Speech Pathology Adelaide | Comprehensive Speech Therapy for All Ages

Thrive Health Therapies provides comprehensive NDIS registered speech pathology services to children and adults both in our Findon clinic and in the community throughout metropolitan Adelaide. Our team of highly skilled speech pathologists are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals of all ages who are facing challenges with communication or swallowing to help them reach their goals.

Speech pathologist and child sitting on the floor of clinic using a therapy tool to perform an assessment

What is Speech Pathology?

Speech pathologists are allied health professionals who work to improve the quality of life of anyone who has difficulties with communicating or swallowing.

Our knowledgeable and experienced speech pathologists work with clients across the lifespan to address a wide range of speech, language, communication and feeding issues.

Speech pathologist sitting at table with client performing an assessment

Who do our Speech Pathologists support?

At Thrive Health Therapies, our speech therapists work with people living with a variety of conditions, including:

  • Neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and intellectual disability

  • Degenerative neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease

  • Dementia

  • Developmental delays

  • Brain injuries such as stroke, or brain injuries due to accident or illness

  • Learning disabilities

Child and speech therapist sitting on floor during speech therapy session using a colourful language tool

Where do we provide Speech Pathology services?

Thrive Health Therapies offers community-based, clinic-based, and telehealth speech pathology services.

We provide community-based services in your home, school or kindergarten, or a location convenient to you throughout metropolitan Adelaide. Learn more about our service areas.

We provide clinic-based services in our clinic Findon, designed to be appropriate for a range of presentations and ages.

We also offer comprehensive telehealth services, providing clients with convenient, video-based therapy consultations for those who may have difficulty travelling to our clinic or prefer the convenience of remote support.

Speech pathologist and client smiling sitting on couch during a home visit

How our Speech Pathologists Support Children and Adults

  • Speech refers to an individual’s ability to pronounce speech sounds accurately (articulation) and their ability to organise these sounds into patterns (phonological processes) to form words. Difficulties in these areas can affect communication, making it hard for others to understand.

    Our speech therapists work to support and enhance an individual’s speech sound system through tailored, evidence-based interventions. The goal is to improve the individual's intelligibility, ensuring their speech is clear and easily understood in everyday interactions. By addressing both articulation and phonological processes, our therapists help individuals communicate more effectively, boosting confidence and social engagement.

  • Receptive Language refers to an individual’s ability to understand and comprehend language.

    Speech therapy targets areas such as:

    - following instructions/directions understanding questions (e.g., ‘where’, ‘what’, ‘who’)

    -understanding concepts (e.g., direction, position, sequence, quality, size)

    -understanding word meanings and their relationships

    -understanding grammatical elements (e.g., past tense, plurals)

    -understanding object functions (e.g., scissors are for cutting)

  • Expressive language refers to an individual’s ability to communicate their thoughts, desires, ideas, and feelings effectively to others.

    Our speech therapists targets areas such as:

    • Using grammatical elements (e.g., verb tenses, pronouns, and conjunctions) to form phrases and sentences that make sense and follow proper syntax.

    • Constructing longer, more complex sentences to retell stories or recount personal experiences, like describing a child’s day or sharing past events.

    • Expanding the use of meaningful words (vocabulary), helping the child to express themselves more precisely and engage in richer conversations.

  • Multimodal Communication refers to an individual’s ability to communicate using a variety of methods. It encompasses various forms of communicating such as mouth words, vocalisations, pictures and choice boards, gestures, sign language, typing, facial expressions, low-mid tech devices, and robust Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools. Our speech therapists provide specialised insight in identifying the most suitable multimodal communication tool to meet an individual’s individual needs.

  • Play is a crucial component in the early years of development. Through play, children learn important skills such as problem-solving, creativity, and social interaction. Whether it’s building with blocks, pretending to be superheroes, or playing board games, every playful activity contributes to a child’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Speech therapy is provided through a child- centred and play-based approach.

  • Our speech pathologists assist with feeding by assessing oral-motor skills and identifying issues like difficulty chewing or swallowing. They develop personalised strategies to improve feeding, such as exercises to strengthen muscles, sensory integration techniques, and modifying food textures for easier consumption. They also address feeding aversions or challenges in children, promoting positive mealtime experiences. Additionally, they provide education to families and caregivers on safe feeding practices and ongoing support for progress.

  • Stuttering/Fluency refers to an individual’s ability to join together speech sounds and words with fluent, smooth, and clear movements. Our speech therapists support individuals who experience an interruption in the flow of their fluent speech.

  • Literacy refers to child’s reading and writing skills which plays a crucial role in individual development, education, employment, social participation, and overall well-being. Our speech therapists target areas such as phonological awareness (e.g., rhyming, segmenting, blending, manipulating sounds) and decoding strategies (e.g., letter-sound correspondence, word recognition).

  • Our speech pathologists can help people with social communication by addressing communication difficulties that can hinder social interactions. They can work with individuals and families to help people develop the skills they need to build and maintain relationships, express themselves, and participate in social activities.

