Paediatric Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy in Sydney
Helping children build communication, confidence and independence through speech pathology and occupational therapy.
Our Clinics
Supporting Children’s Communication, Development and Independence
Grow & Tell provides paediatric speech pathology and occupational therapy at our Rhodes and St Leonards clinics, through mobile services in selected areas of Sydney and via Telehealth.
Our speech pathologists support speech sounds, language, literacy, stuttering, AAC, social communication and feeding. Our occupational therapists support motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing, emotional regulation, attention, self-care and everyday independence.
Therapy is tailored to each child’s strengths, needs and goals. We work collaboratively with families, educators and other professionals to help children use their developing skills at home, preschool, school and in the community.
Our Speech & OT Services
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Speech Pathology
Assessment and therapy for speech sounds, language, literacy, fluency, AAC, social communication and feeding.
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Occupational Therapy
Support for motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing, emotional regulation, self-care and everyday participation.
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Social Communication Groups
Small-group programs supporting communication, connection, play and participation with others.
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Feeding Therapy
Individualised support to develop feeding skills, confidence and participation in family mealtimes.
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Telehealth and Online Therapy
Online speech pathology and occupational therapy for children and families across Australia, where clinically appropriate.
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Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
Comprehensive occupational therapy assessments identifying a child’s functional strengths, support needs and participation across everyday environments.
MOBILE SPEECH PATHOLOGY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN SYDNEY
Grow & Tell provides mobile speech pathology and occupational therapy at homes, schools and selected community settings across Sydney’s Lower North Shore and Inner West.
Mobile therapy allows children to develop and practise skills in familiar environments. It can also support collaboration with parents, educators and other people involved in the child’s everyday life.
Availability depends on your location, your child’s needs and clinician capacity. Contact our team to discuss whether mobile therapy is available in your area.
TELEHEALTH SPEECH PATHOLOGY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ACROSS AUSTRALIA.
Families across Australia can access personalised paediatric speech pathology and occupational therapy online from home.
Grow & Tell’s Sydney-based therapists provide secure, engaging telehealth appointments tailored to each child’s strengths, needs and goals. Depending on the child and the service required, Telehealth may support communication, literacy, fluency, social participation, parent coaching and selected occupational therapy goals.
Some assessments may also be available through telehealth where clinically appropriate. Our team can help determine whether online therapy is suitable for your child.
USING NDIS FUNDING?
Grow & Tell welcomes plan-managed and self-managed NDIS participants. We provide individualised speech pathology and occupational therapy tailored to each child’s strengths, functional needs and NDIS goals.
Our therapists work collaboratively with children, families and other supports to develop communication, participation and everyday independence at home, school and in the community.
Contact our team to discuss service suitability, availability or using your child’s NDIS funding with Grow & Tell.
How We Support Children
Every child has different strengths, needs and ways of participating. Our speech pathologists and occupational therapists provide individualised, neurodiversity-affirming support across these areas:
Communication & Language
Speech Sounds & Fluency
Sensory Processing & Regulation
Literacy & Learning
Social Communication & Play
Motor Skills & Independence
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THERAPY
Therapy begins with understanding your child, their strengths, communication or participation needs, everyday environments and the goals that matter to your family.
Our speech pathologists hold Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status through Speech Pathology Australia. Our occupational therapists are registered with Ahpra through the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
Our process may include:
• Understand: We listen to your concerns and learn about your child’s strengths, interests, routines and priorities.
• Assess: Where appropriate, we use observation, discussion and formal or informal assessment to better understand your child’s needs.
• Plan Together: We work with your family to develop meaningful, achievable goals and recommend the most suitable support.
• Provide Therapy: Sessions are individualised, engaging and informed by evidence, with activities selected to suit your child and their goals.
• Review and Adapt: We monitor progress, share updates and adjust therapy as your child’s strengths, needs and priorities change.
Families may also receive practical strategies that can be used between appointments and in everyday routines.
Ready to Discuss Support for Your Child?
WHEN MIGHT MY CHILD BENEFIT FROM THERAPY?
Every child develops differently. Families may seek professional advice when communication, movement, sensory experiences, emotional regulation or everyday activities are affecting their child’s confidence, participation or independence.
