Perth Paediatrics’ speech pathologists have expertise in various communication disorders and swallowing disorders. Speech pathologists work collaboratively with other professionals on interdisciplinary teams. Referrals can come from a paediatrician, GP’s or parents.
Services Include
- Reading, spelling and writing.
- Producing words and sounds clearly or accurately & clearly.
- Producing complete or grammatically correct sentences.
- Vocabulary, regular use of non-specific language (that one, this thing, over there) and difficulty finding the right words, compared to their peers.
- Oral narrative (e.g. personal recount, story retell).
- Understanding and answering questions
- Remembering, sequencing and following instructions in class.
- Stuttering
- Voice difficulties- eg a very hoarse, scratchy, quiet or unusual sounding voice.
- Social interactions- eg making and keeping friends, holding conversations, understanding the expected behaviours/responses in social situations
- Playing with their peers
- Mealtimes- concerns with eating and/or drinking
Holly Tickner
SENIOR SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
Sarah Warwick
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST