Speech Pathology
Our experienced team of Speech Pathologists support people who have difficulties or impairments in speech (articulation of sounds), receptive language (understanding language), expressive language (using language), social communication, voice, fluency (stuttering), literacy and swallowing. Communication difficulties may occur due to developmental delays, brain injuries, intellectual disability, dementia, stroke and more.
Speech therapy is provided one-on-one or with a carer or guardian present. We also run group training for parents, teachers and other carers and support staff.
Communication Therapy
Whatever your communication goal, we will help you achieve it through tailored therapy sessions at your home, in our clinics, at school or in the community. Your personal communication goals might include being able to clearly articulate sounds, say what you mean to say, be able to read and write and be able to speak smoothly without stuttering.
Swallowing and Mealtime Management
If you have difficulties with eating, drinking or swallowing, we can help. Common signs of dysphagia include coughing, gagging or choking while eating and/or drinking, frequent chest infections, or feeling as if food, drink or saliva is stuck in your throat or going down the wrong way. If you experience any of these symptoms, our Speech Pathologists can offer support by assessing your swallowing function, providing swallowing therapy and education, recommending diet modifications or referring you to medical specialists if further investigation is required. We can also develop mealtime management plans if you need assistance from others for safe eating and drinking.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Speech Pathologists can offer a wide range of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) services for participants who need additional support in communicating. These include training in unaided methods such as gestures and sign language, non-electronic communication boards or books and cutting-edge devices and products. Our Speech therapists can help you determine whether you will benefit from AAC systems and recommend appropriate assistive technology options for communication.
Building Social Skills and Relationships
If you have trouble interacting effectively or appropriately with others, a Speech Pathologist can help you develop social skills to have more enjoyable social interactions and more rewarding relationships with others. This can be helpful if you find it difficult to understand how others think and feel, how to start a conversation, or how to respond to people in appropriate ways.