Speech Therapy for Kids near Ashfield

Developing your child’s communication skills.

Speech pathology that meets every child where they are

Communication is a human right. That’s why we support every child to communicate in ways that work for them, whether they need a little extra support, have developmental differences or disabilities, or are neurodivergent.

Personalised goals guide everything we do. At Inner West Paediatrics, our speech pathologists in Ashfield lean on evidence-based therapy to support your child’s speech, communication and literacy development.

What our speech pathology services offer

Assessment, diagnosis, treatment and intervention across speech, language, communication, voice, feeding and fluency all sit within our speech pathologists’ scope of practice.

Together with you and your child, we also work through challenges connected to speech sounds, reading, writing, eating, play, self-advocacy, and social participation and inclusion. The speech pathology services we offer include:

In-person speech therapy

One-on-one speech therapy shaped around your child, in a welcoming space where they feel at ease.

Dedicated family advocates

If you’re in Ashfield, but can’t come to us, we can come to you.

We work with you

Our online speech therapy service is designed to bring support within reach of children right across Australia.

The areas we focus on

Language and Communication

Supporting your child to grow how they understand and use language, from vocabulary and grammar to comprehension and their expressive and receptive language skills.

AAC Assessment and Intervention

Access to communication matters for everyone. Our speech pathologists guide children and young people to explore and use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) when it may help them express themselves, collaborating closely with families to assess, trial and set up AAC systems that reflect each child’s strengths, preferences and communication needs.

Reading and Writing

We support children to develop the literacy skills they need for learning and everyday life, including reading, writing, spelling and phonological awareness. When appropriate, we can also work alongside your child’s school team to support their literacy development across home and the classroom.

Speech Sounds

Through our speech pathology support, children may develop the clear, confident speech that helps them be understood in day-to-day conversations.

Play

Learning comes naturally to children through play. We design our sessions around play-based activities that tap into your child’s interests and strengths, offering a fun, low-pressure and engaging setting where speech, language, communication and confidence develop through meaningful connection.

Stuttering (Fluency)

For children who stutter, we draw on evidence-based, strengths-focused approaches to support confident communication. We partner with your child and their family to shape strategies that encourage comfortable, self-assured communication in day-to-day life.

Social Communication and Relationships

We support children to build meaningful connections in the places that matter most to them and their families, including at home, school and in the community. Using strengths-based, neuroaffirming approaches, we help children develop the skills and confidence to understand and express their emotions, advocate for their needs, and build positive relationships in ways that work for them.

Hanen Programs

It Takes Two to Talk®

The It Takes Two to Talk® program is designed for parents of children from 0 to 5 years who have been identified as having a language delay. In a small group setting, parents learn practical strategies to help their children develop language naturally throughout their day together.

The program teaches you how to:

Recognise your child’s stage and style of communication to identify goals and meaningful next steps
Identify what motivates your child to communicate
Use the strategies to encourage interaction and build communication confidence
Adjust everyday routines to help your child take turns back and forth in interactions
Support your child’s understanding and use of language through responsive communication strategies
Use play and book sharing to foster communication, interaction and language development

To find out when our next It Takes Two to Talk® program opens for registration, email info@innerwestpaediatrics.com.au.

More than Words

The More Than Words program supports parents and caregivers of autistic children or children with social communication differences. Through it, they learn specific, research-based strategies to nurture their child’s social communication and play skills, all while building connection and sharing more fun together.

‍Through the program, you will learn:

What motivates your child to communicate
How to use your knowledge about your child to set appropriate and realistic goals
How to make interactions with your child last longer
Tips for using pictures and print to help your child’s understanding
Strategies for how to talk so that your child understands you
Strategies for providing new play opportunities for your child

Email us at info@innerwestpaediatrics.com.au to learn when registrations open for the next More Than Words group program.

Learning Language and Loving It®

Learning Language and Loving It® is an evidence-based program for early childhood educators and professionals who support young children. The program provides practical, responsive strategies to foster language, communication and early literacy through everyday interactions, play and routines.Throughout the program, you’ll learn how to:

Recognise each child’s stage and style of communication.
Create everyday opportunities that encourage language learning and participation.
Use responsive interaction strategies to support communication and extend conversations.
Adapt the learning environment and daily routines to promote communication.
Support children’s social communication and interactions with their peers.
Build language and early literacy skills through play, shared book reading and everyday experiences.

To arrange a bespoke Learning Language and Loving It® package for your education setting, email info@innerwestpaediatrics.com.au.

Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT)

For autistic children aged 2–11 and children with social communication differences, PACT offers an evidence-based, parent-mediated approach to therapy. It guides parents and caregivers to read their child’s communication style more closely and build on everyday interactions with responsive, enjoyable strategies that deepen connection and engagement.

