Is Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy a registered NDIS provider?

Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. They may still support plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants — contact them to confirm.

What services does Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy provide?

Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy provides Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy.

Which areas does Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy cover?

Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy is based in Rhodes, NSW.

How do I connect with Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy?

You can call +61 1300 848 795 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

What ages does Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy work with?

The service supports children from early years through school age, with particular emphasis on early intervention between ages 0–6 years as the most effective time to access support.

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.

Grow & Tell Speech and Occupational Therapy · Speech Therapy…

What Grow helps with

Speech Pathology

Assessment and treatment of communication difficulties including speech sounds, language development, stuttering, voice, and feeding and swallowing. Speech pathologists work with children and adults to help them communicate clearly and confidently.

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.

Feeding Therapy

Therapy for children and adults who have difficulty eating — including extreme fussy eating, food aversions, swallowing difficulties or tube weaning. A speech pathologist or occupational therapist works with the individual and family to expand food acceptance and build safe, positive mealtimes.

Social Skills Groups

Therapy and group programs that teach children and young people the skills needed to interact effectively with others — such as turn-taking, reading social cues, making conversation and managing conflict. Often delivered in small groups to allow real-life practice with peers.

School Readiness Groups

Helps children transition smoothly into school by strengthening literacy, attention, self-regulation and independence in a play-based learning environment.

Online Speech & OT Telehealth

Delivers engaging therapy at home with live, interactive sessions that support consistent progress for busy families that need more flexibility.

Mobile Speech Therapy

Mobile Occupational Therapy

NDIS Speech Pathology

NDIS Occupational Therapy

Our approach

Therapy at Grow & Tell follows a structured, evidence-led approach centred on play-based activities that keep sessions engaging and meaningful for children. The therapists work through an Assess-Plan-Therapy-Review process: they carefully evaluate your child's strengths and areas for support, collaborate with families to set achievable goals, deliver tailored sessions matched to your child's learning needs, provide regular progress updates, and offer home practice opportunities to support ongoing development. All therapists are registered with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) and Occupational Therapy Australia (OTAus), ensuring therapy is grounded in current best practice research.

Working with families

The practice works closely with families to ensure therapy feels practical, supportive and tailored to real life, helping parents feel informed and confident at every step. Homework is provided between sessions, and a communication book is given to schools or childcare providers to support consistent practice across environments. The team liaises with preschools, schools and other professionals to share progress and recommendations, so therapy support can be implemented across all settings. When children miss sessions due to illness or other commitments, the practice continues supporting families through alternative services such as parent-only telehealth, sending resources or homework packs, and contacting schools or childcare to discuss progress.

Meet the team

The team includes experienced, university-qualified speech pathologists and occupational therapists, all registered with their respective professional bodies. Speech pathologists include Elena Kosmas (Lead), Bethany Fisher, Tiffany Mak, Cynthia Choy, Shannon Tang, Nimi Vakeeswaran, Kaitlyn McCarthy, and Joanna Luo, each holding degrees in speech pathology and professional memberships. Occupational therapists include Japeth Tico Dia (trained in Ayres' Sensory Integration), James Delasan (trained in MNRI Dynamic & Postural Reflex Integration and the SOS Approach to Feeding), Allen Gongora, Marine Chong, Jessie Lam, and Debbie Tsang, all holding bachelor's or bachelor's honours degrees in occupational therapy. Many team members speak multiple languages and bring experience from international practice.

Your first visit

Your first appointment will include a careful and comprehensive evaluation to understand your child's strengths and areas for support. The session typically runs for 60 minutes (45 minutes face-to-face plus 15 minutes for progress notes), and no referral is needed to book an assessment. The therapist will use standardised assessments to identify where your child may be experiencing difficulties or delays in communication compared to peers of the same age. Following the assessment, the therapist works closely with you to set meaningful and achievable goals before therapy begins, and if you have an existing report within the last 12 months, therapy can start immediately.

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