About Us
At Breathe First, we are dedicated to helping individuals of all ages improve their breathing, oral function, and overall well-being through expert myofunctional therapy. Our team of experienced clinicians is committed to delivering high-quality care, ensuring that trust, collaboration, and personalised treatment are at the core of everything we do.
Meet the Team
Our team of specialist therapists bring decades of combined experience across speech and language therapy, myofunctional therapy, and breathing re-education.
I'm Emily, the Owner and Lead Clinician at Breathe First with over 20 years of experience as a Speech and Language Therapist, dedicating the last 5 years to airway focus and oral restrictions/dysfunction. I pride myself on a high quality of patient care, with trust at the centre of the therapeutic relationship.
I'm Maureen, a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with 30 years of experience, also specialising in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy. I'm passionate about helping clients improve communication and oral function.
I'm Alice, a therapist specialising in myofunctional therapy and speech and language development, with training in the Buteyko Breathing Method. I use a holistic, evidence-based approach to improve breathing, oral function, and communication for better overall health.
I'm a qualified myofunctional therapist with over 16 years' experience as a speech and language therapist, specialising in dysphagia and neurological communication disorders. I'm passionate about providing high-quality, evidence-based support.
I'm Natalie, a Registered Dental Hygienist with 25 years of clinical experience. I also practise Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, supporting children and adults to improve their breathing, oral posture, and overall function with a calm and practical approach.
I'm Amy, a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with over 13 years of experience. I specialise in speech sound disorders and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy. I work collaboratively and am passionate about developing oral function and communication to support people's health and wellbeing.
I'm Helen, a Speech and Language Therapist with over 18 years of clinical experience and specialist training in myofunctional therapy. I offer a warm, personalised approach to evidence-based care, supporting people to enhance their quality of life through improved communication and oral function.
I'm Sophie, a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with expertise in airway disorders and dysphagia. I'm currently undertaking a PhD focused on unexplained swallowing difficulties, alongside my clinical work. I'm passionate about supporting my patients with thoughtful, evidence-based care.
I'm Lauren, a Speech and Language Therapist with over 20 years of NHS experience, specialising in severe speech sound difficulties and developmental language disorders in children. Training as a Myofunctional Therapist has allowed me to take a more holistic, individualised approach. I also have a personal interest, supporting my own family with myofunctional rehabilitation.
Our Approach
At Breathe First, we tailor therapy to fit your lifestyle. Assessments take place in person, while therapy sessions are online — giving you expert care with flexibility.
Our experience in healthcare and education allows us to provide effective, results-driven treatment, working closely with other professionals to support your progress.
Our Training
Evidence-based courses and certifications our therapists have completed.
- Manual Therapy for Voice, Swallowing, and TMJ Disorders
- Primitive Reflex Integration & the Fascial System
- TalkTools Oral Placement Therapy
- TalkTools Best Practices in Feeding, Speech & Mouth Function
- AOMT (Foundations in Myofunctional Therapy)
- Buteyko Breathing Practitioner Training
- The Breathe Course (Dr. Zaghi, TBI)
- Myomunchee Practitioner Training
- MRC Myobrace Certifications
Why Choose Us?
At Breathe First, we understand firsthand the transformative power of functional breathing and proper oral function. What started as a personal journey became a mission to empower individuals of all ages with the tools to improve their health, sleep, communication, and overall well-being.
We take a whole-body approach, addressing root causes rather than just symptoms. Our therapy is built on the latest research in myofunctional therapy, airway health, and functional breathing, helping patients achieve lasting results.
