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Butter Fish Services

Suite 504/653 Hunter St, Newcastle West NSW 2302

  • Clinic
  • Comes to you
  • Online sessions
  • NDIS registered
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About Butter Fish Services

Butter Fish Services are dedicated to helping clients walk a clear path to the best version of themselves with a blend of therapeutic services designed just for them. They take time to listen to needs and goals to create tailored support plans offering therapy and support services, working with parents, carers, and adults to develop positive behaviour support strategies to empower them to be their best self.

What's offered

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Home or school visits

  • Clinic sessions

  • NDIS registered provider

    • Employment Support
    • Early Childhood
    • Daily Living
    • Life Transitions
    • Community Participation
    • Behaviour Support
    • Life Skills
    • Transport
    • Support Coordination
    • Therapy

Services provided

Butter Fish Services lists

Behaviour Therapy
Therapeutic support using positive behaviour support strategies and leading industry practices to develop skills and capacity.
Behaviour Support Plans
Personalised behaviour support plans (BSP) formulated based on response strategies and individual assessment, with ongoing monitoring and adjustment.
Assessments
Thorough assessments to identify goals, hurdles, and develop personalised therapy pathways.
Early Childhood (ECEI)
Early childhood early intervention services for young children.
Counselling
Counselling services to support clients through difficult times and build confidence.
Speech Pathology
Speech pathology services offered as part of their therapeutic service range.

Get to know Butter Fish Services

From Butter Fish Services's website.

  • Our approach

    The service uses evidence-based behaviour analysis to help children and families understand behaviour as a form of communication. Sessions focus on identifying the reasons behind behaviours and developing practical strategies to replace challenging responses with more constructive ones. Therapists work collaboratively to equip families with tools they can use both in the moment and throughout everyday life. The approach is personalised to each child's needs, whether addressing sleep patterns, emotional communication, or learning-related behaviours. The goal is to empower children and their families with skills for long-term independence, so they don't need ongoing support in the future.

  • Working with families

    Parents and carers are central to the service, with the approach designed to give families practical tools and strategies they can use independently. The clinicians listen to parents' needs and goals to create tailored support plans. A dedicated service delivery coordinator keeps you informed throughout the process about progress and next steps, and will work with you collaboratively to develop and adjust strategies according to life events. The service also offers school support in collaboration with teachers and can provide professional development for educators, ensuring consistency of approaches across home and learning environments.

  • Your first visit

    At the first appointment, the service conducts a thorough assessment where clinicians listen to the issues and begin developing a personalised plan. A Behaviour Support Plan is then formulated based on response strategies and leading industry practices, tailored to the individual's specific needs and goals. The clinician will explore what the child needs to live a better, more positive life and turn that into a tangible, easy-to-reference plan. You'll walk through the plan together step by step. A dedicated service delivery coordinator will monitor progress and keep you informed throughout the entire process about next steps and when you'll hear from them again.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Butter Fish Services a registered NDIS provider?

Yes — Butter Fish Services is a registered NDIS provider, approved to deliver Assist Access/Maintain Employ, Early Childhood Supports, Daily Tasks/Shared Living, Assist-Life Stage, Transition, Innov Community Participation, Participate Community, Behaviour Support, Development-Life Skills, Assist-Travel/Transport, Support Coordination and Therapeutic Supports. You can use NDIS funding for eligible supports.

What services does Butter Fish Services provide?

Butter Fish Services provides Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Behavioural Support and Early Intervention.

Which areas does Butter Fish Services cover?

Butter Fish Services is based in Newcastle West, NSW and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask Butter Fish Services which areas they cover online.

How do I connect with Butter Fish Services?

You can email them and visit their website.

What ages does Butter Fish Services work with?

The service works with children from birth through to age 16 for diagnostic assessments, with Early Childhood Early Intervention available for children under seven.Based on Butter Fish Services's 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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