Assessment and Treatment
Assessment
We offer speech pathology assessments for children aged 0–12 years, tailored to their age, needs and developmental stage.
To book an initial consultation, contact our reception team on (03) 9499 8911.
The first session takes around one hour and includes a detailed case history. If your child has a complex birth or medical history, please bring their Child Health Record book.
Depending on your child’s needs, assessments may take one to three sessions. We provide clear feedback and practical recommendations to help you understand your child’s communication profile and next steps.
We use different approaches depending on your child’s age:
Toddlers and preschoolers (up to age 4): Gentle, play-based assessment using observation and speech/language samples, collected in clinic or at home.
School-aged children: Standardised assessments covering receptive and expressive language, auditory memory, social skills, oral narrative and early literacy.
Autism Spectrum Diagnosis: Typically involves three sessions, including two or three in clinic and possibly one in your child’s social setting (school, kinder or childcare). Please contact us for a cost estimate.
We support families across Ivanhoe, Heidelberg, Alphington, Fairfield, Northcote, Thornbury, Preston and surrounding suburbs. Assessments are available in person or via Telehealth.
We also support children with NDIS plans that are Self-Managed or Plan-Managed.
Treatment
Following assessment, your child will be matched with a clinician who best suits their needs. Therapy is delivered in a relaxed, child-centred environment at our Ivanhoe clinic.
We aim to make therapy fun and motivating. Our clinic includes a wide range of educational toys, resources, computer programs and apps to support learning and engagement.
Parents are encouraged to take part in therapy sessions. If possible, we recommend arranging care for siblings during appointments, but we understand that’s not always practical.
Treatment may be weekly or fortnightly, depending on your child’s goals. We’ll work with you to:
Set clear therapy goals
Develop tailored strategies and programs
Provide practical ideas for home practice
We also liaise with schools and other professionals to ensure therapy is consistent and collaborative.
Visit our FAQ page for more answers or call Reception on (03) 9499 8911 if your question is not answered here.