Speak & Develop provides in-clinic and mobile speech pathology services across Sydney's North Shore, with telehealth available Australia wide.
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Speak & Develop provides in-clinic and mobile speech pathology services across Sydney's North Shore, with telehealth available Australia wide. They aim to create a supportive learning environment that facilitates children's communication development by working with families to set functional and achievable goals, believing that learning and growth occurs across the lifespan.
A thorough evaluation by a psychologist using standardised tests, interviews and observation to understand a person's cognitive, emotional and behavioural functioning. Results inform diagnosis and guide recommendations for therapy, school adjustments and support services.
Dynamic and supportive therapy sessions offered as 45-minute or 60-minute appointments, provided in-clinic, at home, school, or via telehealth.
Speech pathology therapy targeting the accurate production of speech sounds. Suitable for children who are difficult to understand or who make consistent errors with specific sounds, articulation therapy builds clarity through guided practice and home activities.
Specialised speech pathology support for children and adults who stutter. Therapy may target fluency techniques, communication confidence and reducing anxiety around speaking, with approaches tailored to age and the nature of the stutter.
Techniques and strategies for parents/carers to encourage spoken and gestural communication in young children.
Support for Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) affecting understanding and use of spoken language.
Client-centered, supportive approach for neurodivergent children including autism, ADHD, and specific learning disorders.
Targeted teaching and therapy to help children develop reading, writing and spelling skills, including support for dyslexia, language disorders and learning difficulties. Structured, evidence-based approaches build the foundations of literacy from the ground up.
Support for individuals who have difficulty communicating verbally, using tools such as picture boards, speech-generating devices and apps. AAC therapists assess communication needs and teach both the individual and their support network to use these systems effectively.
Therapy and support to help children build understanding and use of language — including vocabulary, grammar, listening comprehension and conversational skills. Delivered by a speech pathologist, it addresses both what a child understands and how they express themselves.
Holiday programs supporting school readiness, literacy, language, or social skills.
Screening services for pre-school aged children.
Program offered by Speak & Develop for children.
Therapy is dynamic and fun, delivered in a supportive environment that facilitates learning through play, connection and evidence-based care. Sessions are tailored to each child's individual and functional goals, with the highest quality of intervention supported by the most recent research. Sessions are offered as 45-minute or 60-minute appointments and can be provided in the clinic, at home, at school, or via telehealth depending on what suits your family best.
The team values working with children and their families to set functional and achievable goals, emphasising that learning and development occurs across the lifespan. You're encouraged to reach out to discuss your child's specific needs, and the team commits to providing clear guidance, answering your questions, and supporting your family every step of the way. This collaborative approach ensures parents and carers are active partners in their child's communication journey.
A comprehensive assessment explores any concerns you have about your child's communication development and helps set functional goals for ongoing therapy. The appointment includes a detailed evaluation, and you'll receive a written report from the Speech Pathologist with recommendations tailored to your child's needs. This initial assessment forms the foundation for any therapy that follows, ensuring goals are meaningful and achievable for your child and family.
