Speech Pathology

Supporting Your Child’s Communication Journey

What is Speech Pathology?

Speech pathology, also known as speech therapy, is a specialised service that supports individuals who have difficulties with communication, language, speech sounds, voice, or even swallowing. A qualified professional, called a speech-language pathologist (SLP), works with children to build essential communication skills needed for everyday life.

What Does a Speech Therapist Do?

Our Speech therapists assess, diagnose, and create personalised therapy plans to help children with:

Speech clarity – helping children pronounce sounds and words correctly
Language development – understanding and using words, sentences, and concepts
Social communication – learning to take turns, make eye contact, and engage in conversations
Voice therapy – improving pitch, tone, and vocal quality
Feeding and swallowing – helping children who struggle with eating or drinking safely

The therapy sessions are tailored to your child’s unique needs and developmental stage. We use fun, play-based activities and evidence-based strategies to help children feel comfortable and confident while learning.

When Should You Consider Speech Therapy?

If your child:

Is slow to start talking
Is difficult to understand
Has trouble following instructions or answering questions
Shows signs of frustration when communicating
Has been diagnosed with autism, apraxia of speech, or developmental delays

... then speech therapy at Healthy Kids at Play can make a meaningful difference.

Book a Speech Therapy Assessment Today

If you’re ready to take the next step or still have questions about what speech pathology / speech therapy is, we’re here to help. Contact Healthy Kids at Play to book a consultation with one of our caring speech-language pathologists. Let’s build strong foundations for communication—together.