Orange Child Development & Rehabilitation CentreOrangeChild Development & Rehabilitation Centre

Service

Speech Therapy

Assessment and therapy for speech, language, feeding and fluency across ages.

Speech and language therapy helps children understand language, express themselves and speak clearly. Our speech-language pathologists work on receptive language, expressive language, articulation, fluency, voice, social communication, and feeding or swallowing difficulties using play-based, evidence-based methods.

Who needs it

  • Children who are not talking by 18–24 months
  • Unclear speech that strangers cannot understand
  • Stammering or blocks while speaking
  • Difficulty following instructions
  • Feeding, chewing or swallowing difficulty

What we do

  • Sound play and imitation games
  • Picture books and shared reading
  • Choice-making during daily routines
  • Turn-taking board games

Frequently asked questions

At what age should I worry about speech delay?

If your child has no words by 18 months, no two-word phrases by 24 months, or loses previously used words at any age, book a screening. Early therapy gives the best outcomes.

How many sessions will my child need?

It depends on the diagnosis and severity. Most children start with two sessions per week and we review goals every month with parents.

Will bilingual exposure confuse my child?

No. Research shows bilingual children are not delayed because of two languages. We support the home language and the school language together.

Book an assessment

Concerned about your child's development?

Book a scientific developmental assessment. Early answers change outcomes.