Speech Pathology & Occupational Therapy near Canterbury
Innerlink Therapy provides Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy for children, teenagers and adults from our clinic in nearby Belmore.
Clients from Canterbury can access assessment and therapy for communication, speech, language, literacy, swallowing, sensory processing, emotional regulation, executive functioning, fine and gross motor skills, handwriting and everyday participation.
Our experienced Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists provide individualised support based on each person’s strengths, needs and goals.
Speech Pathology near Canterbury
Speech Pathology can support people who experience difficulties with communication, speech, language, literacy, fluency, voice or swallowing.
Our Speech Pathologists work with children, teenagers and adults in areas including:
Assessment can help identify communication strengths and difficulties and guide recommendations for therapy and practical support.
Learn more about our Speech Pathology services.
Occupational Therapy near Canterbury
Occupational Therapy supports people to participate more successfully and independently in everyday activities.
Our Occupational Therapists may provide assessment and therapy for:
Therapy goals are individualised and focus on activities that are meaningful to the person and their everyday life.
Learn more about our Occupational Therapy services.
Supporting Young Children
Early childhood involves rapid development in communication, movement, play, social interaction and independence.
Parents may seek Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy when they have concerns about their child’s speech, language, communication, motor development, sensory processing, emotional regulation or ability to participate in everyday activities.
Our therapists work collaboratively with families to understand their concerns and develop practical goals and strategies.
Support may occur at our Belmore clinic, through Telehealth where appropriate, or within preschool or other settings when these services are available.
Learn more about Supporting Young Children.
Support for School-Age Children and Teenagers
School places increasing demands on communication, literacy, attention, organisation, handwriting, motor skills and independence.
Speech Pathology may support students with language, literacy, speech, fluency and social communication.
Occupational Therapy may assist with handwriting, fine motor skills, sensory processing, emotional regulation, executive functioning, organisation and classroom participation.
For teenagers, therapy may increasingly focus on independence, self-advocacy, communication, planning and skills that support participation in secondary school and everyday life.
School and Preschool Visits around Canterbury
Innerlink Therapy may provide Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy visits to schools and preschools in Canterbury and surrounding suburbs.
Seeing a child within their educational environment can help therapists understand how communication, sensory, motor, attention or learning needs affect everyday participation.
Where appropriate, our therapists can collaborate with parents, educators and other professionals to develop practical strategies that can be incorporated into everyday routines.
School and preschool visits depend on therapist availability, location and the requirements of the educational setting.
Learn more about School and Preschool supports.
AAC and Alternative Ways to Communicate
Some people benefit from using communication methods in addition to, or instead of, speech.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) can include signs, symbols, communication boards, written communication, communication applications and speech-generating devices.
Our Speech Pathologists can assess functional communication needs and help identify appropriate AAC strategies or systems where required.
AAC support may also involve parents, carers, teachers and other important communication partners.
Learn more about AAC
Sensory Processing, Emotional Regulation and Executive Functioning
Sensory processing and executive functioning can influence how a person manages everyday activities and environments.
Our Occupational Therapists may support clients who experience difficulties managing sensory information, regulating emotions, organising themselves, starting tasks, remembering instructions, planning activities or managing time.
Therapy focuses on understanding how these challenges affect the individual and developing practical strategies that can be used in everyday situations.
Learn more about Sensory Processing, and Executive Functioning.
Support for Adults
Innerlink Therapy also provides Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy for adults from Canterbury and surrounding areas.
Adults may access Speech Pathology for communication, speech, voice or swallowing difficulties, including support following stroke, brain injury or neurological conditions.
Occupational Therapy may support everyday activities, routines, independence and participation at home and in the community.
Assessment and therapy are tailored to the person’s individual needs and goals.
Learn more about services for Adults.
Telehealth Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy
Telehealth may provide a convenient alternative to attending our Belmore clinic for some Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy services.
Suitable clients can connect with their therapist from home using secure video technology.
Telehealth may be used for therapy, consultation, parent or carer support, strategy development and some assessments depending on the person’s needs and the service being provided.
For Canterbury families, this can provide additional flexibility when travelling to the clinic is difficult or when therapy can be effectively delivered within the home environment.
Not every service is suitable for Telehealth. Our team can discuss whether in-person appointments, Telehealth or a combination of both may be appropriate.
Learn more about Telehealth.
Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Working Together
Some clients have needs that cross more than one area of development or everyday participation.
A child experiencing language or literacy difficulties, for example, may also experience challenges with handwriting, sensory processing, organisation or emotional regulation.
Having Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists within the same practice allows clinicians to collaborate where this is appropriate.
Each person’s assessment and therapy recommendations remain individualised, and not every client requires support from both disciplines.
Travelling from Canterbury to Our Belmore Clinic
Innerlink Therapy is located at Shop 1, 41–43 Knox Street, Belmore NSW 2192, providing a nearby clinic option for individuals and families travelling from Canterbury.
By car: Canterbury is a short drive from our Belmore clinic. Travel times vary depending on traffic, and unrestricted street parking is available around the clinic.
By public transport: Public transport services connect the Canterbury and Belmore areas. Because routes and timetables may change, we recommend checking the Transport for NSW Trip Planner when planning your appointment.
Our clinic provides dedicated Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy spaces in a comfortable and welcoming environment.
Funding Options
Depending on eligibility and individual circumstances, clients may access services through:
- NDIS funding
- Medicare referrals
- Private health insurance
- Private payment
Innerlink Therapy is a registered NDIS provider and supports NDIA-managed, plan-managed and self-managed participants.
Our Client Care Team can discuss funding arrangements when you enquire about an appointment.
Learn more about Funding options.
Why Choose Innerlink Therapy?
Clients from Canterbury may choose Innerlink Therapy for:
- Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy within one practice
- Services for children, teenagers and adults
- Individualised assessment and therapy
- Evidence-based approaches
- AAC and functional communication support
- Sensory processing and executive functioning support
- School and preschool visits where available
- Adult communication and swallowing services
- Telehealth where clinically appropriate
- NDIS, Medicare and private health options
- An established clinic in nearby Belmore
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I contact Innerlink Therapy if I am unsure whether my child needs an assessment? Yes. You do not need to know exactly which assessment or therapy service your child requires before contacting us. Our Client Care Team can discuss your concerns and help determine an appropriate next step.
Does Innerlink Therapy help children with literacy and reading difficulties? Speech Pathologists may support children experiencing difficulties with language and literacy skills. The appropriate assessment or therapy will depend on the child’s individual needs and the factors contributing to their difficulties.
Can therapy goals relate to everyday activities at home? Yes. Therapy goals can address skills that affect everyday participation at home, school and in the community. Therapists may also provide practical strategies for parents or carers to incorporate into everyday routines.
Is Telehealth available if attending the Belmore clinic is difficult? Telehealth may be available for suitable Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy services. Whether Telehealth is appropriate depends on the client’s needs, goals and the type of assessment or therapy required.
Can Innerlink Therapy communicate with other professionals involved in my child’s care? Where appropriate and with the necessary consent, our therapists may collaborate with educators and other professionals involved in a client’s support. Collaboration can help ensure strategies and goals are relevant across different environments.
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