Is Access Your Supports - Colac a registered NDIS provider?

Yes — Access Your Supports - Colac is a registered NDIS provider, approved to deliver Innov Community Participation, Early Childhood Supports, Support Coordination, Assist-Personal Activities, Plan Management, Therapeutic Supports, Participate Community, Ex Phys Pers Training, Assist Access/Maintain Employ, Assist-Life Stage, Transition, Group/Centre Activities, Behaviour Support, Development-Life Skills and Spec Support Employ. You can use NDIS funding for eligible supports.

What services does Access Your Supports - Colac provide?

Access Your Supports - Colac provides Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Behavioural Support, Early Intervention and Learning Support & Tutoring.

Which areas does Access Your Supports - Colac cover?

Access Your Supports - Colac is based in Colac, VIC.

How do I connect with Access Your Supports - Colac?

You can call +61 3 5219 3000 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

Do I need a referral to see a speech pathologist?

No referral is needed to see one privately. You only need a GP referral if you want to access Medicare rebates or are going through certain funded pathways.

Is speech therapy covered by the NDIS?

It can be, usually under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living, if it aligns with your child's plan goals. Check your plan or ask your support coordinator.

At what age should we see a speech pathologist?

There's no "too early." If you have concerns about your child's talking or understanding at any age, an assessment can clarify whether support would help.

How long are sessions and how many will we need?

Sessions are typically 30-60 minutes. The number depends on your child's goals; the pathologist will recommend a plan after the initial assessment.

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What Access helps with

Plan Management

A service in which a registered plan manager handles the financial administration of a participant's NDIS plan — processing invoices, tracking budgets and providing financial statements — giving participants choice and flexibility in how their funding is used.

Support Coordination

Help navigating the NDIS — finding and connecting with the right service providers, understanding a plan, managing budgets and ensuring supports are working together effectively. A support coordinator acts as a guide and advocate to help participants get the most from their funding.

Peer Mentoring

Peer mentors are strong and passionate individuals equipped to help participants with their NDIS goals.

Occupational Therapy

A therapy that helps children and adults develop the everyday skills needed for daily life — from dressing, writing and play to sensory processing and school participation. Occupational therapists assess what is getting in the way and design practical strategies to build independence and confidence.

Behaviour Support

A therapy approach that reduces challenging behaviours by understanding what is driving them and building supportive routines, environments and skills, so a child can take part more fully at home, school and in the community.

Early Childhood Early Intervention

Implements the ECEI Key Worker Model where clients see one therapist (Key Worker) instead of multiple individual therapists.

Psychology

Assessment and therapy provided by a registered psychologist to support mental health, emotional wellbeing and behaviour. Psychologists work across the lifespan — helping children, adolescents and adults understand and manage challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma and learning differences.

Gemiini Learning Systems

Online video sessions and tools using play-based learning to teach speech, language, reading, social skills, and life skills.

Therapy Assistants

Support delivered by trained Allied Health Assistants under the supervision of a registered therapist. Assistants help implement therapy programs, practise skills with clients and provide increased frequency of support, making therapy more accessible and consistent.

Employment Support

Supports individuals living with injury or illness to find a job or build skills to find employment.

Our approach

Access Your Supports takes a person-centred, flexible approach that prioritises choice and control in how support is delivered. The provider doesn't believe in a one-size-fits-all model and instead tailors services to help each person achieve their individual goals. For Early Childhood Early Intervention, the organisation implements the ECEI Key Worker Model, where participants work with one consistent therapist rather than multiple practitioners, creating continuity and stronger relationships. Sessions are designed to be empowering and inclusive, with staff specifically selected for their strengths, knowledge, and passion for working with people with disabilities. Parent feedback highlights the approachable, caring nature of support, with therapists being honest, patient and welcoming of family involvement during sessions.

Working with families

Parents and carers are actively involved in support at Access Your Supports. Staff communicate openly and honestly with families, putting them at ease and valuing their input. Therapists work not only with the child but welcome and include siblings and family members in sessions, demonstrating patience when interruptions occur. Parent feedback emphasises how the support improves not just the individual's life but the whole family unit, with professionals who are easy to communicate with and genuinely caring in their approach. The organisation recognises that involving families strengthens outcomes and builds a supportive environment around the child.

Meet the team

The team at Access Your Supports includes a range of qualified professionals with varying expertise. The Director, Ralph, brings over 20 years of experience working with families, children and adults and was instrumental in founding the organisation in 2016. The Chief Executive Officer, Marcus, is a Physiotherapy graduate from the University of Queensland. The organisation employs Occupational Therapists (including Supervisors), Psychologists (including Provisional Psychologists), Speech Pathologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners and Therapists, Early Childhood Early Intervention Key Workers, Employment Coordinators and Support Coordinators at various levels including Senior positions. All staff have been specifically hired for their strengths and are described as knowledgeable, committed and passionate about supporting people with disabilities.

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