Speech Pathology
Our speech pathologists help children communicate and connect, from first words to conversations, friendships and early literacy.
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Speech pathology helps children communicate: to talk, understand, be understood and connect with the people around them. A speech therapist (in Australia, usually called a speech pathologist) works with children on everything from first words and clear speech sounds to following instructions, telling stories, joining in play and building the foundations for reading.
At Scribble, speech therapy for kids looks a lot like play. We use games, books, toys and your child’s favourite interests to practise new skills, so sessions feel relaxed and fun. We also coach parents and carers, because everyday moments (bath time, mealtimes, the drive to kinder) are where most communication happens. We value every way a child communicates, whether that’s spoken words, gestures, signs, pictures or a communication device.
We see children across Melbourne at our Werribee, Craigieburn, Moonee Ponds and Caroline Springs clinics, and we can also come to your child’s school, kinder or home, or meet via telehealth. Whether you have a clear concern or just a feeling that something isn’t quite right, our paediatric speech pathologists can help you understand where your child is at and what might help next.
Who it’s for: Toddlers through to teens, whether you have a specific concern or just want to check in on your child’s development.
Every child is different, so support is always tailored to your child and your family’s goals.
Some children are hard to understand because they leave off sounds or swap one sound for another. We use games, picture cards and silly sound play to practise tricky sounds, so your child can be understood more easily by family, friends and teachers.
This covers how children understand what’s said to them and how they put words together to share their ideas. We might build vocabulary through pretend play, practise following instructions in an obstacle course, or retell a favourite story together.
Communication is about connecting, not just words. We support children to take turns, share attention, join in play and express themselves in ways that feel natural to them, always respecting their own communication style.
Stuttering is when the flow of speech is interrupted by repeated sounds, stretched sounds or blocks. We work gently with your child and family on strategies that can help talking feel easier, and on building your child’s confidence to say what they want to say.
Skills like rhyming, hearing the sounds in words and enjoying books lay the groundwork for reading and spelling. We use songs, word games and shared reading to build these foundations in a playful way.
AAC means any way of communicating besides speech, such as signing, picture boards or a speech-generating device. We can help find a system that suits your child, and show family and educators how to use it every day. AAC supports communication and does not stop children from talking.
Every child develops at their own pace. These are general signs that a chat with us could help, not a checklist for a diagnosis.
Not sure? Trust your instincts and get in touch or try our “Can we help?” tool.
Children learn best when they’re having fun. Sessions are built around games, toys and your child’s interests, so practice feels like play rather than work.
You know your child best. We set goals together and share simple strategies you can use during everyday routines at home.
We value every way of communicating: spoken words, signs, pictures or devices. Our focus is helping your child connect and be understood, not changing who they are.
Where it helps, our speech pathologists work alongside our occupational therapists and psychologists, and with your child’s kinder or school.
Contact us or send a referral. We’ll have a chat about your concerns and help you choose a clinic, home, school, kinder or telehealth option that suits your family.
Your speech pathologist gets to know your child through play and some structured activities, and talks with you about your child’s communication at home.
We share what we noticed in plain language and agree on goals that matter to your child and family.
Sessions build skills through play, and we give you simple ideas to try at home. We check in on progress along the way and adjust the plan as your child grows.
Working together
Warm, experienced clinicians who love working with kids.
Choose a clinic, or we can come to your child’s school, kinder or home, or meet online.
Speech pathology at our clinics in Melbourne’s west and north. Bright, welcoming spaces designed for play.
Mobile
Therapy in your home and community, where your child is most comfortable.
In schools
We partner with schools to support students in their everyday learning environment.
Early years
Early-years support in kinder and childcare settings, alongside educators.
Online
Secure online sessions from anywhere in Australia. Flexible and family-friendly.
Tap through for plain-language information and how the whole Scribble team can help.
We support autistic children and their families with warm, strengths-based, play-led therapy, working with your child, not trying to change who they are.
Learn moreIf your child is a late talker or hard to understand, our speech pathologists can help, with playful, practical support you can carry into everyday life.
Learn moreThere are a few ways to fund therapy. We’ll help you work out what applies to your family.
We welcome self-managed and plan-managed participants.
Partial rebates with a GP Chronic Disease Management plan, or a Mental Health Treatment Plan for psychology.
Pay privately. Your health fund may reimburse part of the fee, depending on your extras cover.
40+ friendly faces, ready to help
Send a referral online or book a time that suits. We’ll take it from there, together.
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