Richard Boak is a Jersey-based Consultant Speech and Language Therapist with
over 25 years of experience in autism, social communication, and acquired
neurological impairments. After working as a Senior Speech and Language
Therapist with Health and Social Services (2001-2021), Richard now runs his private
practice to meet growing demand in the Channel Islands.
He provides assessment, therapy, and consultation for children, young people and
adults with complex needs, including autism, language impairments, learning
disabilities and traumatic brain injuries. Richard is trained in ADOS, ADI-R, PECS,
TEACCH, and the SCERTS® model, and has extensive experience working with and
training professionals across education, health, and social care sectors.
He is a mentor and trainer, passionate about helping equip those working within care
environments to better support individuals with communication difficulties.
Education
BSc Speech Pathology and Language Therapy
HCPC Registered (SL07112)
Member of RCSLT
Experiences
25+ years of experience in autism and communication issues
Senior Speech and Language Therapist @ Health & Social Services
Autism awareness training in healthcare is vital for enhancing communication and personalized care for autistic patients, reducing anxiety and sensory overload. This course fosters an inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with legal standards and promoting equity in care. It fulfills the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCC) requirement for annual training and is suitable for all healthcare professionals.
