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Beyond the Clinic Door

Inner North West Melbourne, 101Hotham Rd, Niddrie VIC 3042

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About Beyond the Clinic Door

Beyond the Clinic Door is a mobile private paediatric speech pathology service focused on assisting children to develop new and strengthen their existing communication skills through well-planned and strategically supported learning opportunities across a range of environments. The service aims for all children to meaningfully participate in their daily activities and confidently explore their social and academic potential.

What's offered

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Services provided

Beyond the Clinic Door lists

Speech Production Therapy
Support for children with articulation delays and disorders, phonological disorders, and Childhood Apraxia of Speech, targeting accurate speech sound production and natural-sounding speech.
Early Literacy Development
Support for foundational literacy skills including alphabet letter recognition, phonics instruction using Sounds-Write program, sounding out and reading words, spelling, and sight word vocabulary development.

Get to know Beyond the Clinic Door

From Beyond the Clinic Door's website.

  • Our approach

    At Beyond the Clinic Door, the approach focuses on helping children develop and strengthen their communication skills through well-planned and strategically supported learning opportunities across different environments. Sessions are tailored to each child's individual strengths, personality and interests, helping build trusted relationships and a therapeutic environment where children feel supported to try new things. The goal is for all children to meaningfully participate in their daily activities and confidently explore their social and academic potential.

  • Meet the team

    The team consists of Lyndal Cockrum, the founding Speech Pathologist, who holds a BSpPath degree, is a Master of Speech Pathology Australia (MSPA) and a Certified Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia. Lyndal has undertaken further training in the assessment and treatment of Childhood Apraxia of Speech and also holds an Advanced Diploma in Myotherapy with a growing interest in Orofacial Myology. With over twenty years of experience helping children work towards their communication goals across community, hospital and early intervention services, Lyndal brings transdisciplinary knowledge and interprofessional collaboration into her private therapy services.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beyond the Clinic Door a registered NDIS provider?

Beyond the Clinic Door is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Beyond the Clinic Door provide?

Beyond the Clinic Door provides Speech Therapy and Learning Support & Tutoring.

Which areas does Beyond the Clinic Door cover?

Beyond the Clinic Door is based in Niddrie, VIC.

How do I connect with Beyond the Clinic Door?

You can call +61 482 030 637, email them and visit their website.

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?

Session length varies between clinics and services, so check it with the provider when you book. The number depends on your child's goals; the pathologist will recommend a plan after the initial assessment.

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