A speech pathologist may be helpful if your child:
• Is difficult to understand or has difficulty producing particular speech sounds
• Has difficulty understanding language, expressing ideas or following instructions
• Is communicating less than expected for their developmental stage
• Stutters or shows signs of frustration when speaking
• Needs support with literacy, social communication, AAC or feeding
An occupational therapist may be helpful if your child:
• Has difficulty with coordination, fine motor skills or handwriting
• Finds dressing, eating or other self-care activities challenging
• Experiences sensory differences that affect everyday participation
• Needs support with attention, emotional regulation or routines
• Finds participation at preschool, school, home or in the community difficult
You do not need to know which service your child needs before contacting us. Our team can listen to your concerns and help you understand the most appropriate next step.
Meet Our Speech therapy and OT Team
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![Elena Kosmas, lead speech pathologist at Grow & Tell Speech & Occupational Therapy]()
Elena
Lead Speech Pathologist
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![Julie Tushuizen, Lead speech pathologist and clinical mentor at Grow & Tell Speech & Occupational Therapy]()
Jules
Speech Pathologist/Parent Coaching
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![Allen Gongora, Occupational Therapist at Grow & Tell Speech & Occupational Therapy]()
Allen
Occupational Therapist
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![Occupational Therapy Sydney]()
Mina
Occupational Therapist
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![Occupational Therapist Sydney]()
Helen
Occupational Therapist
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![OT Sydney]()
Jessie
Occupational Therapist
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![Speech therapist Sydney]()
Kaitlyn
Speech Pathologist
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![Speech Therpist Sydney]()
Joanna
Speech Pathologist
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![OT North Shore]()
Marine
Occupational Therapist
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![Speech Pathologist Sydney]()
Cynthia
Speech Pathologist
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![Speech Pathology Crows Nest]()
Tiffany
Speech Pathologist
Our Sydney Clinics
Address: Ground floor, 1A Homebush Bay Drive, Rhodes NSW 2138
Appointments Available On:
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Click Here For Directions To Our Rhodes Clinic
St Leonards Clinic (Opposite Crows Nest Metro)
Address: Level 3, 38 Oxley Street, St Leonards, NSW 2065
Appointments Available On:
Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Click Here For Directions To Our St Leonards Clinic
General Enquiries: 1300 848 795
Email: info@Growandtelltherapy.com.au
Is your child’s speech on track?
Track your child’s current language skills using this complimentary checklist. It’s easy to follow and you can do it at home.
Funding & Rebates
At Grow & Tell, we accept NDIS, Medicare Chronic Disease Management Plans as well as M10 referrals, and issue receipts for your private health provider.
Contact us to learn more about your funding options and eligibility.
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FAQ
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We have clinics in Rhodes and Crows Nest.
You can find us in Rhodes at Ground Floor, Suite 3, 1A Homebush Bay Drive, with lots of parking available at Rhodes Waterside Shopping Centre.
You can find us in Crows Nest at Level 3, 38 Oxley Street. Our clinic is easily accessible with lifts and nearby parking, as well as public transport options close by.
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Speech therapy supports children’s communication, language, and pronunciation skills through fun, goal-based activities tailored to their needs.
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Occupational therapy helps children build the motor, sensory, and self-care skills needed for everyday confidence and independence.
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Yes, we offer mobile telehealth appointments. This provides busy families or those living more remotely a safe option to receive therapy online.
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Yes. Our mobile therapists visit homes, preschools, and community settings in and around Sydney. This enables children to be supported in familiar environments where they feel most comfortable.
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Our session fees are aligned with industry standards and NDIS pricing guidelines. Grow & Tell charges the recommended NDIS rate of $193.99 per hour Monday- Friday.
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No referral is needed to see our therapists. You can contact us directly to book an appointment or assessment.
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Sessions typically run for 60 minutes, which includes 45 minutes face-to-face and 15 minutes progress notes). Frequency depends on your child’s goals but we recommend weekly sessions based on research. Homework is provided between sessions and a communication book is given to school or childcare providers to help with practice.
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Yes. Our team provides assessments, reports, and therapy under both NDIS self-managed and plan-managed funding.
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Children frequently miss sessions due to being unwell, away or other commitments. Grow & Tell understands this and continues to provide support for children and families during these times.
To support continuity of care and therapeutic progress, families are encouraged to maintain approximately a 90% attendance rate per quarter, or receive another clinically relevant service where attendance is not possible.
If a child is unable to attend a scheduled session in person, the clinician may provide another clinically relevant service during the reserved appointment time to continue progressing the child toward their therapy goals.
This may include services such as parent telehealth sessions, parent coaching, goal review and therapy planning, liaising with schools or other professionals, creating therapy resources or visual supports, reviewing videos shared by families, or providing personalised home programs and therapy activities.