speech pathology
Our Speech Pathologists support people across the lifespan in developing effective speech, language, communication, and swallowing skills. Our friendly and experienced team is committed to making therapy engaging and effective for all ages.
what we help with
Feeding: Paediatric feeding difficulties, including managing mealtimes, sensory-based feeding challenges, oral motor skill development, and safe progression to solid foods.
Swallowing: Assessment and management of swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), including videofluoroscopy studies, mealtime strategies, and safe swallowing techniques.
Speech Sounds: Articulation, clarity, Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), phonological (speech sound) disorders, and motor speech disorders such as dysarthria.
Language: Understanding (receptive language), expression (expressive language), vocabulary, sentence construction, grammar, figurative and implied language, language for everyday needs (pragmatics), acquired language difficulties (aphasia).
Fluency: Stuttering, cluttering, and other fluency disorders that affect the rhythm and flow of speech
Social-Emotional Support: Emotional language, self-advocacy, understanding differences in communication styles and perspectives, and achieving personal social goals.
Voice: Strength, quality, projection, tone, pitch, volume, and resonance
Reading: Phonemic (sound) awareness, decoding, word structure, comprehension strategies, word structure, and written expression.
Orofacial Myology: Supporting the function of oral and facial muscles for speech, breathing, feeding, and overall orofacial development.
Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC): Sign language (e.g. Auslan), communication books/boards, and high-tech speech-generating devices.
We understand and can support people with specific needs (not limited to): hearing loss, Autism, ADHD/ADD, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, intellectual disability, brain injury, post-stroke, and progressive neurological disorders including dementia.
our approach
We support you to achieve your goals, or if you are a parent/carer we support your child’s goals, by listening to what you want, using evidenced-based therapy approaches, and applying our clinical skills and knowledge. Our focus is on creating a positive and supportive environment where progress happens naturally. This may include:
- Play-based therapy for younger children
- Cognitive-communication techniques for adults
- Individual and group therapy options available
We tailor therapy approaches to suit each individual, ensuring therapy is engaging, meaningful, and suited to real-life communication needs.
service options
Sessions in our clinic hubs
Telepractice (online sessions)
Group Programs
Home and aged care visits
School, kindergarten and childcare visits
School day contracts
Early Intervention Pathway
how we work
In most circumstances, we will support you by:
Initial Client/Caregiver Interview
The Speech Pathologist will speak with you to discuss case history, concerns, and potential options for support.
Assessment
Depending on individual needs, assessments may be informal (observations and interactions) or formal (standardised testing and structured assessments) to better understand strengths and challenges.
Goal Setting
We collaborate with families and clients to develop meaningful, personalised goals that align with everyday communication and participation needs.
Assessment Review and Feedback
The Speech Pathologist will prepare a detailed report on assessment findings, which will be shared with you and relevant support teams (e.g., teachers, caregivers, or other health professionals, with your consent). A feedback session will outline the key points and recommended next steps.
Therapy Planning and Support
Based on the assessment and goals, support options are provided to suit the client’s needs. This may involve one-on-one sessions, group therapy, parent/carer coaching, school-based support, or home practice activities to support development.
Therapy Evaluation and Goal Review
The Speech Pathologist checks progress with the client/caregiver, adjusts goals if needed, and plans the next steps.
accessing speech pathology services
We accept funding through NDIS, Medicare (Chronic Disease Management Plans, children with complex neurodevelopmental conditions), DVA, TAC, WorkSafe Victoria, and Home Care Packages. Clients can also choose to pay out of pocket and may be eligible to claim a rebate through their private health insurance provider.
THRIVE
Thrive is a support stream at Peninsula Plus that you might be offered, or choose to access, whilst waiting for other services or when you are experiencing an overwhelming period in your/family's life. It is a capacity building support provided to help with:
- Advocating effectively for your child and accessing other potential supports
- Sustaining your efforts and preventing carer burnout
- Connecting you with other parents and carers to reduce isolation, if needed
- Experiencing joy and fun as a family and celebrating your child's strengths