Speech Therapy

Yes, most sessions are home-based to build skills where children use them daily. We can coordinate with teachers and provide school carry-over strategies.

We use parent-mediated strategies from the Hanen Programme and oral-motor support such as TalkTools when appropriate, alongside play-based activities focused on your child’s goals.

Typical speech sessions are about 60 minutes; frequency depends on goals and family schedule. Your clinician will recommend a plan after the consultation.

You’ll see measurable targets (e.g., clearer sounds, longer phrases, more successful turn-taking). We review progress every 6–8 weeks and adjust goals as needed.

Yes. When children have both, we align cues and targets so your child practises the same skills across therapies and settings.

 When helpful, we introduce visual supports (e.g., picture cards) to reduce frustration and build independence, and we coach families to use them at home.

Parent involvement is encouraged—especially for Hanen routines—so you can support practice between sessions.

No. It’s a quick self-check. Use it to start a conversation; a clinician will advise whether an assessment is appropriate.

Yes—AutismSTEP is a Baby Bonus Approved Institution. We’ll guide you through using CDA for eligible payments.

We’ll consider both languages in assessment and goal-setting, and prioritise functional communication for home and school.

Timelines vary by child and goals; many families notice early wins in specific skills within weeks when daily home practice is consistent.