Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?No. You do not need a medical referral to access speech pathology services.
What age range do you support?
18 months to 5 years.
What are your fees? Please contact me for a fee schedule. You may be eligible for rebates.
Are you a member of Speech Pathology Australia?Yes, I am a registered Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
This means I have the appropriate qualification, skills and registration to practise as a speech pathologist and participate in the SPA Certification Program. It demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional development.
What are your qualifications?
I completed a Bachelor of Speech Pathology at La Trobe University in 2006.
I received the Freda Hooper Award (2006): Making a significant contribution to the speech pathology field beyond the usual requirements of study”.
I also have a Bachelor of Science.
How do I explain to my child why we are seeing a speech pathologist? Here is a downloadable story book that can help explain our first session and what happens. It may give you some child friendly ways to explain speech pathology. Are you Medicare registered?I am a registered Medicare Provider, and hold necessary permits to practise, including insurance and Working With Children Check.