Expert Therapy, Grounded in Real-World Experience

SEND Inclusion Therapy provides expert-led therapy and assessments for children and young people across the North West of England.
We support families navigating communication, sensory, behavioural, or developmental challenges — with compassion, clarity, and care.

Meet the team

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The practice is led by a passionate, qualified team with decades of experience in SEND education, recruitment, diagnostics, and neurodevelopmental therapy.

Every plan is personalised, practical, and informed by real-world understanding.

Monica Bugg — Lead Therapist

MA, QTS, INPP Trained, ADOS-2 Assessor

Monica brings over 20 years of experience working with children who are neurodivergent, emotionally vulnerable, or developmentally delayed. Her calm, collaborative approach ensures every child feels supported, and every family feels heard.

Expertise includes:

  • Autism Assessments (ADOS-2)

  • Developmental Coordination and Movement Therapy

  • Sensory Integration & Emotional Regulation

  • Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Care

  • SEND & SEMH School Leadership

  • Behavioural and Cognitive Strategy Planning

Qualifications:

  • MA in Health and Rehabilitation Psychology

  • PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • INPP Neuro-Physiological Psychology Training

  • Certified ADOS-2 Assessor

  • Former Chartered Psychologist (MBPsS, GMBPsS)

Monica combines clinical expertise with a nurturing, empowering style — helping children build confidence, resilience, and independence.

Behind the Practice: Leila Wood & Alison Jackson

Founders & Directors

SEND Inclusion Therapy is proudly co-led by Leila Wood and Alison Jackson, who together bring over 20 years of experience in the SEND sector. Their extensive background in SEND recruitment and education ensures the services we offer are grounded in practical, whole-child support.

They are passionate about improving outcomes for children with additional needs — through evidence-based services, early intervention, and holistic family support.

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What We Believe.

Our Values

Every child deserves to be seen, supported, and understood.

Early support can make a lifelong difference.

Families deserve clear guidance, not confusion.

The best outcomes come from combining expertise with empathy.

FAQs

  • No — many families contact us with early concerns. We help you decide what support is most appropriate.

  • We work in homes, schools, or familiar community settings across the North West. We adapt to what’s best for your child.

  • You’ll receive a written summary after the initial consultation within 48 hours. Autism assessments come with a full report delivered in 7–10 working days.

  • Yes. We regularly collaborate with schools, SENCOs, and other professionals as part of our assessment or therapy process.

  • Our services support children from age 1 and up.