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Speech or Language Delay for children in Northern Territory
Your child isn't talking as much as peers, is hard to understand, or struggles with words.
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Providers across NT
One provider from each of 6 of the suburbs with the most listings, picked by the number of services they list.
- Communicate Speech and Language TherapyAlice Springs 870View provider Communicate Speech and Language TherapyNo reviews yetEnquire for pricingAsk about availability
- My Therapy Crew - DarwinBerrimah 828View provider My Therapy Crew - DarwinNo reviews yetEnquire for pricingAsk about availability
- Early Start Australia - Fannie BayFannie Bay 820View provider Early Start Australia - Fannie BayNo reviews yetEnquire for pricingAsk about availability
- Oodles TherapyKatherine South 850View provider Oodles TherapyNo reviews yetEnquire for pricingAsk about availability
- Healing Pathways NTLarrakeyah 0820View provider Healing Pathways NTNo reviews yetEnquire for pricingAsk about availability
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Frequently asked questions
Most children say around 50 words by age 2 and begin combining words into simple phrases. If your child is significantly behind these milestones or appears to be losing words they previously had, a speech pathology assessment is recommended.
Not necessarily. Many children with speech delays do not have autism, and autism can present without significant speech delay. A comprehensive assessment by a speech pathologist and, if indicated, a developmental paediatrician can help clarify the picture.
Some children do catch up naturally, particularly those with 'late talker' profiles. However, early intervention leads to better outcomes, so it's always worth seeking an assessment rather than waiting and watching.
No. You can book a speech pathologist without a referral. To get a Medicare rebate, see your GP first: your GP can write a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan and a referral.
This depends on the type of delay and how strong it is. After the first assessment, your speech pathologist suggests a plan and checks progress with you.
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