Talking About Group Therapy
May 14, 2019
Here at Small TALK we love being able to offer an array of group therapy programs. Group therapy can play a significant part in a
Here at Small TALK we love being able to offer an array of group therapy programs. Group therapy can play a significant part in a
April is Autism Awareness Month Instead of educating the community about the challenges of people on the autism spectrum we wanted to shed some light
Is your child a “Master Builder”? Do they love creating their own buildings, worlds and playsets? Lego®, Duplo®, Meccano, Zoobs, Nanoblocks, Stickle Bricks, or even
In the world of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) there are lots of myths about its limitations and barriers. Here we’ll look at 7 of
What is Phonological Awareness? Phonological awareness is the ability to hear, identify and say the separate parts of words such as rhymes, and letter sounds. Phonemic
For many families, having concerns about your child’s talking can be the start of a journey to enhance your child’s communication skills with the help
ISAAC 2018 – top take homes and resources from the conference Our therapist, Bec Shelton, was lucky enough to attend the International Society for Augmentative
What is Stuttering? Stuttering is a speech disorder which affects the fluency or flow of speech. Stuttered speech is characterised by repeated movements and
Many parents understand the importance of book reading each day with their child but… What happens if your child doesn’t like books? How do you
It’s cold outside! For most of us, this can make it hard to get motivated (or get out of a toasty warm bed in the
At Small TALK, we love books and we love reading! Did you know – Reading to your child for 15 minutes each day will provide
This months blog is a mixed bag on all things literacy. We talk about early literacy skills, reading and writing disabilities, and why it is
What’s so important about play? Play isn’t just great for occupying kids so that you can get the chores done. It’s really important for child
Family life is busy and chaotic! School, work, social and sporting commitments can be quite a juggling act. Parents often feel responsible for making sure
Finding motivation (for your child) a little hard to come by? Tips to find the ‘drive’ to get the most out of your speech therapy!
Would your child benefit from using visuals in the classroom? Here are our tips and resources for using visuals within the school environment to help
Are you ready for the mayhem of Christmas? Are you ready for the stampede of toys that will rush into your home? With school holiday’s
Puppets are a classic toy, loved by both children and adults. Whether your child uses ‘traditional’ puppets, or ‘digital’ (app-based) puppets, there are many language
Bec Shelton, Speech Pathologist, shares her top tips for getting the most out of AAC in play. When first starting out with AAC, it can
So you’ve been told that your child has Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). But what does that mean? And how is it different from Timmy’s
People with communication difficulties may feel frustrated, angry or even embarrassed when they try to communicate their needs, ideas, and opinions. Imagine if nothing you said was
Being able to identify the emotions of those around you is an important social skill for both children and adults. Understanding the “hidden messages” sent
Have you ever been handed a report from a Speech Pathologist and found it almost impossible to understand with all of the Speech Pathology terms
Preschool can sometimes be a confronting time for parents as they compare their child to others their age, sometimes for the first time. For some
How do I teach him some words? So your beautiful little baby has grown into an adorable toddler. You’ve been playing the guessing game of
Mr Potato Head toys are a firm family favourite and can be found in many homes, day cares and preschools. Children and adults alike enjoy
Apps are a fun and interactive way to build language, but with over 2 million apps available in the iTunes store alone, it can sometimes
Watching movies and TV shows is a favourite past time of many children. With the widespread use of the internet, many children have become quite
Do your kids get involved in the cooking? How great would it be if your kids could cook you dinner!? Or make you an afternoon
With the wind and chill of winter officially upon us, and the school holidays almost completely rained out, you may be finding yourself trapped in
After 14 wonderful years of supporting children and families, Small TALK Speech Therapy will officially close on 19th December 2024.
We are deeply grateful for the trust and support of our clients, families, and community over the years. It has been an honor to be part of your journeys.
Even after our closure, you can continue to access the Shop and Blogs tabs on our website for helpful resources and insights. For additional support, visit Speech Pathology Resources (SPR).
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your lives. 
