What to Expect
A clear and supportive process from first contact through to ongoing therapy.
Contact
The first step is getting in touch to discuss your child’s communication needs, concerns, and current supports.
This initial conversation helps determine whether speech pathology is appropriate and what type of service may be most suitable.
We may also discuss:
your child’s age
current concerns
school or preschool attendance
previous assessments
funding type
Assessment
The initial assessment helps build a clear understanding of your child’s communication strengths and areas requiring support.
Assessment may include:
parent interview
observation
play-based interaction
formal assessment tasks
language sampling
speech sound assessment
The assessment process varies depending on your child’s age, needs, and goals.
Feedback &
Goal Setting
Following assessment, feedback is provided to discuss findings and recommendations.
Together, we identify therapy priorities and develop goals that are practical, achievable, and meaningful for daily life.
This may include discussion around:
current communication strengths
areas of difficulty
home priorities
school priorities
therapy frequency
recommended supports
Therapy
Therapy sessions are designed to be engaging, goal-focused, and suited to your child’s learning style.
Sessions may involve:
play-based activities
structured language tasks
speech practice
literacy activities
social communication work
parent coaching
Therapy is adapted regularly based on progress and engagement.
Ongoing Review
Progress is reviewed regularly to ensure therapy remains relevant and effective.
Goals may be adjusted over time as skills develop and priorities change.
Regular communication is encouraged so families remain informed and involved throughout the therapy process.