Is Stepping Stones Therapy Services a registered NDIS provider?

Yes — Stepping Stones Therapy Services is a registered NDIS provider, approved to deliver Behaviour Support, Early Childhood Supports, Comms & Info Equipment and Therapeutic Supports. You can use NDIS funding for eligible supports.

What services does Stepping Stones Therapy Services provide?

Stepping Stones Therapy Services provides Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Behavioural Support and Early Intervention.

Which areas does Stepping Stones Therapy Services cover?

Stepping Stones Therapy Services is based in Bunbury, WA.

How do I connect with Stepping Stones Therapy Services?

You can call +61 8 9791 7898 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 Stepping Stones Therapy Services work with?

The service supports children younger than 7 with developmental delay or disability, including children younger than 6 with developmental concerns.

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.

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Our approach

Therapy at Stepping Stones combines direct sessions with experienced clinicians, consultative support for families and educators, coaching for the adults in your child's life, and collaboration with other professionals. Sessions are designed to be engaging, playful, and strengths-focused, celebrating what your child can do rather than just working on difficulties. The service is grounded in evidence-based practice following the ECIA National Guidelines for Best Practice, incorporating principles of family-centred care, inclusion, teamwork, and functional skill development. Therapists work across home, school, and community settings to help your child communicate, participate, and thrive in all areas of their life.

Working with families

Family involvement is central to how Stepping Stones operates, with services designed around the principle that families are the centre of all support. The service includes consultative support and coaching to guide families, educators, and caregivers in understanding how to help their child, with a goal of empowering families to become their child's own therapist. Therapists provide resources, visual supports, and equipment to help your child participate across home, school, and community. The team works collaboratively with everyone involved in your child's care to ensure coordinated, consistent support.

Meet the team

The team at Stepping Stones is multidisciplinary and includes Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists with varied specialist training and qualifications. Team members complete additional training in evidence-based approaches such as the Greenspan Floortime Approach, Learn Play Thrive for autism, Sensory Integration, the Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to feeding, Zones of Regulation for behaviour support, and Attention Autism, among others. All clinicians follow the ECIA National Guidelines for Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention and are constantly upskilling to maintain current, evidence-informed practice. The team also includes a Business Manager to ensure quality practice standards are met.

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