1st Edition
Using the Systems Approach for Aphasia An Introduction for Speech and Language Therapists
Preface
Chapter 1: What is Systems Theory?
Case: Alice
Chapter 2: A Brief overview of Aphasia Therapy
Case: Babs
Chapter 3: A Systems approach to Aphasia Therapy
Case: Andrew
Chapter 4: The Self of the Therapist
Case: Susie
Chapter 5: First Encounters
Case: Magda
Chapter 6: Reaching for Goals
Case: David
Chapter 7: Endings
Case: Gerry
Chapter 8: Aspirations for Aphasia Therapy
Case: Angus and Sandra
Chapter 9: Final Thoughts
Index
Biography
Susie Hayden was born and raised in Tanzania; she studied Language and Linguistics at York University, and Postgraduate Speech and Language Therapy in 1990. Susie’s passion for working with individuals and families experiencing aphasia, carers and professionals is enhanced by her Systemic Family Therapy training and practice since 2016. An experienced trainer and clinical educator, in both theoretical and practical aspects of aphasia therapy, Susie was Specialist Clinical Advisor to the CQC for four years. After 25 years specialising in aphasia therapy within NHS hospitals and community settings, recent years have seen her focus on charity and voluntary sectors and running her own practice.
