Is TLC Centre a registered NDIS provider?

Yes — TLC Centre is a registered NDIS provider, approved to deliver Early Childhood Supports and Therapeutic Supports. You can use NDIS funding for eligible supports.

What services does TLC Centre provide?

TLC Centre provides Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Psychology and Behavioural Support.

Which areas does TLC Centre cover?

TLC Centre is based in Earlwood, NSW.

How do I connect with TLC Centre?

You can call +61 2 9558 2901 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 TLC Centre work with?

The provider works with children, adults, and families across all ages.

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.

TLC Centre · Speech Therapy · Earlwood, NSW

What TLC 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.

Psychology and Counselling

Assessment and therapy provided by a registered psychologist to support mental health, emotional wellbeing and behaviour. Psychologists work across the lifespan — helping children, adolescents and adults understand and manage challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma and learning differences.

Exercise Physiology

Structured, evidence-based exercise programs designed and supervised by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist to improve physical health, manage chronic conditions and support disability. For children it can target motor development; for adults it often addresses pain, metabolic conditions and mental health.

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.

Dietetics

Evidence-based assessment and advice from an Accredited Practising Dietitian on food, nutrition and eating behaviours. For children, this often covers fussy eating, growth concerns, food allergies and healthy development; for adults it covers medical nutrition management and general health.

Art Therapy

A creative therapy in which drawing, painting and other art-making processes are used to help children and adults explore emotions, reduce anxiety and process difficult experiences. No artistic ability is required — the focus is on the process, not the product.

Vision Services

Addressing visual processing difficulties that can impact learning and reading. Helping improve functional vision, particularly in children with developmental challenges.

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.

NDIS Family and Child Consultant

Fostering social connection and emotional growth through structured group programs that address topics such as peer relationships, resilience, communication, and behaviour.

Our approach

At TLC Centre, therapy is built on a compassionate, multidisciplinary philosophy that brings together speech pathologists, psychologists, occupational therapists, exercise physiologists, and other specialists to provide holistic, coordinated care tailored to each individual. Sessions are personalised and goal-focused, designed around what matters most to you and your family. The approach emphasises evidence-based practice delivered in a warm, inclusive environment, combining different therapeutic disciplines to address communication, development, and overall well-being. Every session is customised to meet your child's unique needs, with professionals collaborating behind the scenes to ensure consistent, well-rounded support across all areas of care.

Working with families

Family involvement is central to the therapy philosophy at TLC Centre. The provider uses a personalised, family-centred approach where therapy is built around the needs and goals of the client and their family, recognising that therapy works best when families are actively involved. Dietetics services specifically mention working closely with families to support growth and well-being through diet. While the website emphasises this collaborative, family-focused philosophy throughout, it does not detail specific communication methods, frequency of updates, or particular ways parents are involved in sessions or goal-setting.

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