Speech Therapy
We help people communicate with others and with the world around them. Communication comes in many forms and is not only spoken words.
Effective communication is fundamental to a child's development. Our team of experienced speech pathologists work closely with children and their families to enhance communication skills, fostering confidence and independence.
Our Key Areas of Focus
Our comprehensive approach targets various aspects of speech and language development:
Speech Sounds:
Addressing difficulties in producing clear speech sounds, such as substituting a ‘r’ to a ‘w’ and a ‘th’ to a ‘f’ sound, to improve intelligibility and confidence.
Language Skills:
Enhancing both receptive language (understanding spoken information) and expressive language (articulating thoughts and needs using appropriate vocabulary, grammar and sentence structure), which are crucial for effective communication.
Social Skills:
Promoting positive social interactions, helping children learn to make friends, respond appropriately to social cues, and engage in meaningful relationships.
Voice Disorders:
Addressing issues like hoarseness, establishing healthy vocal habits, and supporting vocal recovery post-surgery.
Stuttering:
Providing strategies to manage stuttering, including techniques to reduce interruptions, blocks or pauses, and repetition in speech.
Feeding and Swallowing:
Providing support for feeding difficulties (e.g. picky/fussy eating, sensory aversions) and swallowing difficulties (e.g. difficulties with chewing, swallowing different textures and support around managing aspiration of food and liquid into lungs). Our therapists also provide support with training and upskilling parents with managing mealtimes.
FAQ’s about Speech Therapy
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There really are too many to list, but here are just some of the therapy interventions we use:
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Assistive Technology
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In a typical therapy session, your child will take part in a range of fun and engaging activities designed to support their individual speech and language goals. These may include interactive games, structured tasks, and play-based learning, all tailored to your child’s age, interests, and developmental level. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques to help your child build and generalise new skills. We also work closely with you, valuing your insight and input, to ensure that home practice is practical, enjoyable, and easy to integrate into your daily routines.
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We offer Speech Pathology services for children from infancy through to adolescence, with therapy approaches tailored to suit the unique developmental needs of each age group.
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The frequency of your child's speech pathology sessions will depend on their individual needs and the goals identified during the initial assessment. Some children may only need occasional sessions or support related to specific equipment, while others may benefit from more intensive therapy. The plan is always tailored to what will best support your child’s development in consultation with their parent/carer.
Meet the Team
Our Speech Pathologists work with children and adults to build effective communication and feeding skills. With diverse experience and evidence-based approaches, they support clients to achieve greater independence, confidence, and wellbeing.
Get started today!
If you’re ready to Book your appointment online today or call us to schedule your consultation. You don’t need a referral from a doctor to see our team.
Need more information? Give us a call on 9588 5864 and we’d be happy to answer your questions.