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Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children

Level 1/490 High St, Northcote VIC 3070

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About Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children

Little Stepping Stones is a holistic speech pathology and occupational therapy clinic for children. They provide personalised therapy plans with a strong focus on family and relationships, offering multilingual and culturally sensitive support to help children reach their full potential.

What's offered

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children lists

Speech Therapy
Services addressing speech clarity, social competence, language skills, reading & spelling, play, and eating & swallowing.
Occupational Therapy
Services supporting self-care, balance & movement, emotion regulation, fine & gross motor skills, sensory processing, and social interaction.

Get to know Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children

From Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children's website.

  • Our approach

    The clinic offers holistic and personalised speech therapy and occupational therapy tailored to each child's interests and functional goals. Sessions are delivered through varied approaches including one-on-one therapy, joint speech and occupational therapy sessions, and structured small groups. The team recognises and celebrates neurodiverse children's strengths and uniqueness, creating safe and engaging environments where children can develop motivation and confidence. Evidence-based assessment and therapy are provided with a strong focus on supporting children's independence and confidence in everyday life skills. The philosophy embraces each child's individual needs and involves collaborative goal-setting with families.

  • Working with families

    The clinic places strong emphasis on family engagement and communication throughout the therapeutic process. Goals are set in consultation with parents, and personalised plans take into account both the child's and family's personal needs. The team guides parents to understand their child's needs and helps build stronger family connections, respecting parents' decisions about diagnosis and focusing on positive outcomes. Regular check-ins occur with families even after therapy sessions end, and the clinic plans and communicates with teachers and other staff to support transitions like starting school. Parent education and home practice implementation are integral to the therapy approach.

  • Meet the team

    The team consists of four speech pathologists and five occupational therapists, all with relevant qualifications and extensive paediatric experience. Speech pathologists include Kibby Fung (Master of Speech Pathology from University of Melbourne, specialising in early intervention and parent-coaching), Alice Gibbs-Cohen (Bachelor of Speech Pathology, experienced in neurodiversity-affirming care), and Sioned King (Bachelor of Speech Pathology, dedicated to family support). Occupational therapists include Marina Yousseff (Master from La Trobe University, over eight years' experience in various settings), Penni Hohtoulaas (Master from La Trobe University, experienced with autism and ADHD), Maegan Miller, Lora Guirguis, and Samara (all Bachelor-qualified). The team is multilingual and culturally sensitive.

  • Your first visit

    At the first appointment, a detailed assessment is conducted to evaluate your child's strengths and areas of support needed. Following this assessment, findings are discussed with you and an overview of the therapy plan is shared. Joint goal-setting then takes place in consultation with you to ensure alignment with your family's priorities. Based on your child's and your personal needs, the team determines the type of therapy, frequency of sessions, and any out-of-home support recommendations. No referral is required to book an initial appointment.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children a registered NDIS provider?

Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children 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 Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children provide?

Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children provides Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy.

Which areas does Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children cover?

Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children is based in Northcote, VIC.

How do I connect with Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children?

You can call +61 3 9886 4545, email them and visit their website.

What ages does Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children work with?

The clinic specialises in paediatric speech therapy and occupational therapy for children aged 0 to 15 years.Based on Little Stepping Stones - Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy for Children'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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