Speech, language, and literacy.

Speech refers to how we say sounds (letters) and words. Language is the system that gives the words meaning. Literacy is the ability to read and write.

Speech, language and literacy are distinct but interconnected skills. They develop from birth into adulthood. These skills evolve with maturity and learning.

Children naturally develop fundamental speech, language and literacy milestones from birth into the early school years. When a child does not achieve a stage or has difficulty with a skill, it is important to seek help immediately.

Adults may also wish to work on their speech, language and literacy skills for a variety of reasons.This may be due to English as a second language, resulting in articulation or sound distortions that impede clarity. Adults may also seek help with expressive and receptive language skills such as comprehending information, processing, organizing, and remembering it.

We work with parents, schools, referrers and health-care teams to provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of oral receptive and expressive language disorders in children and adults. When children have difficulty in one or more of these areas, early intervention from a speech pathologist is critical because these skills are paramount for clear social communication, academic performance, and self-expression.

If you have concerns then please contact the clinic for more information, or to book an initial consultation.

We group and individual sessions using a combination of evidence-based social skills programs, modalities and techniques. Therapeutic intervention is a collaborative effort. Therapy is used to develop an understanding and ability to use and interpret neurotypical communication, whilst focusing on the personal communication style and sensory needs.