JM Speech Pathology

At JM Speech Pathology, we are passionate about empowering individuals, families, and communities to communicate effectively across all aspects of life. Our team of experienced speech pathologists and allied health professionals work in partnership with clients to develop positive relationships and support client-centred goals. With over 23 years of experience across diverse settings, including remote Indigenous communities, we possess a deep understanding of the complexities of communication and its impact on individuals and communities.

Our Services

Our comprehensive range of services is designed to support individuals, families, and community settings to optimize communication across natural environments. We specialize in supporting language, literacy, and social skills, as well as providing autism diagnostic assessments, clinical supervision, and individualized staff training and development. Our team is committed to using strengths-based, neuro-diverse affirming, and person-centred practices to promote positive outcomes.

Key Services

• Autism Diagnostic Assessments: We offer dual diagnosis autism assessments, conducted in partnership with Dr. Donna Hosford, Clinical Psychologist. Our assessments cater to children, adolescents, and adults, providing in-depth assessments of communication and social skills.
• Language, Literacy, and Social Skills Support: Our speech pathologists provide expert guidance and support to help individuals develop their language, literacy, and social skills. We utilize a range of evidence-based approaches, including Sounds Write, a first-rate phonics program for teaching literacy.
• Clinical Supervision: We offer clinical supervision to other speech pathologists, providing support and guidance to help them develop their professional skills and build their confidence.
• Individualized Staff Training and Development: We design and deliver tailored staff training and development programs for community settings, organizations, and families, empowering them to support communication across a range of settings.
• Telehealth Services: We provide appointments via telehealth, ensuring that our services are accessible to a wider audience, including those living in remote areas or with mobility issues.

Funding Options

We understand that accessing speech pathology services can be a challenge for many individuals and families. That's why we offer services under a range of funding options, including:

• Self-funding: Private clients can access our services directly without the need for insurance or government-funded programs.
• Private Health Insurance: We are recognized by most private health insurance providers, allowing individuals to claim a portion of our services.
• Medicare: As a registered Medicare provider, we offer bulk-billed services for eligible clients.
• NDIS: We provide services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme, including plan managed and self-managed plans.
• Department for Child Protection: We work closely with the Department for Child Protection to support the communication needs of children and families.

At JM Speech Pathology, We Believe

At the heart of our work is a deep commitment to the principles of socially inclusive practice. We believe that words have the power to change worlds and that every individual deserves the opportunity to communicate effectively. Our team is dedicated to working in partnership with clients to develop positive relationships, support client-centred goals, and empower individuals, families, and communities to thrive.