Is Your Words Matter a registered NDIS provider?

Your Words Matter 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 Your Words Matter provide?

Your Words Matter provides Speech Therapy, Early Intervention and Learning Support & Tutoring.

Which areas does Your Words Matter cover?

Your Words Matter is based in Bulimba, QLD.

How do I connect with Your Words Matter?

You can call +61 400 656 724 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 Your Words Matter work with?

Sarah works with children and adolescents of all ages with communication and learning challenges.

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.

Your Words Matter · Speech Therapy · Bulimba, QLD

Our approach

Sarah believes in providing high-quality, functional, evidence-based therapy tailored to each child's interests and needs. Sessions combine direct work with the child, demonstration of techniques and home activities, goal-setting and progress discussions. She brings expertise from over 20 years working across early childhood, mainstream and special schools, and has particular training in literacy intervention and orofacial myology. Sessions vary from 30 to 60 minutes depending on the child's needs, and Sarah regularly liaises with schools, kindy, daycare and other professionals to ensure goals are relevant to everyday communication needs.

Working with families

Sarah sets individual goals jointly with you and your child (if appropriate), and sessions include demonstration of techniques and activities you can complete at home. She maintains regular communication with your child's school, kindy and daycare through email, phone and face-to-face meetings when needed, ensuring therapy goals are functional and relevant to everyday life. You're welcome to discuss any questions or concerns directly with Sarah at any time.

Meet the team

Sarah Perazzolo is a certified practising speech language pathologist and registered teacher with over 20 years of experience working with children and adolescents. She has worked across early childhood development centres, community clinics, mainstream and special schools, with particular expertise in supporting neuro-diverse populations and children with autism. She holds qualifications in literacy intervention approaches (Multi-sensory Structured Language and Sounds-Write) and orofacial myology.

Your first visit

A comprehensive assessment takes about one hour and may require one or two appointments depending on your child's needs. The assessment uses a combination of formal and informal approaches to evaluate your child's communication skills across areas like language understanding, expression, social skills, speech and literacy. Following the assessment, Sarah discusses the results with you, provides recommendations, and can send a written report if you'd like one.

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