Supporting Talking offers clinical supervision for Speech and Language Therapists working in independent practice, with a focus on early years. Nicola Holmes, owner of Supporting Talking and specialist speech and language therapist, combines practical experience in independent and NHS settings with strategic insight from advisory and governance roles.
This breadth of experience allows supervision to be both reflective and forward looking, helping SLTs to develop confidence, competence, and professional resilience.
About Nicola
Nicola has extensive and varied experience in both NHS and independent settings. Relevant experience includes clinical practice, leadership, advisory, governance and specialist training in autism and ADHD assessment.
- Qualified Speech and Language Therapist — 2007
- Specialist in Early Years
- Independent Practitioner for over 10 years, with experience in building a diverse portfolio career beyond the NHS
- Lead Professional Advisor (Early Years) — The Communication Trust (2016–2018)
- Service Lead — North Somerset Children’s Centre SLT Service
- Team Lead — NHS South Gloucestershire Early Years Service
- Author for ASLTIP: Navigating Professional Supervision and Support in Independent Practice
- Trained in ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule) and part of an MDT Autism and ADHD assessment team.
Training & Credentials
- Coaching Basic Awareness Course (2011)
- Level 5 Extended Diploma in Management & Leadership (2015)
- Management Matters (2020)
- Boardroom Essentials (Women on Boards) — Governance training (2025)
- Navigating Professional Supervision & Support in Independent Practice — ASLTIP, Lead Author (2024)
Additional Leadership & Governance Roles
- ASLTIP Member Engagement Director (2020–2023)
- ASLTIP Vice Chair (2023–2025)
- ASLTIP Chair (2025–present)
Supervision Services
- Confidential supervision sessions for reflection, professional development, and clinical support
- Guidance in navigating the challenges and opportunities of independent practice
- Support grounded in clinical expertise, leadership experience, and sector knowledge
- Supervision tailored to the individual needs and career stage of each SLT
Rates:
- Daytime sessions: £75 per hour
- Evening sessions: £80 per hour
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