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SEND Therapists & Specialists Serving Tunbridge Wells

SEND therapists and specialists serving families in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Includes speech therapists, psychologists, play therapists and sensory specialists.

Tunbridge Wells is one of the most well-known towns in West Kent, with a strong independent school sector and a long-standing reputation as a centre for families who invest deeply in their children's education and wellbeing. The town has a notably high concentration of private SEND practitioners, and for many families in the surrounding area, Tunbridge Wells is the first place they look when seeking specialist support.

Our directory lists 9 providers serving Tunbridge Wells, with an unusually broad range of services. The Children's Wellness Centre, based in the town, is a multi-award-winning paediatric practice offering gold-standard autism and ADHD assessments alongside occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and psychology. Other providers bring specialist expertise in speech and literacy therapy, sensory integration, play therapy, and clinical psychology.

Tunbridge Wells sits within the borough of the same name, which includes villages in the High Weald and the border with East Sussex. Families in the borough are well placed to access providers in Cranbrook, Tonbridge, and Sevenoaks as well, giving a genuinely wide range of options for different types of therapy and assessment.

The strong independent school sector in Tunbridge Wells means many families here are experienced in commissioning private assessments and therapies to support their child's learning. Whether your child attends a state school, grammar school, or independent school, the providers listed here can help with assessments that inform provision and support EHCP applications where needed.

For free, impartial advice, contact Kent SENDIASS on 03000 41 3000. The Kent SEND Local Offer details the support available to families in the Tunbridge Wells borough and across the county.

Explore the listings below, read provider profiles, and get in touch directly to discuss your child's needs.

9 providers serving Tunbridge Wells ยท Last reviewed Apr 2026

Philippa Benson Speech Clinic
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ SLT ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Covers Tunbridge Wells (based in Sevenoaks) Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

Philippa Benson is a Speech, Language and Literacy Therapist and Dynamic Assessor of Thinking Skills based in Sevenoaks, Kent. Offers private therapy for speech, language, literacy and communication d...

Lucy Pollard Speech and Language Therapies
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ SLT ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Covers Tunbridge Wells (based in Hawkhurst) Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

Independent provider of paediatric speech and language therapy in West Kent and East Sussex, based in Hawkhurst. Has specialist clinical interest in working with children on the Autistic Spectrum and ...

The Children's Wellness Centre Tunbridge Wells
๐Ÿง  Psychology ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Tunbridge Wells Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

Multi-award winning independent paediatric practice in Tunbridge Wells offering gold-standard assessments and therapy including ADHD and autism assessments, occupational therapy, speech and language t...

Autism Kent
๐Ÿง  Psychology ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Covers Tunbridge Wells (based in Whitstable) Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

Team of highly experienced clinicians specialising in neurodiversity, led by Dr Isobel Robb (Clinical Psychologist). Offers autism and ADHD diagnostic assessments and 1-1 therapy sessions for children...

Foundations Child Therapy
๐Ÿง  Psychology ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Covers Tunbridge Wells (based in Tonbridge) Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

Assessments and therapies for children, young people and adults across Kent and West Sussex, based in Tonbridge. Provides specialist psychological therapies administered by Clinical Psychologists, CBT...

Neuroprecision CBT and Psychology
๐Ÿง  Psychology ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Covers Tunbridge Wells (based in Borough Green) Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

CBT therapy and psychology practice serving Kent, Surrey and Sussex, based in Borough Green with coverage including Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Maidstone, Tunbridge Wells, Edenbridge, Gravesend, Medway and ...

The Play Therapist (Cranbrook)
๐ŸŽฒ Play Therapy ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Covers Tunbridge Wells (based in Cranbrook) Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

Play therapy service based near Cranbrook in Kent, providing affordable counselling for children in schools and privately, individually or in small groups. Uses play, as well as words, to help childre...

Jigsaw Play Therapy Ltd
๐ŸŽฒ Play Therapy ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Covers Tunbridge Wells (based in West Kent) Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

West Kent play therapy service offering play therapy, filial coaching, counselling, parent support and training. PTUK-certified therapists use the integrative holistic model. Works with primary-aged c...

Shine Therapy Centre
โœจ Sensory ๐Ÿ  Private ๐Ÿ“ Covers Tunbridge Wells (based in Cranbrook) Reviewed by SENDPath ยท Apr 2026

Private occupational therapy service in Cranbrook, Kent offering family-focused OT assessment and treatment for children. Clinic designed with sensory equipment for a sensory integration approach. Fou...

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Frequently Asked Questions: SEND Therapists in Tunbridge Wells

How do I find a SEND therapist in Tunbridge Wells?

This page lists 9 private SEND providers serving Tunbridge Wells families, covering speech therapy, psychology, play therapy, and sensory integration. Browse the listings above and visit individual profiles for details on services and booking. Kent SENDIASS can offer free advice on 03000 41 3000.

Are there private SEND specialists near Tunbridge Wells?

Yes. Tunbridge Wells has one of the strongest concentrations of private SEND specialists in Kent. The Children's Wellness Centre, based in the town, offers a multi-disciplinary service including autism and ADHD assessments. Additional speech therapists, play therapists, and psychologists serve the area from nearby locations. All providers have been reviewed by SENDPath.

Does Tunbridge Wells have specialist autism assessment services?

Yes. The Children's Wellness Centre in Tunbridge Wells offers gold-standard autism and ADHD diagnostic assessments for children, alongside a range of therapeutic services. Other providers covering the area also offer neurodevelopmental assessments. Private assessments can support EHCP applications and help families secure the right provision at school.