Brightside Speech Therapy
2/3 Greenhill Rd, Wayville SA 5034
- Clinic
- Comes to you
- Online sessions
About Brightside Speech Therapy
Brightside Speech Therapy is dedicated to offering high quality and individualised speech therapy services for children and young people up to 18 years old. They specialise in assessing and supporting a range of speech, language and communication areas, and operate as a neuroaffirming practice that celebrates neurodiversity rather than teaching masking or neurotypical skills.
What's offered
Telehealth sessions
Home or school visits
Clinic sessions
Services provided
Brightside Speech Therapy lists
- Speech and Language Assessment
- Formal assessments to evaluate communication strengths and areas for support, helping identify speech or language challenges and guide intervention strategies. Informal assessment through carer report and discussions can also lead to social connection and wellbeing goals.
- Speech and Articulation Therapy
- Therapy focusing on supporting children to produce clear and intelligible speech, including work on consonant and vowel pronunciation and multisyllabic words through correct articulator placement and movement.
- Language Therapy
- Therapy targeting both expressive language (conveying thoughts and feelings through communication) and receptive language (understanding and processing language heard or read) to impact everyday conversations and school performance.
- Social Connection and Wellbeing
- Neuroaffirming support that may centre around fostering a positive neurodivergent identity and understanding unique social communication profiles, with goals determined by the child.
- Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC)
- Support including low-tech options such as picture cards and visuals, as well as high-tech speech generating devices and multimodal supports that can be trialled in sessions.
- Telehealth Sessions
- Remote speech therapy delivered via video conferencing technology for clients unable to attend in-person sessions due to distance, scheduling conflicts, or health concerns.
Fees
Travel time (per 5 minute increment)
Charged at $8.08 per 5 minute increment; example given of 20 minutes travel = $32.32
$8.08
Therapy session (45 minutes, includes 15 minutes non face-to-face time)
Charged at $193.99 per session
$193.99
From Brightside Speech Therapy's website, April 2026. Fees change, so check with the provider before you book.
Get to know Brightside Speech Therapy
From Brightside Speech Therapy's website.
Our approach
Brightside uses a child-centred, play-based approach with personalised, evidence-based interventions delivered in a supportive environment. The practice is neuroaffirming, celebrating neurodiversity and recognising each child's unique strengths and communication profile. Sessions are tailored to individual needs, with therapy targeting speech articulation, receptive and expressive language, social connection, wellbeing, or alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) depending on what your child needs. Positivity and connection drive the therapeutic goals, and your child plays a key role in identifying what they want support with. Sessions are held face-to-face at the Wayville office or at your child's school, kindergarten or childcare, with telehealth also available.
Working with families
Parents and carers are invited to be present during the initial session at the office so discussions can be held and you can observe the therapy style, though you may also choose to wait in the reception area. Prior to the first appointment, the speech pathologist contacts you directly to gather background information, discuss goals and answer any questions you may have. The practice is committed to keeping families involved in their child's progress and supports flexible arrangements, including sessions at your child's school, kindergarten or childcare and telehealth options to suit your family's needs.
Meet the team
Jamie Freeman is the speech pathologist at Brightside, holding a Bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology and bringing extensive experience supporting children and teenagers across a wide range of communication needs. She is dedicated to creating tailored therapy plans that address each individual's needs while emphasising strengths, using compassionate and engaging methods to build confidence and foster growth. Jamie has engaged with courses, webinars, podcasts and professional development created by neurodivergent individuals to ensure the practice offers services that celebrate neurodiversity. Her approach is driven by positivity and connection, ensuring every child feels supported and motivated throughout their therapy journey.
Your first visit
Prior to your initial appointment, the speech pathologist will contact you to gather relevant medical and background information and discuss expectations for goals, giving you a chance to ask questions beforehand. The initial appointment lasts 45–60 minutes and may include formal assessment depending on your child's needs. Parents or carers may find it beneficial to be present at the initial session at the office so that further discussions can be held and you can observe the style of the session. The fee varies depending on whether a report or summary is needed, and the practice can guide you on which option is most appropriate for your child's situation.
Locations & areas served
Wayville
2/3 Greenhill Rd, Wayville SA 5034
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- Online sessions
Opening hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Closed
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