Martina Dwyer
Email: [email protected]
CORU Number: SL010456
Year of Qualification: 2014
About my practice
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About
Bright Clouds SLT is a specialist speech and language therapy practice founded by Martina Dwyer, a CORU registered SLT with 12 years of clinical experience. Having worked across private practice, universities, schools, charities and the HSE in both disability and primary care services, I now specialise exclusively in the areas I am most passionate about and have the most training in.
Two of my immediate family members have attended SLT. Alongside my clinical experience, I bring a unique and personal understanding of what it means to live with communication difficulties, and what it means for families and communities to provide support.
The social model of disability is central to the Bright Clouds SLT ethos. Communication difficulties are not solely located within the individual, we can all challenge the societal barriers that make communication harder.
Specialisms
Complex Speech Sound Intervention
Including speech sound delays and disorders and Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). I hold specialist training in motor speech intervention, and neurodiversity affirming practice.
Stammer Affirming Therapy
Working from a stammer affirming philosophy across all ages; supporting children, teenagers and adults to communicate with confidence on their own terms.
Outdoor Speech and Language Therapy
Ireland’s first SLT specialising in outdoor speech and language therapy, particularly suitable for children with complex language profiles, including Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and Gestalt Language Processors.
Ages: Therapy is provided across the lifespan.
Recent, Relevant and Upcoming Training
Diagnosis and Treatment of Childhood Apraxia of Speech Using Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC – June 2026)
PROMPT Level 1 (May 2026)
Neurodiversity Affirming Practice and CAS (Aleisha Hawley, Flow Talk Speech, April 2026)
Bondar Speech Treatment of Apraxia of Speech (in progress 2026)
Meaningful Speech GLP (in progress 2026)
LSVT LOUD certified 2025
Using Generative AI in Speech and Language Therapy, ISTI and Rachel Barton (2025)
Autism Diagnostic Observation Tool, 2nd Edition (2025)
Certified Outdoor Therapist 2025
How My Practice Works
Home visits – Laois
Face to face therapy is available through home visits within 20-30 minutes of Portlaoise. Clients consistently find that being in their own environment allows for their best learning and growth. Home visits support real life integration of therapy, family involvement, and are particularly helpful for clients with anxiety about clinic settings, mobility difficulties, or limited access to transport. Home visits are also how I currently integrate my outdoor SLT practice.
Clinic – Portlaoise
A clinic setting is available in Portlaoise, particularly suitable for older children and adults who can travel and for clients who are comfortable in a small consultation room environment.
Online – Nationwide
Online therapy is available nationwide. Research consistently supports the effectiveness of teletherapy for SLT. For younger children, teletherapy can be supportive with parent coaching and innovative ways to engage a young child’s attention. Many older children and teenagers engage enthusiastically with digital resources, and adults appreciate the flexibility and discretion of online sessions.
School Based Support
School based SLT support is available either onsite or online. Training packages for teachers available on request.
Fees At a Glance (full fee schedule can be provided on request)
Therapy sessions: €90-110
Assessment sessions: €150-160 per session (typically 2-3 sessions)
Full formal language assessment: €400
All sessions are prepaid. Payment plans are available for blocks of therapy and intensives.
Referrals
JUNE/JULY 2026 : Limited spaces available.
I only accept referrals in areas where I hold a high level of current training, experience and diary capacity. This ensures every client receives the standard of care they deserve.
Bright Clouds SLT does not currently offer therapy in the following areas:
– Eating, drinking and swallowing
– Selective/Situational Mutism
- Make an Enquiry
Complete the enquiry form: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/HAdia8wRFp
Instagram: @brightclouds_slt - Website: https://brightcloudsslt.ie/
- Email: [email protected]
Memberships and Qualifications
Martina Dwyer
CORU Registered Speech and Language Therapist SL010456
IASLT | ISTI member
BA Psychology | MSc Speech and Language Therapy
Bright Clouds Speech and Language Therapy Reg 764210
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Availability: Due to Martina’s busy clinic schedule, it is best to email enquiries to [email protected] or complete the initial enquiry form above. Please let me know where you are based. Phone consultations are typically scheduled for a time that suits us both.
Qualification: MSc Speech and Language Therapy, BA Psychology
Areas Treated
Children:
Adults: