Peta Phillips Speech Pathology

52 Lerunna Ave, Hallett Cove SA 5158

  • Clinic
  • Comes to you
  • Online sessions
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About Peta Phillips Speech Pathology

Peta Phillips Speech Pathology provides mobile speech pathology services for toddlers through to teenagers across Adelaide's southern suburbs. They are passionate about early intervention and deliver client-centred, strength-based therapy that celebrates each child's unique way of communicating, with a focus on developing functional communication skills that help children thrive at home, school, and in life.

What's offered

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Home or school visits

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Peta Phillips Speech Pathology lists

Early Communication
Support for early communication development in toddlers and young children.
Speech
Speech therapy for children with speech sound disorders and articulation difficulties.
Stuttering
Therapy for children who stutter or have fluency concerns.
Receptive Language
Support for children's understanding and comprehension of language.
Expressive Language
Therapy to help children express themselves and use language effectively.
Literacy
Support for reading, writing, and literacy development.

Get to know Peta Phillips Speech Pathology

From Peta Phillips Speech Pathology's website.

  • Our approach

    Therapy is client-centred and strength-based, tailored to each child's unique needs, strengths, and interests. Sessions are evidence-based and innovative, delivered face-to-face or via telehealth in comfortable, familiar environments such as home, childcare, kindergarten, or school. An initial assessment builds rapport with your child and carefully evaluates their communication strengths and areas for growth, which then guides a personalised therapy plan. Each 1-hour session includes 45 minutes of direct 1:1 therapy and 15 minutes of non-face-to-face time to ensure sessions are individualised and practical. The approach celebrates each child's unique way of communicating and focuses on developing functional skills that apply across real-life settings.

  • Working with families

    Family involvement is central to the approach, with ongoing communication and collaboration built into therapy planning and delivery. An individualised service agreement is arranged to outline the supports to be provided and ensure goals are relevant to your child's needs. The provider works in your child's familiar environments—home, childcare, kindergarten, or school—making it easier to involve families and apply learning across daily routines. For social communication specifically, caregivers and teachers are supported to create an inclusive environment around the child, and self-advocacy skills are built to help children express their own needs.

  • Your first visit

    The initial assessment process is designed to be fuss-free and enjoyable, with a focus on building genuine rapport with your child from the start. A careful assessment of your child's communication strengths and areas for growth is conducted to gain a thorough understanding of their needs. Following this assessment, a personalised therapy or intervention plan is created specifically tailored to your child's unique needs and goals. The assessment helps identify what approaches will work best for your individual child, ensuring that the therapy that follows is relevant, practical, and functional.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Peta Phillips Speech Pathology a registered NDIS provider?

Peta Phillips Speech Pathology 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 Peta Phillips Speech Pathology provide?

Peta Phillips Speech Pathology provides Speech Therapy, Early Intervention and Learning Support & Tutoring.

Which areas does Peta Phillips Speech Pathology cover?

Peta Phillips Speech Pathology is based in Hallett Cove, SA and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask Peta Phillips Speech Pathology which areas they cover online.

How do I connect with Peta Phillips Speech Pathology?

You can call +61 411 695 996, email them and visit their website.

What ages does Peta Phillips Speech Pathology work with?

Services are provided to toddlers through to teenagers.Based on Peta Phillips Speech Pathology'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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