Speech Therapy for Children
Literacy in Everyday Life | Real-World Examples for Children – Perth Speech Therapy
Literacy is used in everyday life far beyond books and classrooms — from reading signs and texting friends to learning at school and following daily routines. Strong early literacy skills support confidence, communication, problem-solving, and long-term academic success. Learn how literacy impacts daily life and how Perth Speech Therapy supports children to build these essential skills.
Teaching Kids New Words at Home | Perth Speech Therapy
Simple, practical strategies to help children learn new words at home using everyday play and conversation. Created by Perth speech pathologists.
Why Frequent Attendance in Speech Therapy Matters for Children
“Why Frequent Attendance in Speech Therapy Matters”
What Speech Therapy for Autistic Children Really Looks Like.
Speech therapy for autistic children focuses on meaningful communication — not just speech. Learn what actually happens in therapy, how AAC supports language, and why early intervention matters.
Echolalia in Autistic Children: What It Means and How to Support Communication | Perth Speech Therapy
Echolalia – repeating words or scripts – is a real way many autistic children communicate and learn language. Discover what echolalia means, how speech pathologists support it, and practical ways families can respond at home.
Neurodiversity Affirming Language: What It Means for Families | Perth Speech Therapy
A clear, family-friendly guide to neurodiversity-affirming language and how it shapes respectful, strengths-based speech therapy for neurodivergent children.
Do Speech Sounds Fix Themselves? | Perth Speech Therapy Guide for Parents
Not sure if your child will “grow out of” their speech errors? Learn when speech sounds fix themselves, when to seek help, and what parents in Perth need to know.
Understanding Language vs. Speech: What’s the Difference?
Speech and language are related but not the same. Understanding the difference helps identify whether a child needs help with pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, or communication skills.
Sounds-Write Phonics Program for Reading and Spelling | Perth Speech Therapy
Sounds-Write is a structured synthetic phonics program that teaches children how written letters map to spoken sounds. This evidence-based approach supports reading, spelling and writing development, particularly for children with speech or language difficulties.
PROMPT Therapy for Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
PROMPT is a hands-on, motor-based therapy that supports children who struggle with planning and coordinating speech movements. Learn how it works and how it helps children with Childhood Apraxia of Speech.
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Clinic Location: Alfred Cove