Risha Joshi
SaLT
HCPC Registration Number: SL34953
Hello! Jambo! My name is Risha, and I’m a Speech and Language Therapist.
I studied at the University of Reading in the United Kingdom and qualified with a BSc in Speech and Language Therapy in 2014. Originally from sunny Kenya in East Africa, I practised there for over ten years, working with both children and adults with speech, language, and communication difficulties.
Over the years, I’ve worked across a variety of settings — including schools, clinics, and clients’ homes — collaborating with other professionals to support each individual in their communication journey. I thrive in multidisciplinary environments where professionals come together to make a real difference in someone’s life. These experiences have deepened my appreciation for the power of interdisciplinary working and the meaningful impact it brings. Go team!
I have a particular interest in phonology (speech sounds) and articulation, and I love finding fun and creative ways to keep children motivated during therapy sessions.
The Words First value that resonates most with me is… well, all of them! But if I had to choose just one, it would be the commitment to using an interdisciplinary approach. It brings together the ideas and expertise of different professionals to offer a holistic, well-rounded service that helps every child or young person reach their full potential.
In my spare time, you’ll usually find me in the kitchen — cooking or baking up a storm! I love trying out new recipes (and of course, tasting the results). I also enjoy walks in nature as a way to unwind, and I never say no to a good comedy or a rerun of Friends.
If you asked my friends to describe me, I think they’d say I’m creative, super-organised, and witty. I do appreciate a good pun or two as well!
