Your Child Deserves to Be Heard.
Specialist speech, language, and literacy therapy for school-aged children. Backed by 20+ years as an educator in Victorian schools. One therapist. One relationship. Real results.
When your child struggles to keep up, every day counts.
Speech and language difficulties don't resolve on their own. The longer they go unaddressed, the wider the gap grows.
Waitlists that drag on for months
Regional families know the drill. You get a referral, join a list, and wait. Meanwhile your child falls further behind their classmates week after week.
Reading and writing falling behind
Speech and language difficulties hit harder than most parents expect. When the foundation is shaky, literacy struggles are almost guaranteed by mid-primary.
A different therapist every visit
Larger clinics rotate staff. Your child has to rebuild trust and re-explain their story. Progress stalls because nobody truly knows them.
Not sure if it warrants help
You notice something is off but you are told they will grow out of it. The uncertainty is exhausting, and the stakes feel too high to wait and see.
You are not overthinking it. If something feels off, it probably is. And getting the right support early changes everything.
Targeted therapy for the challenges your child faces
Every child presents differently. Sarah tailors each session to your child's specific needs, using evidence-based approaches that deliver measurable progress.
Speech Therapy
Articulation and speech sound disorders. If your child is hard to understand or substitutes sounds, structured intervention builds clarity and confidence.
Language Intervention
Expressive and receptive language, vocabulary, sentence structure, and social communication. Helping your child find the right words and understand what they hear.
Literacy Assessment & Therapy
Phonological awareness, spelling, reading, and writing support from primary through secondary years. Closing the gap before it becomes a chasm.
Telehealth Sessions
Limited telehealth appointments available for families across the Macedon Ranges who need flexibility. Same quality therapy, no travel required.
Credentials that matter. Care that shows.
“Sarah's background as an educator makes all the difference. She understands what our daughter faces in the classroom, not just the clinical side. The therapy goals actually connect to real school outcomes.”
From first call to real progress in four steps
No complicated intake processes. No months of waiting. Here is exactly what happens when you reach out.
Get in Touch
Call or send a message through the contact form. Sarah will have a brief chat about your child and your concerns. No referral needed to start the conversation.
Initial Assessment
A thorough assessment identifies your child's specific strengths and challenges. Sarah looks at speech, language, and literacy as a complete picture, not isolated symptoms.
Personalised Therapy Plan
Based on the assessment, Sarah creates a therapy plan with clear goals. She collaborates with your child's school so classroom and clinic work in the same direction.
Ongoing Therapy & Progress
Regular sessions with the same therapist every time. Sarah tracks progress, adjusts the approach as your child grows, and keeps you informed at every step.
What parents ask before booking
Straightforward answers to help you decide if this is the right fit for your child.
Do I need a GP referral to see a speech pathologist?
No referral is required to book an appointment. You can contact Sarah directly. However, if you are seeking Medicare rebates through a Chronic Disease Management Plan or NDIS funding, a referral from your GP or paediatrician may be needed for those specific funding pathways.
What age group does Kyneton Speech Pathology work with?
Sarah specialises in school-aged children and teenagers, from Prep through to Year 12. Her 20+ years as an additional learning needs educator means she understands the specific demands each year level places on a child's speech, language, and literacy skills.
How often will my child need sessions?
Most children attend weekly or fortnightly sessions, depending on their needs and goals. Sarah will recommend a frequency during the initial assessment. Consistency matters more than intensity, so the plan is built around what your family can sustain.
Do you work with schools and teachers?
Absolutely. Sarah's background is in education, so school collaboration is central to her approach. With your permission, she communicates directly with your child's teacher to ensure therapy goals align with classroom expectations and that progress carries over into the school day.
What areas do you service beyond Kyneton?
Sarah sees families from across the Macedon Ranges and surrounding areas, including Woodend, Trentham, Gisborne, Lancefield, and Castlemaine. Telehealth appointments are also available for families who need flexibility or live further afield.
Book Your Child's Consultation
Send through your details and Sarah will get back to you within one business day. No waitlist. No runaround.
Give Your Child the Support They Deserve.
Early intervention is the single best predictor of long-term outcomes. One conversation with Sarah can change the trajectory. No obligation, no pressure.