Speech Pathology

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    Child Speech Pathology

    Communiskills provides individualised speech pathology services to preschool and school aged children with communication, social and learning difficulties. We work with children of all ages from infancy to 18 years of age. We provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments and treatment of difficulties with speech sounds, receptive language (understanding) expressive language, literacy, play and social skills. Communiskills offers assessment, treatment and consultation services to schools, preschools and childcare centres. We provide individual student support as well as collaboration with teachers to implement classroom strategies.

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    Adult Speech Pathology

    Our team offers a range of assessment and intervention services to adults experiencing communication, voice, literacy, social or swallowing difficulties. We work with adult clients with various diagnoses including ASD, ADHD, neurological disorders, acquired brain injury and Downs Syndrome. Our practice accepts referrals from GPs, Medical Specialists, other allied health professionals, aged care providers, TAC, WorkCover, NDIS plan managed or self-managed clients, and by individuals or their carers. Visits to home, aged care or community by arrangement. Find out more

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    Group Programs

    There may be times when your child could benefit from attending a group program targeting communication, play, social or school readiness skills. We offer a range of group programs depending on the needs of our clients and expressions of interest. Contact us or go to the Group Program page to find out what group programs are currently available.

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    Literacy Support

    Communiskills offers individualised one to one literacy support for children who are struggling academically at school. We work with your child to identify the best approach to enable your child to learn to read, spell and write successfully and to assist them to develop their enjoyment of learning, self esteem and confidence in their ability. We use an explicit and systematic phonics and structured literacy approach based on the science of reading.

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    Telehealth

    Can’t get into the clinic or do not have services in your local area? Telehealth is a great option. Just let our client services team know when you book that you would prefer Telehealth appointments.

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    Autism Assessments

    Our Speech Pathologists are experienced in providing comprehensive diagnostic Speech Pathology assessments as part of a multidisciplinary paediatric team assessment for the possibility of a diagnosis of Autism. A detailed written report including recommendations for intervention is provided to you and your child’s Paediatrician.

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    Speech Pathology in Aged Care

    Swallowing and communication skills may be affected by stroke, illness or with the progression of age or dementia. Communiskills offers on-site assessment and ongoing management of swallowing and communication difficulties for clients in residential aged care facilities or at home. This includes an assessment and recommendations regarding food/fluid consistencies and safe swallowing strategies.    

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    Speech Pathology for Young Adults

    Communiskills provides communication, social and swallowing assessment/intervention for young adult clients.

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    Therapy Assistant - in Clinic or School/Preschool/Childcare Visits

    Communiskills aims to support our clients to achieve their goals. To enable this we also offer the option of a combined therapist and therapy assistant option. An experienced Speech Pathologist completes the assessment and develops a therapy plan. The therapy assistant then implements the therapy plan under the guidance and direction of the experienced therapist who reviews and adjusts the program as needed.

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Therapy is tailored to each child’s needs, unique abilities and interests.

We assist your child to develop the skills needed to achieve success at preschool and school. Parents are included in therapy sessions at all times and we work collaboratively with you to assist your child to achieve their goals.

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Swallowing and/or communication issues can be isolating and frustrating for you, your family, colleagues and friends. Consulting a Speech Pathologist can help you improve your speech clarity, volume, language skills and swallowing.

 Our clinicians provide interventions in the areas of:

  • Receptive language refers to how we understand spoken language. It includes skills like following instructions, understanding questions, recognising vocabulary, and making sense of sentences and stories. Strong receptive language helps us learn, participate, and feel confident in everyday interactions.

  • Expressive language refers to how we use words, sentences, gestures, and facial expressions to share their thoughts, needs, and ideas. It includes skills like using vocabulary, forming sentences, telling stories, and expressing emotions in ways others can understand. Strong expressive language helps us communicate confidently at home, in play, at school and at work.

  • Pragmatic language refers to how children use words, gestures, and social cues to connect with others. It includes skills like taking turns in conversation, reading facial expressions and body language, staying on topic, and using language that fits the situation. Social skills build on this by helping children understand and respond to the people around them so they can join in play, build friendships, and communicate confidently in everyday life.

  • Literacy intervention supports children who need extra help with reading, spelling, and writing. It focuses on building strong foundational skills such as phonological awareness, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Evidence‑based approaches help children develop confidence and independence so they can participate fully in learning at school and at home.

  • Speech Sound Disorders occur when a child has difficulty producing speech sounds clearly and accurately. This may include challenges with specific sounds, sound patterns, or overall intelligibility. Intervention focuses on helping children learn and use sounds correctly so they can be understood more easily.

    Our therapists are experienced in working with Childhood Apraxia of Speech.

  • Speech fluency refers to the smoothness and flow of a person’s speech. Difficulties with fluency can include stuttering behaviours such as sound repetitions, prolongations, or blocks. Fluency intervention supports children and adults to communicate with greater ease and confidence, using evidence‑based strategies that reduce tension and help speech feel more natural in everyday situations

  • Play skills are the ways children explore, learn, and connect with others through play. They include using imagination, taking turns, sharing ideas, problem‑solving, and engaging in back‑and‑forth interaction. Strong play skills help children build social understanding, communication, and confidence across home, school, and community settings.

  • AAC includes any tools or strategies that help a child or adult communicate when speaking is difficult. This may involve gestures, pictures, communication boards, sign systems, or high‑tech devices. AAC supports children and adults to express their needs, share ideas, and participate confidently.

  • Speech Pathologists help people with swallowing difficulties by assessing how safely food and drinks are managed and providing practical strategies to make mealtimes safer and more comfortable. Support may include food and fluid texture adjustments, safer‑swallow techniques, and personalised mealtime plans developed in partnership with families and healthcare teams.

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