Ruth Freeman
Solihull
Speech & Language Therapist
My Work
My name is Ruth. I am an independent Speech & Language Therapist in Solihull, near Birmingham who is passionate about working with people who have communication difficulties as a result of stroke and brain injury. Since qualifying in 1998, I spent almost 20 years within the NHS working with people with neurological diagnoses.
I have a special interest in communication difficulties and their association with the cognitive challenges that can co-occur, such as reduced attention/concentration, memory, problem solving and insight.
I have learned from everyone I have worked with over the years and in 2017 consolidated my experiences with a further period of academic study and achieved a Postgraduate Certificate in Neurological Rehabilitation at Coventry University.
I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and am a member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and the Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice (ASLTIP).
My Life
I was born and raised in Solihull so I am a true local! My friends have always said I can talk for England but I am affectionately known as the ‘agony aunt’ within my circle of friends too.
I love socialising with family and friends. I am a keen watcher of cricket, tennis and rugby but prefer the weather that (usually) accompanies the summer sports!
I have recently discovered Yoga and Pilates which I have found to be great for mind and body as well as providing another great opportunity to meet new people.
I also enjoy cooking, particularly baking treats for family and friends, and I appreciate the importance of being able to share mealtimes with others.
My Work
My name is Ruth. I am an independent Speech & Language Therapist in Solihull, near Birmingham who is passionate about working with people who have communication difficulties as a result of stroke and brain injury. Since qualifying in 1998, I spent almost 20 years within the NHS working with people with neurological diagnoses.
I have a special interest in communication difficulties and their association with the cognitive challenges that can co-occur, such as reduced attention/concentration, memory, problem solving and insight.
I have learned from everyone I have worked with over the years and in 2017 consolidated my experiences with a further period of academic study and achieved a Postgraduate Certificate in Neurological Rehabilitation at Coventry University.
I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and am a member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and the Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice (ASLTIP).
My Life
I was born and raised in Solihull so I am a true local! My friends have always said I can talk for England but I am affectionately known as the ‘agony aunt’ within my circle of friends too.
I love socialising with family and friends. I am a keen watcher of cricket, tennis and rugby but prefer the weather that (usually) accompanies the summer sports!
I have recently discovered Yoga and Pilates which I have found to be great for mind and body as well as providing another great opportunity to meet new people.
I also enjoy cooking, particularly baking treats for family and friends, and I appreciate the importance of being able to share mealtimes with others.
