At Focus for Life, our speech therapists work with children and adolescents to support their speech, language, communication, and feeding development in a fun, engaging, and family-centred way.
Whether your child is having trouble speaking clearly, struggling to follow instructions, or needs support with social communication, speech therapy can help build the confidence and skills they need to thrive at home, school, and in everyday life.
How a Speech Therapist Can Help
Speech therapy for children can assist with:
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Speech delays or unclear speech (articulation)
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Language development difficulties (understanding or using words and sentences)
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Stuttering or fluency issues
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Social communication challenges (e.g. autism spectrum)
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Literacy and phonological awareness
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Feeding and swallowing difficulties
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Early communication support for toddlers and preschoolers
Your speech therapist will tailor sessions to your child’s age, goals, and interests — creating a safe and playful environment that encourages progress.
What to Expect
Your child’s first appointment will include a thorough assessment to understand their communication strengths and challenges, along with discussions around your concerns and goals as a parent or carer.
Based on this, the speech therapist will create a personalised therapy plan that may include:
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One-on-one therapy sessions using games and activities
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Home strategies and parent coaching
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Collaboration with teachers or educators
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Ongoing progress reviews and goal-setting
At Focus for Life, speech therapy is all about helping your child communicate with more confidence — and giving families the tools to support their development along the way.