NDIS Funding
We provide services to clients who are plan managed or self managed through the NDIS. Our team can help guide you through accessing supports for communication therapy.
Speech Pathology & Speech Therapy Services Across Sydney
Empowering connection, celebrating uniqueness, building confidence
Professional Speech Pathologists Sydney
Welcome to As You Are Allied Health, based throughout Sydney on Bidjigal and Gadigal land. We provide affirming speech therapy services that empower individuals to communicate in ways that are both functional and meaningful to them.
Our approach is not just about therapy sessions; it’s a celebration of diversity, inclusion, and growth. We draw inspiration and knowledge from the lived experiences within the communities we serve.
Speech Pathology Australia Member
NDIS Plan/Self Managed Provider
Medicare Provider
Flexible Payment Options
Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach
Speech Pathology Services That Celebrate Difference
At You Are Allied Health, we don't try to "fix" people – we help them thrive as themselves. Our team combines clinical expertise with lived experience to provide genuinely understanding support.
- Caring Speech Pathologists
- Our qualified speech pathologists provide comprehensive speech therapy services using evidence-based practices tailored to neurodivergent individuals.
- Affirming Approach
- We embrace communication differences, such as autistic or ADHD communication styles, rather than trying to “fix” them. Our goal is to help you or your child communicate effectively while honouring your unique way of experiencing the world.
- Person-Centred Support
- We build therapy around real-life goals that matter to you – whether that's making friends, navigating school, or managing workplace communication challenges.
- Flexible Therapy Options
- Choose from our welcoming Leichhardt therapy space, mobile therapy at home or school, or convenient online sessions Australia-wide.
Supporting Communication
& Positive Mealtime Experiences
Language Development (12 months - 18 years)
Building language skills including vocabulary, sentence formation, storytelling, and comprehension through engaging, play-based approaches.Alternative Communication
Exploring communication tools beyond speech, including visual supports, AAC devices, and sign language for effective expression.Exploring Your Neurotype
Supportive conversations and assessments to better understand neurodivergent communication styles and strengths.Gestalt Language Processing
Support for those who learn language in chunks or scripts rather than individual words.Stuttering/Fluency Support
Evidence-based approaches to stuttering that focus on confidence and communication effectiveness.Speech Sound Development
Improving speech clarity and sound production for more confident communication.Feeding and Mealtime Support
Helping with sensory-based feeding challenges and expanding food repertoires with gentle, responsive approaches.Literacy Skills
Building reading and writing abilities through engaging, meaningful activities tailored to individual learning styles.Caregiver Coaching
Providing practical strategies for supporting communication development in everyday contexts.Advocacy and Education
Training for schools, childcares, and workplaces to create more inclusive communication environments.Autism and ADHD Support
Tailored communication strategies for autistic individuals and those with ADHD, focusing on building social interaction skills, managing sensory and attention differences, and developing confident communication approaches that honour individual strengths and learning styles.Social Skills Support
Building interpersonal communication abilities through structured practice, including conversation skills, non-verbal communication, and understanding social cues in various environments.
Costs and Funding Options
Medicare Rebates
Eligible clients can access Medicare rebates with a valid referral from their GP through the Chronic Disease Management Plan.
Private Health Insurance
Many private health insurance providers offer rebates for speech therapy services. We can provide receipts for your claims.
Commitment to Accessibility
At As You Are, we have a commitment to accessibility of services. Please don't hesitate to reach out to discuss flexible payment options tailored to your situation.
Our Speech Pathologist
Meet Bec and the As You Are Allied Health Team
At As You Are Allied Health, our team of passionate, neurodiversity-affirming speech pathologists brings a mix of clinical expertise, creativity, and lived experience to every session. We work collaboratively to understand each client’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals—because real progress starts with feeling seen, heard, and supported as you are.
Meet Our Full Team
I created As You Are Allied Health because I believe everyone deserves to be understood and to communicate effectively while being celebrated for who they are. With a background in Gender Studies before becoming a speech pathologist, I bring a unique perspective to supporting neurodivergent individuals of all ages. My approach combines professional expertise with lived experience as an AuDHD individual, helping me truly understand the people I support.
Anna is a compassionate therapist dedicated to revealing and celebrating the unique strengths in each client. She specialises in neurodivergent communication, gestalt language processing, early language development, literacy, and social communication support.
