuable opportunities to share knowledge, build confidence and develop practical strategies to support children with speech, language and communication needs.
I am passionate about empowering children and young people, improving their quality of life and helping them develop the skills and confidence to achieve their goals. The Words First value that resonates most with me is child-centred practice. I believe every child should be at the heart of everything we do, and that working in partnership with families, schools and the child themselves leads to the best possible outcomes.
Outside of work, I am an avid reader and artist. I love experimenting with gouache paint and paint pens, and I’m always on the lookout for a strange or spooky book to read! If you asked my best friend to describe me, she would probably say I’m caring, patient and creative.
