Speech Therapy

Speech therapy helps individuals to improve their communication skills. It can help individuals with a range of communication difficulties, including speech and language disorders, stuttering, and voice disorders.

Speech therapy typically involves working with a speech-language pathologist (SLP) who is trained to assess and treat communication difficulties. The SLP will work with the individual to identify their specific communication goals and develop a personalized treatment plan to help them achieve those goals.

Treatment may involve a range of techniques, such as exercises to strengthen the muscles used in speech, practice with specific sounds or words, or strategies for improving language comprehension and expression. The SLP may also provide guidance and support for family members or caregivers to help them support the individual’s communication development.

Speech therapy at Universal Ability is designed to help our clients overcome communication difficulties. We work with clients of all ages, from infants to adults, and tailor our services to meet each individual’s needs. Our speech therapists are NDIS-certified and experienced in working with a variety of communication disorders. We offer both group and individual therapy, and our goal is to help our clients develop the skills they need to communicate effectively.

If you or someone you know is struggling with communication difficulties, we encourage you to reach out to us. We can provide you with the resources and support you need to overcome these challenges. Contact us today to learn more about our speech therapy services.

Our Speech Therapists Specialise In Different Disorders

Articulation Disorders: This type of speech disorder is characterized by difficulty making certain sounds.

Expressive Language Disorders: This type of speech disorder is characterized by difficulty using spoken language to communicate.

Fluency Disorders: This type of speech disorder is characterized by disruptions in the flow of speech, often by repeating or prolonging words or phrases.

Apraxia of Speech: This type of speech disorder is characterized by difficulty planning and executing the muscle movements necessary for speech production.

Dysarthria: This type of speech disorder is characterized by weakness or paralysis of the muscles used for speech production.

Pragmatic Language Disorders: This type of speech disorder is characterized by difficulty with the social use of language.

Receptive Language Disorders: This type of speech disorder is characterized by difficulty understanding spoken language.

Resonance or Voice Disorders: This type of speech disorder is characterized by problems with the pitch, volume, or quality of the voice.

Holistic Therapy Services

Holistic Therapy Services (HTS) is a multi-disciplinary team of NDIS registered Allied Health Professionals who provide high quality and evidence based rehabilitation services. Our allied health professionals have experience working with a range of neurological, physical and developmental disabilities. We offer a variety of NDIS registered services which include; physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, dietetics, exercise physiology and psychology. Our team works closely with patients and their families/carers to develop long-term goals and management plans that will maximise function, independence and quality of life.