Chantelle takes a collaborative, creative approach to helping individuals communicate authentically. With expertise in early language development, stuttering, and feeding therapy, she combines her background in Nutrition and Health Communication to provide holistic support for clients of all ages.
Our Process
Your journey with us
1. Initial Chat
Have a free, no-pressure conversation about your needs and goals. We’ll explain our approach and how we might be able to help.
2. Personalised Assessment
Using child-friendly and person-centred methods, we’ll get to understand communication styles, strengths, and areas where support would be beneficial.
3. Begin Your Support Journey
Watch confidence grow as effective communication skills develop. Sessions typically start within 1-2 weeks.
Book Your Free Initial Chat
No obligation • 15-minute consultation • In-person or virtual options
Children | Teens & Adults | Feeding Therapy
Support Tailored to You
Speech Pathology Services for Children
Our child-led approach turns communication challenges into strengths through personalised, play-based therapy. We support children from 12 months to 18 years old, focusing on expressive language (talking), receptive language (understanding), and written language skills.
Speech Therapy for Teens & Adults
Whether you’re navigating social communication, seeking clearer speech, or developing workplace communication skills, we provide supportive, respectful therapy tailored to your goals.
Feeding Therapy by Qualified Speech Pathologists
Our experienced feeding therapists help with challenges around food textures, mealtime anxiety, and sensory-based feeding difficulties. We work with ‘fussy’ or ‘picky’ eaters using evidence-based, gentle approaches.
Ready to Embrace Communication With Confidence?
Having affirming communication support that celebrates you just as you are is just a conversation away. Embrace your fabulous self, tap into your inner fantastic, and join us at As You Are Allied Health for a journey of self-expression and growth.
Book Your Free Consultation
No obligation • 15-minute consultation • In-person or virtual options
Prefer to talk now? Call 0497 949 071
Common Questions
About Speech Therapy
Families are essential partners in the therapy process. We provide practical strategies you can use at home, regular updates on progress, and opportunities to observe and participate in sessions. Our goal is to empower you to support communication development in everyday life.
Yes! We collaborate closely with educators to ensure consistent support across environments. We can provide strategies for the classroom, attend school meetings, and help develop communication-supportive educational approaches.
We specialise in engaging reluctant communicators through child-led, play-based approaches. We follow your child’s interests and create activities they’ll enjoy, making therapy fun and meaningful so kids want to participate.
We also prioritise your child’s consent and emotional safety—there’s no pressure to join in before they’re ready. If your child isn’t quite ready for 1:1 sessions, we offer parent training and coaching so you can feel confident supporting their development at home until they are.
If you have concerns about your child’s speech clarity, language development, or communication skills, a professional assessment can help determine if support would be beneficial. Trust your instincts – you know your child best. We offer no-pressure initial consultations to discuss your concerns and help you decide on next steps.
Our neurodiversity-affirming approach recognises and respects neurological differences (such as autism, ADHD, and developmental language disorder) as natural variations in human diversity. Rather than trying to “fix” or change how someone communicates, we focus on building skills that help them express themselves effectively while honouring their unique way of experiencing the world.
Get in Touch
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In-Clinic Speech Therapy,
Mobile & At-Home Speech Therapy
We offer in-person speech therapy across Sydney’s Inner West and surrounds.
Visit us for face-to-face support at our conveniently located clinic: 📍 Leichhardt, Inner West Sydney
Inner West Sydney
- Annandale
- Ashfield
- Balmain
- Balmain East
- Birchgrove
- Camperdown
- Chiswick
- Concord
- Concord West
- Croydon
- Croydon Park
- Drummoyne
- Dulwich Hill
- Enmore
- Five Dock
- Haberfield
- Homebush
- Hurlstone Park
- Leichhardt
- Lewisham
- Lilyfield
- Marrickville
- Newtown
- Petersham
- Rozelle
- Russell Lea
- St Peters
- Stanmore
- Strathfield
- Summer Hill
- Sydenham
- Tempe
- Wareemba
Inner West Sydney
- Bellevue Hill
- Bondi
- Bronte
- Clovelly
- Coogee
- Darling Point
- Double Bay
- Dover Heights
- Edgecliff
- