About US
Our Services
We offer a wide range of paediatric speech therapy services, including evaluation, diagnosis, and therapy in the following areas:
- Understanding Language
- Using Language
- Speech Development
- Stuttering/Fluency
- Fussy Eating
- Challenging Behaviours
- Early Literacy
- Development of Play
Our Philosophy
Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality care that is grounded in evidence-based practices. We recognise that each child is unique, and we strive to understand the specific needs of each child to ensure a personalised approach to therapy.
This process allows us to tailor individualised treatment plans that focus on their therapy goals.
To ensure the most effective outcomes, we incorporate a variety of therapy techniques that are supported by current research. These may include play-based therapy, structured language activities, and interactive games to engage children.
We also emphasise the importance of involving families in the therapy process, providing them with strategies and resources to support their child's development at home.
By combining our expertise in pediatric speech pathology with a compassionate and supportive environment, we strive to foster confidence and empower each child to reach their full potential.
FEES AND FUNDING OPTIONS
Session Information
There are various funding options for children:
Private Health: Your private health insurance may entitle you to a rebate for Speech Pathology services. Please contact your insurer for more information.
Medicare rebates: Your GP may write an ‘Enhanced Primary Care Plan’ for your child which includes Speech Pathology. This will attract a rebate from medicare.
Private
At Bright Minds sessions are charged based on time. No additional charges apply for initial appointments or assessments.
- Initial Session/Hour - $193.99
- Subsequent Sessions/Hour - $193.99
- Report Writing or School Meetings/Hour - $193.99
Note: Sessions are 60 minutes in length which includes 45 minutes of therapy and 15 minutes to liaise with teachers and individualised planning.
Feeding therapy sessions will incur an additional surcharge of $50.
NDIS -
Bright Minds Speech Pathology will provide services to children with a NDIS plan if they are ‘plan managed’ or ‘self-managed’.
- Consultation up to 60 minutes $193.99
- NDIS progress report $193.99
Note: Sessions are billed at 60 minutes, inclusive of a 45 minute consultation and 15 minutes for teacher feedback, individualised planning, and parent/carer feedback.
* Please note, the full fee will be charged for cancellations made with less that 48 hour's notice.