Using video feedback, our PACT-trained therapists help you notice and respond to your child’s unique communication style. As the program unfolds, you’ll gain practical, evidence-based strategies that support communication by drawing on your child’s individual strengths, preferences and needs within your family’s everyday routines and interactions.

To find out when our next PACT program opens for registration, email info@innerwestpaediatrics.com.au.

Is your child finding communication challenging?

Whatever shape your child’s communication journey takes, you’ll find an experienced team ready to support you with evidence-based, family-centred care.

Our therapy techniques

Our speech pathologists use a wide range of therapy techniques personally tailored to suit you and your child’s needs. To give you the best support possible, our therapists are not only fully qualified and accredited but have extensive training and experience in the following:

- Hanen Programs® (It Takes Two to Talk, More Than Words, Target Word, Talkability, Learning Language and Loving It)
- Key Word Sign
- SOS Feeding Approach
- The Lidcombe Program
- DIR Floortime Principles
- Learn to Play approach
- Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT)
- Responsive Feeding Approach
- Sounds~Write
- Meaningful Speech for Gestalt Language Processors
- Occupational Performance Coaching
- High and Low Tech AAC implementation
- DTTC and ReST

The ways speech pathology supports your child

Speech clarity

Our speech pathologists help children build clear, confident speech, making it easier for them to be understood in everyday conversations.

Language Development

We support children to build the language skills they need to understand others, express themselves and communicate with confidence.

Fluency

We support children who stutter or experience other differences in fluency to communicate with confidence using evidence-based, strengths-focused approaches.

Social communication

We support children to build the skills and confidence to communicate, connect and participate in ways that work for them.

Self-confidence and self-advocacy
By supporting your child’s communication in ways that work for them, speech pathology can help build confidence, foster meaningful connections and encourage participation in everyday life.

Answering your speech therapy questions

What is speech pathology all about?

Speech pathology centres on the assessment, diagnosis, management and, where possible, prevention of speech, language, voice and fluency disorders.

Where can a speech pathologist make a difference?

Speech pathology supports children to communicate in ways that work for them. Speech pathologists assess and provide evidence-based support for speech, language, communication, voice, fluency, literacy, feeding and swallowing, helping children participate more confidently in everyday life.

Can you support toddlers with speech therapy in Ashfield?

Absolutely. We work with children from infancy through to 18 years, and that includes toddlers taking their first steps in communication, language and speech. Where you have concerns about your toddler’s communication, stepping in early may make a difference.

What conditions and disabilities do you support?

We recognise that children need support with their communication and language skills for a variety of reasons. Our speech pathologists work with a wide range of disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, global developmental delay, ADHD, social-emotional difficulties, trauma, behavioural differences, and other neurological disorders. We also support children with articulation and stuttering difficulties.

How can speech pathology support my child's education?

Yes. Strong communication skills are foundational to learning. When appropriate, our speech-language pathologists work closely with teachers and educators to support your child’s progress both in and out of the classroom.

How long will my child be in speech pathology?

Each child follows their own path. Our dedicated team reviews progress regularly and, in partnership with you, shapes therapy plans around your child’s growth and development, so support may always reflect where they are right now.

What speech and occupational therapy approaches do you provide?

Our paediatric speech therapists in Ashfield are highly skilled and pursue additional training across a range of areas to provide meaningful therapy. Some of the services and approaches we may offer include:

Hanen Programs® (It Takes Two to Talk, More Than Words, Target Word, Talkability, Learning Language and Loving It)
DIR Floortime Principles
Learn to Play approach
Key Word Sign
Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT)
SOS Feeding Approach
Responsive Feeding Approach
The Lidcombe Program
Sounds~Write
Meaningful Speech for Gestalt Language Processors
Occupational Performance Coaching
High and Low Tech AAC assessment, trial and intervention
Handwriting Without Tears programs
Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP Approach)
Toileting interventions
Zones of Regulation
Alert Program
Regulation and sensory supports

What funding options are available?

To help the cost of speech pathology support, there are several funding options for therapy worth exploring, including the NDIS, Medicare and private health insurance.

What areas do you service?

We service areas around:

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Other ways we can help your child

Occupational Therapy

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Speech Pathology

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Feeding Therapy

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Group Programs

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Orofacial Therapy

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Key Worker Service

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Allied Health Assistants

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Support Work

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The Inner West Paediatrics difference

Support you may rely on

With more than 5,000 children and families supported since 2015, we bring years of experience to each and every session.

Care under one roof

Having a variety of services in the one place means we can support your child across many different areas of need.

Flexible ways to access therapy

Whether it’s at home, school, childcare or online, our team is ready to support your child wherever they need it.

Support your child's communication with speech therapy in Ashfield

Your child’s way of communicating is unique to them. Whether they’re after a small amount of extra support or navigating more complex needs, help is close at hand with our experienced speech pathologists. We start with your child’s strengths and, working closely with your family, deliver practical, evidence-based support that builds everyday communication confidence.