Frequently Asked Questions

No, you do not need a referral to access our services.

Yes, telehealth speech pathology services are available for children and adults Australia-wide.

Appointment enquiries can be made online here o(http://www.thinkingoutloudspeechpathology.com.au/contact)r via email admin@thinkingoutloudsp.com.au.(mailto:admin@thinkingoutloudsp.com.au) Alternatively, you can call us on 0457 364 917.(tel:0457364917)

We offer speech therapy services to both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. We are not able to make claims for you through the NDIA portal.

We travel to Bargo, Pheasants Nest, Picton, Tahmoor, Thirlmere, Wilton and Yanderra.

We do travel to schools, preschools and childcare centres and will offer services if it is appropriate for your child. We believe in a holistic approach to therapy and this includes providing strategies to parents, teachers, educators and support workers. Parent involvement in early language therapy is best practice as parents know their child best and are able to incorporate the skills learnt in therapy into their child's everyday activities.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach as speech development varies in children. However, early intervention is often recommended. If your child is showing signs of speech or language delay by age 2 or 3, it might be time to consult a speech pathologist. Click here (https://www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/common/Uploaded%20files/Communication-swallowing/Speech-development/Communication-Milestone-Poster-2018.pdf)for a guide on developmental milestones in children.

The duration of speech therapy depends on the child's individual needs. Some children show improvement within a few months, while others may need ongoing support for several years.

Email us at admin@thinkingoutloudsp.com.au (admin@thinkingoutloudsp.com.au)and we can discuss your child's needs and determine whether telehealth is suitable.

Speech therapy techniques vary based on your child's age, needs and area/s of difficulty. Therapists may use interactive games, exercises or specialised software to engage your child in learning and building their speech and language skills.