Connecting voices, growing potential — at every stage of life.
Warm, evidence-based speech and language therapy for children and adults in Christchurch — from first words to stroke recovery. Backed by fourteen years’ experience across hospital, community, and private practice settings.
Therapy for every stage of communication.
From toddlers finding their first words to adults recovering communication after stroke — every plan is evidence-based, tailored, and focused on what matters most to you and your whānau.
Children & young people
Building confident communicators — from first words to literacy and beyond
- Late talkers & early language Toddlers and preschoolers developing first words
- Speech sounds Helping your child speak clearly and be understood by everyone
- Language development Building the bridge between thoughts and words
- Reading & writing support Unlocking the world of words through structured literacy
- Autism — social communication & connection Supporting your child to be themselves while connecting to others
Adults & older adults
Navigating change with confidence — rehabilitation for speech, language, and swallowing.
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- –Language & expression (aphasia): bridging the gap between your thoughts and words
- –Speech clarity (dysarthria): targeting the coordination and movement of the muscles used for speech
- –Speech planning (apraxia): re-training the brain to send the correct signals to the mouth for smooth and intentional speech sounds
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- –Speech & language (dysarthria, apraxia and aphasia): support addressing changes to speech production and language use following brain injury
- –Cognitive communication: strategies for planning, memory, and problem-solving your everyday communication
- –Fatigue management: learning how to pace your communication and social interactions to avoid brain fog
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Swallowing support (dysphagia) Safe & enjoyable eating and drinking for a better quality of life
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Progressive conditions Collaborative therapy to support changes to communication and swallowing from conditions like Parkinson's or Dementia
Fourteen years listening carefully, and helping people be heard.
Kia ora, I’m Eleanor Maxwell.
I provide warm, evidence-based speech and language therapy for children, adults, and whānau.
With 14 years of experience across hospital, community, and charitable settings, I’ve had the privilege of supporting a wonderfully diverse range of clients through their communication and swallowing journeys.
While my background is deeply rooted in adult neurological rehabilitation, I am equally passionate about paediatric therapy. I believe that whether you are regaining a voice or finding it for the first time, the goal is the same: meaningful connection.
When I’m not in the clinic, you’ll likely find me keeping up with my two energetic daughters or in the garden — trying to convince my vegetables to grow as well as my clients do!
My mission is to help every individual—regardless of age—unleash their vibrant communication potential and stay connected to the people and places they love.
A clear path, from first call to real progress.
Therapy works best when expectations are clear and next steps are specific.
Free call
A no-pressure 15-minute chat so I can understand what's going on for you or your child, answer any questions, and see if I'm the right fit.
Assessment
Evidence-based assessment to build a clear picture of strengths, priorities, and goals.
Therapy plan
A written plan with specific goals, session structure, and what success looks like.
Review
Regular check-ins to see what's working, adjust where needed, and make sure therapy is making a real difference.
"The first therapist who actually explained what was happening, what we were working on, and why. Our son made more progress in three months than the previous year."— Parent of 5-year-old · Christchurch
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