Step 2 Allied Health provide neuro-affirming speech pathology services. We support people and families to communicate and improve their quality of life! ​This includes:
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• Speech sounds: : support to produce sounds to be better understood in conversation.
• Understanding language: support with following instructions, understanding questions, learning new ideas, and more.
• Spoken language: support with word finding, grammar, structuring sentences, answering questions, and more.
• Literacy: support to develop skills in reading, spelling, reading comprehension and written expression.
• Social Communication: support with interactions and social situations e.g. humour, body language, and implied meaning.
• AAC: ways to communicate other than speaking e.g. a communication device or board, key word sign, or gesture.
• Fluency: support with managing stuttering e.g. repeated sounds or words affecting communication.
• Adult Swallowing: assessment of adults' ability to swallow food and drink.

We are accepting referrals for adults who need a swallowing assessment. Anyone needing support with communication will be accepted onto our waitlist.

Please refer if you have concerns around your or your child's communication, and our speech pathologists can guide you.

Frequently Asked Questions

​Is my child too young to have Speech therapy?

​​It is never too early to access speech pathology services as communication starts from when we are born.  Your speech pathologist can guide you as to whether your child’s
presentation is age appropriate or if they would benefit from ongoing support.

​Will my child grow out of their communication differences?

Some communication differences may resolve on their own. However, we do not always know if and when this will happen. We do know that accessing speech pathology services earlier leads to better outcomes for the child. Therefore, it is best to seek access to speech pathology services when a concern arises. You can then speak to your speech pathologist about their recommendations.

​​What can I expect from speech pathology sessions?

Speech therapy focuses on working with the child or individual and their family to provide the tools to support the individual to achieve these goals. This means that individuals will achieve the best outcomes if they follow up on sessions at home as guided by their speech pathologist.