Step 1: Contact Keiko

Let Keiko know about your speech, language, and/or social communication related concerns. Keiko will respond with information regarding assessment, her availability, and fees.

Prior to therapy it is important to assess speech, language, and social communication skills so that practical therapy goals can be discussed and developed. If you schedule an assessment with Keiko, you will be asked to complete a General Information form which will include information about your child’s developmental history if applicable. Previous assessment reports and/or letters from doctors and allied health professionals can be attached. Any information you provide will be managed and stored securely. For information about Privacy & Confidentiality, click here.

Step 2: Initial Assessment

The initial assessment is usually conducted at home or via telehealth (using Zoom) and takes approximately 1.5 hours to 2 hours. Assessment includes an interview with parent(s)/carers to obtain relevant developmental information including medical/health information. It involves observation of play and/or interaction with parent(s)/carers for children; and assessment of speech, language and social communication skills. Following assessment, you will receive a Speech Pathology Assessment Report by email, including assessment results and recommendations.

Step 3: Therapy sessions

Speech Pathology intervention/therapy will be based on recommendations from the initial assessment. Therapy will focus on language and social communication difficulties in everyday situations and will take into account each individual's needs. Therapy may involve play skills and peer interaction for pre-schoolers and school age children, or social communication skills for teenagers and young adults. Parents/carers will be regarded as important agents of change for their child and will be supported and coached in strategies to assist their child’s progress in positive and practical ways.