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What People Don't See Behind the Cost of Speech Therapy

An honest look at what actually goes into supporting your child's communication and why the hourly rate covers planning, admin, and ongoing care.

Is Your Child Saying No Because of Behaviour or Communication?

Many behaviours in the classroom can hide language or communication needs. This post helps you spot signs and plan supports to help your child engage and express themselves.

What does it mean when a teacher is concerned about speech and language?

When teachers flag concerns about a child's speech and language, it helps to understand receptive vs expressive language and how speech clarity fits into overall communication.

Medicare Changes in 2026: What It Means for Speech Pathology

Medicare expands rebates for speech pathology services for children and young people, offering up to 8 assessments and 20 therapy sessions, easing access and costs.

Speech Pathology Week 2025: Everyday Impact Through Communication

Celebrating Speech Pathology Week 2025 and exploring how communication skills make a real difference in everyday life for children and young adults.

Working Memory and Language: How They're Connected

Explore how working memory supports language development, what difficulties look like, and practical strategies for home and school.

Supporting Young Adults to Communicate With Confidence

Discover how speech pathology can help young adults build confidence in everyday communication situations, from phone calls to job interviews and social interactions.

World Autism Understanding Day: Promoting Acceptance and Support

Learn how we can move beyond awareness to true acceptance and understanding of autism, creating a more inclusive world that celebrates neurodiversity.

How Speech Pathology Can Help Young Adults Improve Everyday Communication

Discover how speech pathology can help young adults build confidence and skills for everyday communication, from job interviews to social situations.

Bilingual Children and Speech Development: What Parents Need to Know

Learn how bilingual children develop language skills, common myths about bilingualism, and when to seek support for speech development concerns.

Is My Child's Speech Development on Track? Age-by-Age Milestones

Learn about typical speech and language development milestones from birth to age 5, and understand when to seek professional support for your child.

7 Tips to Encourage Your Child to Speak More Clearly

Discover practical techniques to help your child develop clearer speech at home, from modelling clear pronunciation to engaging in fun practice activities.

Why Do Children Have Lisps? Understanding the Role of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

Learn about the different types of lisps, their causes, and how orofacial myofunctional therapy can help children develop clearer speech.

Neuroaffirming Practices: Understanding and Embracing Every Brain

Learn about neuroaffirming practices in speech pathology and how they support neurodivergent individuals.

How Much Does It Cost to See a Speech Pathologist? Understanding Speech Therapy Pricing in Australia

Understanding Developmental Language Disorder (DLD): What it is and how to support your child

Learn about Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), its signs, and how early intervention through speech therapy can help children thrive in their communication journey.

Recognising and Supporting Speech and Language Delays in Children

Learn about the key milestones in children's speech and language development, how to identify potential delays, and strategies to support late talkers at home.

Welcome to Our Blog

Welcome to the Write to Speak blog, where we'll share insights and tips about speech pathology and communication development.