Frequently Asked Questions

1. Enquire With Us

Submit an enquiry through our website, email, or phone.

2. Initial Contact

We will be in touch to discuss your referral, areas of concern, appointment options, and next steps.

3. Parent/Caregiver Discussion (if applicable)

In some cases, an initial parent or caregiver session may be recommended prior to meeting the child. This allows time to gather background information, discuss concerns, and complete a detailed case history. This can be done via a phone call, Zoom or in person.

4. Initial Appointment

The initial appointment may involve discussion, informal observations, rapport building, and/or beginning assessment tasks depending on the individual’s needs and reason for referral.

5. Assessment

Assessment may be completed across 1-3 sessions depending on the areas being explored and the level of assessment required.

Assessments may explore areas such as:

• speech 
• language 
• literacy 
• social communication 
• swallowing 
• orofacial myology 

6. Assessment Report (if required)

Following assessment, a written report may be completed outlining assessment findings, strengths, areas of difficulty, and recommendations. Reports are commonly requested for NDIS participants, schools, medical professionals, or ongoing therapy planning, but may also be requested by private clients where appropriate.

7. Therapy Planning

Following assessment, therapy goals and recommendations are developed collaboratively based on assessment results, discussions with the individual and/or family, and everyday functional needs.

8. Ongoing Therapy Sessions

Therapy sessions are tailored to the individual’s goals, strengths, interests, and daily communication needs. Therapy frequency and duration vary for each individual. Goals and therapy plans are regularly reviewed and adjusted as needed to reflect progress and changing needs.

No referral is required to access speech pathology services privately. Referrals may also be provided by GPs, paediatricians, schools, allied health professionals, support coordinators, or other healthcare providers.

Some funding pathways, such as Medicare Chronic Condition Management Plans, may require a referral from your GP.

Tell Me More Speech Pathology supports children, teenagers, and adults across a range of communication, literacy, swallowing, and orofacial myology needs.

Support may include:

• speech sound difficulties 
• language delays and disorders 
• literacy and spelling difficulties 
• social communication 
• swallowing and mealtime concerns 
• tongue thrust and oral habits 
• mouth breathing and orofacial myology concerns 

Services are tailored to the individual’s goals, strengths, and everyday communication needs.

 Appointments are currently available:

• in clinic at Kogarah 
• via telehealth Australia-wide 
• through selected mobile visits across the Sutherland Shire and Georges River areas 

Appointment availability may vary depending on clinician scheduling and location.

Appointment lengths vary depending on the type of support required and the individual’s needs.

Common appointment lengths include:

• 30 minutes 
• 45 minutes 
• 60 minutes 

Assessment appointments may require longer or multiple sessions depending on the areas being explored.

Therapy frequency varies depending on the individual’s goals, areas of difficulty, age, availability, and support needs.

Some individuals may benefit from weekly therapy, while others may attend fortnightly, monthly, or for short-term review appointments. Recommendations are discussed collaboratively following assessment and throughout ongoing therapy.

The length of therapy varies for each individual and depends on factors such as goals, progress, support needs, and everyday communication demands.

Some individuals may require short-term support targeting specific goals, while others may benefit from longer-term therapy across different stages of development. Therapy goals and plans are regularly reviewed and adjusted as needed.

Tell Me More Speech Pathology currently accepts:

• private paying clients 
• self-managed NDIS participants 
• plan-managed NDIS participants 
• Medicare Chronic Condition Management Plans (where eligible) 

Private health rebates may also be available depending on your level of cover.

We kindly ask that at least 48 hours notice is provided for appointment cancellations or rescheduling requests.

Late cancellations or missed appointments may incur the full appointment fee. This policy helps ensure appointment times can be offered to other families and individuals requiring support.

Absolutely. Parent and caregiver involvement is encouraged wherever appropriate.

We value collaboration and recognise the important role that families and supports play in helping individuals build communication skills and confidence across everyday environments. Depending on the individual’s age, goals, and support needs, parents or caregivers may participate directly within sessions or receive regular feedback, strategies, and updates to support carryover at home.

Yes. Collaboration with schools, educators, support coordinators, medical professionals, and other allied health providers is encouraged where appropriate and consent has been provided.

Working collaboratively with an individual’s wider support network can help promote consistency across environments and support meaningful functional outcomes. This may include communication via email or phone, written reports, goal collaboration, or participation in meetings where required.

Yes. Tell Me More Speech Pathology offers telehealth appointments Australia-wide for children, teenagers, and adults.

Telehealth allows individuals to access speech pathology support from the comfort of their home, school, workplace, or community setting through secure video conferencing.

Telehealth sessions are tailored to the individual’s goals and may include:

• interactive activities and games 
• screen sharing and visual supports 
• caregiver coaching and collaboration 
• practical strategies for everyday environments 

Telehealth can be a flexible and effective option for many individuals and may suit:

• busy families 
• NDIS participants 
• individuals living remotely 
• clients who feel more comfortable in their home environment 

To participate in telehealth sessions, we recommend:

• a stable internet connection 
• a laptop, iPad, or computer 
• a quiet space with minimal distractions 

Appointment links are typically sent the day prior to the session.

For younger children or sessions completed within schools/daycares, an adult may be required to assist with setup and remain available nearby if support is needed during the appointment.

If you are unsure whether telehealth may be suitable for you or your child, please feel free to contact us to discuss available options.