Why Choose Our Speech Pathologists?

  • No wait time: We can start working with paediatric or adult clients straight away!

  • Experienced: Our speech pathologists are senior clinicians with years of experience working with a wide range of presentations.

  • Extensive Coverage in the community: We serve a large geographical area, providing speech pathology across all of metropolitan Adelaide from Gawler to Aldinga. We see clients at home, in their school or kindergarten, or at a location convenient to them.

  • Clinic space: Our fully accessible clinic in Findon has been specially designed to be appropriate for a wide range of presentations & disabilities.

  • Individualised care: Every client receives a personalised therapy plan based on their unique needs and goals.

  • Neuroaffirming Practice: We provide compassionate and affirming services to support and empower neurodiverse individuals.

  • Multi-Disciplinary Approach: We offer a wide range of allied health services under one roof, allowing for a holistic approach to your health.

  • NDIS Registered: We are proudly registered with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

  • Home Care Package (HCP) and Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP): We accept a variety of funding options, helping our clients access the support they need.

  • LGBTQIA+ friendly: We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, and sexualities, Our Findon clinic is a welcoming, safe and inclusive space for all LGBTQIA+ people and families.

Speech therapist working with young child

FAQs About Speech Pathology in Adelaide

If you can’t find an answer to your question, please contact our friendly team on 0474 248 081 or email enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com.

  • Speech pathology, commonly known as speech therapy, is a healthcare profession dedicated to assisting individuals who face difficulties with communication or swallowing. Speech pathologists aid people of all ages by identifying and treating disorders related to speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing.

    In addition to ongoing support, NDIS speech therapists collaborate closely with clients, families, and caregivers to craft tailored treatment plans aimed at enhancing communication and swallowing functions to improve overall quality of life. These plans often include exercises to fortify speech and swallowing muscles, dietary adjustments to simplify swallowing, and the use of alternative communication methods like assistive technologies.

  • Speech pathologists diagnose and treat various communication and swallowing disorders, significantly enhancing an individuals' quality of life.

    An NDIS speech pathologist can address a variety of conditions, including:

    • Speech sound disorders like stuttering, lisps, or challenges in producing specific sounds.

    • Language disorders that affect a person’s ability to comprehend or articulate thoughts verbally or in written form.

    • Voice disorders.

    • Fluency disorders.

    • Swallowing disorders, which may complicate eating and drinking.

  • Thrive Health Therapies provides allied health services in Adelaide to all ages, from newborns to seniors! Our therapists have experience in a wide range of conditions and diagnosis, ensuring we can help you find a therapist who is the right fit for you.

    We accept referrals from a wide range of funding sources, including the NDIS, home care packages, Department of Veterans Affairs, Chronic Disease Management (previously known as EPC) and private clients. Learn more about our accepted funding sources.

    As a NDIS registered provider we are also able to accept participants who have chosen to have their funds managed by NDIA.

  • If you are funded through Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) or Chronic Disease Management (CDM) we need the appropriate referral documentation from your GP.

    For all other funding sources you can refer yourself or your child directly via our online referral form, or reach out to us on 0474 248 081, via our online enquiry form or at enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com.

  • Referring is easy! You can find our paediatric referral forms here and our adult referral forms here.

    If you have any questions prior to referring please reach out to us on 0474 248 081, via our online enquiry form or at enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com.

  • No! We can start working with new clients right away.

    Once we have received a referral form with all of your details, we are able to book an Initial Assessment as soon as possible, depending on your availability.

    You can find our paediatric referral forms here and our adult referral forms here.

    If you have any questions prior to referring please reach out to us on 0474 248 081, via our online enquiry form or at or at enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com.

  • Yes! As a registered NDIS provider, Thrive Health Therapies meets rigorous NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators. We are passionately committed to upholding the NDIS Practice Standards, providing high-quality and safe supports and services for NDIS participants.

    As a NDIS registered provider, we are also able to offer services to participants whose funds are managed by the NDIA.

  • As a registered NDIS provider, interpreter services are available free of charge for NDIS participants. Please inform us if you require this service, and we will arrange this for you.

  • We accept referrals from a wide range of funding sources, including the NDIS, home care packages, Department of Veterans Affairs, Chronic Disease Management (previously known as EPC) and private clients. Learn more about our accepted funding sources.

    As a NDIS registered provider we are also able to accept participants who have chosen to have their funds managed by NDIA.

  • Prices vary between services. Our therapists work with you to ensure you get the best program of services within your budget allocation.

    Please contact us for a personalised quote.

Your Trusted NDIS Registered Provider in Adelaide

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides funding for individuals with permanent and significant disabilities. As a registered NDIS provider in Adelaide, Thrive Health Therapies meets rigorous NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators. We are passionately committed to upholding the NDIS Practice Standards, providing high-quality and safe supports and services for NDIS participants.

As a NDIS registered provider, we offer services to participants whose funds are managed by the NDIA.

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