Early Start Australia - Eight Mile Plains

Get to know Early Start Australia - Eight Mile Plains

From Early Start Australia - Eight Mile Plains's website.

• Our approach

  Early Start Australia uses evidence-based therapy delivered by multi-disciplinary teams including occupational therapists, speech pathologists, physiotherapists, psychologists and dietitians. Sessions are tailored to each child's individual strengths, interests and goals, with therapists working collaboratively with families to understand what matters most to them. The approach emphasises making therapy fun and meaningful, with sessions designed to help children develop skills, confidence and independence in their daily lives. Therapists adapt their practice across different environments to support children at home, at school and in the community.

• Working with families

  Early Start Australia works closely with parents and carers as active partners in therapy, sharing information and providing evidence-informed advice to support your child's development. Therapists tailor practice and strategies to suit each child's individual needs across different environments, working with families to understand goals and achieve better outcomes. Parent coaching is offered within some therapy approaches, and the team emphasises building professional relationships with clients and families to create a comfortable setting where everyone feels valued. Regular communication and collaboration ensure families are supported throughout their therapy journey.

• Meet the team

  The Coomera team includes occupational therapists with qualifications ranging from bachelor degrees to specialist training in areas like DIR Floortime and SOS feeding, a physiotherapist with experience across all ages and abilities, and speech pathologists trained in areas including gestalt language processing, AAC and literacy programs. Team members bring diverse experience including early childhood backgrounds, paediatric specialisation, and additional qualifications in therapeutic approaches. The team also includes allied health assistants and therapy coordinators who support delivery and help build professional relationships with families.

• Your first visit

  At an initial appointment, the team works to understand your child's unique needs, strengths, challenges and your family's goals and dreams. A multi-disciplinary team develops an individualised, evidence-based treatment plan tailored to support your child and family to thrive. The assessment process may include testing to guide formal diagnosis or identify support needs, depending on what your child requires. You'll work collaboratively with the team from the start, with therapists sharing information and providing evidence-informed advice to help you achieve better outcomes for your child's life.