Celebrating your child’s differences
Every child has a unique way of communicating, especially neurodivergent and autistic children.
What some see as differences, we also see as strengths that deserve to be supported and celebrated, so your child feels safe and encouraged to develop their own communication style in a way that feels comfortable to them.
Creating moments of joyful communication
BeMe Therapy was founded by Julie Holmes as an inclusive therapy space for children and adults to receive the personalised support they need.
With over 15 years of experience as a Speech & Language Therapist, Julie found that traditional clinical settings don’t always provide the most comfortable experience for neurodivergent or autistic children.
Driven by a passion for inclusivity, Julie started BeMe Therapy to create a neuro-affirming therapy space for children to go with their parents or carers and feel encouraged to be their authentic selves.
Our aim is to help your child create meaningful moments of communication and participation in daily life by helping them feel comfortable and confident being exactly who they are.
Meet the BeMe Therapy team
Our team of multidisciplinary therapists are here to offer guidance and support to every adult and child who visits our therapy space.
Fuelled by coffee, years of experience and a love for continuous learning, we’re all about creating a supportive and affirming environment for your child to develop their unique voice and skills to thrive in their day to day lives.
Julie Holmes - founder and Senior Speech & Language Therapist.
Julie is a passionate, neurodiversity-affirming speech and language therapist with a special interest in supporting autistic children, Gestalt Language Processors (GLPs), children who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and children with speech sound difficulties.
As the founder and Clinical Director of BeMe Therapy, Julie is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where every child’s voice is valued — whether spoken, signed, or through AAC. She combines play-based, child-led therapy with family-centred coaching to help children thrive at home, in school, and in their communities
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Studies from Trinity College, Dublin.
- Master’s Degree in Language Pathology from Newcastle University.
Additional Training Includes:
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication.
- Gestalt Language Processing
- Autism Level Up
- Trauma Sensitive Practice Kim Berthel
Registrations: CORU & IASLT
Specialities: Gestalt language processing and autistic communication.
- Coffee Order: Oat Latte or Coconut Matcha Latte
Inaara Somani – Speech & Language Therapist.
We are delighted to welcome Inaara to the BeMe Therapy team in May 2025. She brings a wealth of experience and expertise, along with a deep compassion for the children and families she supports. Having worked across a variety of settings, Inaara is skilled at tailoring her approach to meet each child’s unique strengths and needs. Her commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practice and her warm, collaborative style make her a valued member of our team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Audiology and Speech Language Therapy from Ziauddin University, Pakistan
Additional Training Includes:
- DIR Floortime 101 by ICDL
- DTTC for Apraxia
- Natural Language Acquisition and Gestalt Language Processing
Registrations: IASLT, CORU, SHAP, CAHSP
Specialities: Play-based communication support, language disorders, and gestalt language processing
- Coffee Order: Mocha or Salted Caramel Latte
Rachel Maunsell - Senior Occupational Therapist
Autism Assessment Team
Rachel Maunsell is a Senior Occupational Therapist with over ten years of experience in both Ireland and abroad. She supports children and young people aged 15 months to 18 years with a wide range of needs including sensory processing challenges, motor coordination, handwriting, emotional regulation, and executive functioning. Rachel is passionate about working collaboratively with families and schools to set meaningful, client-led goals. Her warm, engaging approach and specialist training in Sensory Integration, DIR Floortime, and other evidence-based approaches make her a valued member of the BeMe Therapy team.
Qualifications:
- BSc Occupational Therapy – Trinity College London
- PGDip Sensory Integration Certified
- DIR Floortime Practitioner
Additional Training Includes:
- Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule
- Post Graduate Diploma in Sensory integration – Sheffield Hallam University
- DIR Floortime 101
- DIR Floortime 201
- Best Practice for Assessment and Intervention Planning with DCD – Aine O Dea
- Trauma Sensitive Practice with Kim Barthel
- Recipe for Feeding Success in Paediatric Practice with Teresa Foley – The Feeding Therapist
Specialities: Play and sensory based supports, supporting autistic children, DCD.
Registrations: CORU & AOTI
- Coffee Order: Flat White
Dr. Clare Cullen – Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Clare Cullen is a Clinical Psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from University College Dublin. She has experience working with children, young people, and adults across a range of settings, including CAMHS, Children’s Disability Services, and Adult Mental Health.
Clare provides psychological assessments and tailored therapeutic support, always focusing on each person’s strengths and needs.
Clare is passionate about creating a warm, collaborative, and non-judgemental space, and is committed to ensuring that families experience a meaningful, affirming Autism identification process.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from University College Dublin
- Master’s Degree in Foundations of Clinical Psychology from Bangor University, Wales
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from University College Dublin
Registrations: Psychological Society of Ireland
- Coffee Order: Flat White or Salted Caramel Latte
Ana Gil – Admin Support
Ana provides administrative support at BeMe Therapy, helping to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. She manages scheduling, invoicing and general enquiries, making sure families always have a clear and supportive point of contact.
With over 10 years of experience in operations and project management, Ana brings strong organisational skills and a calm, solution-focused approach to her work. She is passionate about creating simple processes that make life easier for both therapists and families.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social and Organisational Psychology, ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon
- MA in Adult Education, Institute of Education, Lisbon University
- 10+ years’ experience in operations and project management
- Coffee Order: Latte in Ireland, Espresso back home in Portugal
Ready to explore how we can support your child?
Every journey begins with a conversation.
Whether you’d like to learn more about our services or talk through your child’s unique needs, we’re here to help.