Is Oodles Therapy a registered NDIS provider?

Oodles 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 Oodles Therapy provide?

Oodles Therapy provides Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Autism Assessment, ADHD Assessment and Learning Support & Tutoring.

Which areas does Oodles Therapy cover?

Oodles Therapy is based in Katherine South, NT.

How do I connect with Oodles Therapy?

You can call +61 476 111 610 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

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.

Oodles Therapy · Speech Therapy · Katherine South, NT

What Oodles 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.

Physiotherapy

Treatment that uses movement, exercise and hands-on techniques to improve physical function, strength and mobility. For children, physiotherapy often targets gross motor development, balance and coordination; for adults it addresses pain, injury recovery and long-term conditions.

Allied Health Assistance

Support delivered by trained Allied Health Assistants under the supervision of a registered therapist. Assistants help implement therapy programs, practise skills with clients and provide increased frequency of support, making therapy more accessible and consistent.

Functional Capacity Assessment

A comprehensive assessment — typically conducted by an occupational therapist or allied health professional — that evaluates how a person's disability or health condition affects their ability to carry out daily tasks. The report is used to determine NDIS funding needs and plan appropriate supports.

Comprehensive Autism Assessment

Individualised assessment including parent interview, formal observation using ADOS-2, adaptive functioning assessment using VABS-3, and specific OT/SLP assessments as required, with feedback session and detailed report.

Learning Disorder Assessments

Assessment and intervention for learning difficulties including dyslexia and dysgraphia, typically involving baseline assessment, intervention period, and follow-up assessment.

Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Assessment

Partial assessment of language, motor skills, adaptive functioning, and academic achievement as part of a multidisciplinary FASD diagnostic process.

Group Programs

Therapy delivered to small groups of children or adults with similar goals, allowing participants to practise skills, build connections and learn from shared experiences. Groups are facilitated by a qualified therapist and can cover areas such as social skills, emotional regulation or anxiety management.

Our approach

Oodles Therapy works with a collaborative, transdisciplinary approach, focusing on providing holistic, wrap-around support for clients and families across the lifespan. Sessions are tailored to the individual, with therapists from speech pathology, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy working together to help people achieve their goals and live to their full potential. The team emphasises making the allied health experience enjoyable and meaningful, incorporating support not just for the individual but for their wider support network. Therapy is delivered in settings chosen to best meet each client's goals, including clinic-based sessions, home visits, school settings, community spaces, and telehealth for remote locations. The overall philosophy is captured in their mission: "our team working with your team to provide lots of support, meet lots of goals and have lots of fun."

Working with families

Family involvement is central to the approach at Oodles Therapy. The service is described as "our team working with your team," emphasising collaboration with families and carers as equal partners in the support journey. For comprehensive assessments like Autism Assessment, parents and carers are invited to participate in a comprehensive interview and case history component, and a dedicated feedback session is provided following the assessment where outcomes are discussed and families have the opportunity to ask questions. Reports are provided to families outlining assessment results and recommendations for ongoing support. The team works with families to ensure supports are meaningful and holistic, extending beyond the individual client to their wider support network. Before starting services, families are encouraged to contact the team to discuss specific situations and costs.

Meet the team

The team at Oodles Therapy includes a range of qualified allied health professionals. Leadership is provided by Directors Kiera McClelland (Speech Pathologist) and Jodi Lennox (Occupational Therapist). The speech pathology team includes a Senior Speech Pathologist (Gemma Davie) and several Speech Pathologists, while the occupational therapy team includes a Senior Physiotherapist (Niamh Charles) and multiple Occupational Therapists. Allied Health Assistants (Therapy Assistants) work under the supervision of allied health professionals to provide additional support and implement therapy activities designed by the qualified clinicians. All staff are based locally in Katherine and understand the challenges of living in a remote location. The team is committed to sustainability and excellence in remote allied health service delivery.

Your first visit

At a first appointment, the process varies depending on the service type. For comprehensive assessments such as Autism Assessment, families can expect a comprehensive parent interview and case history, formal observation using standardised tools like the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and the Vineland Adaptive Behaviour Scales (VABS-3), and specific occupational therapy or speech pathology assessments as needed based on the child's presentation. A feedback session follows where outcomes are discussed and families have the opportunity to ask questions, with a detailed report provided outlining results and recommendations. For functional capacity assessments, the process is interview-based to explore the client's difficulties and needs, supplemented by screening assessments as required. Before your initial appointment, families are encouraged to contact the team to discuss costs and their specific situation.

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