Paediatric Speech Pathology
At Nurture Allied Health SA, we provide paediatric speech therapy in Adelaide for children and young adults experiencing communication, speech and language difficulties. Speech pathologists can work with children and their families to identify and address any issues, providing support and strategies to improve communication skills.
We believe communication is a fundamental human right. Our team is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care in a welcoming environment. Together, we’ll help your child or young adult build skills that empower them to connect, express themselves, and achieve their goals.
Early intervention in speech pathology can make a significant difference in a child's
life. The earlier therapy begins, the better the outcomes for communication, learning,
confidence, and social engagement.
Our speech therapists are trained to:
1. Identify developmental delays
2. Support children in reaching communication milestones
3. Tailor therapy to each child’s strengths, preferences, and goals
We provide services at our clinics in Beulah Park and Salisbury, as well as via
telehealth for families across South Australia.
Why Early Intervention Matters?
Our Approach
At Nurture Allied Health SA, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where clients feel valued and understood. Our approach involves:
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Strengths-based interventions: Leveraging individual strengths to achieve meaningful goals
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Family collaboration: Engaging families and caregivers as partners in the therapeutic process
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Holistic care: Working closely with Speech Pathologists and other professionals to ensure well-rounded support
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Play-based therapy: Making therapy fun and engaging to encourage active participation
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Neurodiversity Affirming: Embracing and respecting the unique communication styles, strengths, and needs of individuals, focusing on supporting functional communication and self-expression rather than forcing conformity to neurotypical norms.
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Trauma Informed: Recognising the impact of past trauma on communication and learning, creating a safe, empathetic, and empowering environment that prioritizes the individual’s emotional well-being and sense of control.
Areas of scope
Speech Sound Development
We support individuals who have difficulty pronouncing sounds clearly or are unintelligible to others. This may include addressing speech sound disorders such as:
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Articulation difficulties
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Phonological processing challenges
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Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Language Development
Language skills are fundamental to effective communication. We help develop and enhance:
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Expressive language: Formulating sentences, storytelling, and vocabulary use
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Receptive language: Understanding instructions, questions, and conversations
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Pragmatic language: Social communication and adapting language to different situations
Social Communication
We work with individuals to build confidence and competence in:
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Understanding differences in neurotypical and neurodivergent communication
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Knowledge of neurotypical and neurodivergent social cues and non-verbal communication
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Engaging in conversations and maintaining relationships
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Problem-solving and navigating social dynamic
Self Advocacy
We support individuals to work on their capacity to
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Demonstrates an understanding of and embraces their neurodivergent identity (which includes autistic/ND play and social communication styles) to prevent masking.
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Advocate for themselves to have their sensory, emotional and/or environmental needs met
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
To support an individual's communication, we offer support with AAC systems, including:
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Key Word Sign
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High-tech devices with speech-generating capabilities such as Proloquo, Proloquo2go, LAMP WFL, TouchChat, and TD snap.
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Customized low-tech communication tools such as PODD or communication boards.
Fluency (Stuttering)
We provide evidence-based strategies and programs, such as Lidcombe and Westmead, to support individuals who stutter, helping them communicate with confidence and ease in everyday situations.
Literacy skills
Our Speech Pathologists address literacy challenges, focusing on areas such as:
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Phonological awareness (e.g., recognizing sounds in words)
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Reading comprehension
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Writing skills, including spelling and grammar
When to seek Speech Therapy
You child may benefit from speech therapy if they have:
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Distinct pace of language development
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Unique speech patterns often challenging for unfamiliar listeners to understand
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Variations in processing information, affecting the ability to follow or give multi-step directions.
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Divergent verbal fluency (e.g. stuttering)
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Alternative social engagement and play styles that differ from peer expectations
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Atypical profiles in reading, writing or spelling abilities.
Who we work with
We support:
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Toddlers and preschoolers
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School-aged children requiring support with speech, language, or literacy
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Autistic and neurodivergent individual
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NDIS participants (plan-managed or self-managed)
No referral is needed, you can contact us directly to get started.
Location
We offer appointments at our clinic in Beulah Park and Salisbury. For clients who live regionally or prefer remote care, we provide telehealth sessions tailored to your child’s needs.
Book a speech therapy appointment
At Nurture Allied Health SA, our mission is to help every child find their voice. If you are looking for speech therapy that’s grounded in compassion, and tailored to your child, we’d love to support you.
Our friendly team is here to help you take the first step.
Call us on (08) 8102 4209
Email: admin@nurturealliedhealthsa.com.au
Or submit a waitlist form online here