Helping every child find their voice
Mobile speech pathology for babies, children and teenagers across Brisbane's south side and Logan. Speech pathologist Alex Bouwmeester comes to your home and works alongside you on a plan that fits your child.
What is Speech Pathology?
Speech-language pathologists work with individuals of all ages to help improve their communication and swallowing abilities, enhancing their overall quality of life. Based in Brisbane, we provide paediatric speech pathology services across the south side, Logan, and surrounding areas.
Specialised Services
Our services are grounded in evidence-based practices and designed with the child and family at the forefront.
Speech Sounds
Assessment and support for children developing correct placement and movement of the tongue, lips, and jaw to produce accurate speech sounds.
Language
Evaluating and supporting each child's comprehension and expressive skills, providing therapy matched to each child for effective communication.
Social Communication
Supporting children in social interactions, pragmatics, and conversation skills with a neurodiversity-affirming approach.
Literacy
Building strong literacy foundations using evidence-based approaches including Sounds-Write, matched to each child's learning style and needs.
Fluency & Stuttering
Assessment and support for children experiencing stuttering or other fluency difficulties, using evidence-based approaches to help each child speak more confidently.
Swallowing & Feeding
Comprehensive care for infants and young children experiencing challenges with swallowing, chewing, and feeding.
AAC
Empowering children to express themselves using Augmentative and Alternative Communication — from picture boards to speech-generating devices.
Our Approach
Collaborative
We recognise that every child is unique. Our speech pathologist collaborates closely with parents, caregivers, and key members of a child's life to develop bespoke therapy plans.
Evidence-Based
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to express their thoughts and feelings effectively. We utilise the latest research to provide effective and reliable therapies.
Family-Centred
Transparency and authenticity guide our approach. We maintain open and honest communication, ensuring parents are fully informed and involved in their child's progress.
Helpful Articles for Parents
Evidence-based articles on children's speech, language, and communication — written by Alexandra.
After the Year 1 Phonics Check: What to Do Next at Home
After the phonics check: start with the teacher, a few minutes a day on decoding, what not to do, keeping sound games going and when an assessment helps.
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Reading Your Child's Year 1 Phonics Check Results: What They Mean
What the Phonics Check measures and what it doesn't, why half the words are made up, what 28 out of 40 means and when a low score needs a closer look.
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Watching Bluey with Your Child: Conversation Starters and Language Tips
Pause and talk, name the feelings, predict then check, retell afterwards, then play the games for real. Bluey episode picks by language goal, kept low-key.
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