Feeding Therapy for Fussy Eaters and Sensory-Based Challenges

by | Jun 22, 2025 | Paediatric Feeding

Feeding Therapy for Fussy Eaters and Sensory-Based Challenges

Supporting Children in Alfred Cove, Melville & Across Perth, WA

Feeding Support in Perth from a Certified “FussyFeeding” Practitioner

At Perth Speech Therapy, located in Alfred Cove and Melville, we understand how overwhelming feeding difficulties can be for both children and their families. Whether you’re concerned about your toddler’s extreme pickiness, your child’s sensory aversion to food textures, or mealtime meltdowns—you’re in the right place.

Led by a fully qualified Speech Pathologist trained in the evidence-based “FussyFeeding” approach, we provide support for children experiencing:

  • Sensory-based feeding difficulties

  • Extreme food selectivity (picky or fussy eating)

  • Gagging or vomiting at the sight or texture of food

  • Aversion to mixed textures, smells, or colours

  • Stress or refusal around family mealtimes

  • Delayed feeding milestones (puree to solids, utensil use, etc.)

Why Choose Perth Speech Therapy?

  • ✅ Trained staff  in “FussyFeeding” – A targeted approach proven to support picky eaters and sensory feeding disorders

  • ✅ Local clinic locations in Alfred Cove and Melville – Easily accessible for families across Perth, Western Australia

  • ✅ Experienced, qualified Speech Pathologist with a focus on feeding and early intervention

  • ✅ Warm, family-centred therapy tailored to your child’s unique needs and sensory profile

  • ✅ Collaborative support for parents, educators, and allied health professionals

Feeding Therapy in Perth That Goes Beyond “They’ll Grow Out of It”

Many families are told that fussy eating is “just a phase.” But when a child’s food preferences are extremely limited, persist beyond the toddler years, or cause stress at mealtimes, it’s often more than picky eating—and it deserves proper support.

We help children with:

  • Sensory processing challenges that affect eating

  • Feeding aversion after medical issues or reflux

  • Limited diet (often <20 accepted foods)

  • Ongoing feeding delays or refusal

  • Negative mealtime behaviours linked to food anxiety

Our therapy focuses on helping children feel safe and empowered at mealtimes—not pressured. We celebrate progress at every step, from tolerating food on a plate to trying a brand-new bite.

Based in Alfred Cove & Melville – Feeding Support for Families Across Perth

Families travel to us from all over Perth’s southern suburbs, including Applecross, Booragoon, Bicton, Mount Pleasant, and Fremantle, because they know we combine clinical expertise with deep compassion.

We welcome children from:

  • Alfred Cove

  • Melville

  • Attadale

  • Palmyra

  • Willagee

  • Ardross

  • Bateman

  • Perth metro and surrounds

Book a Feeding Assessment Today

If you’re worried about your child’s eating habits, early intervention makes all the difference. Our goal is to reduce stress, improve nutrition, and build positive food relationships—for life.

📞 Call us on 0412 256 656

We’d love to help your child eat with more confidence—and help your family enjoy calmer, happier mealtimes.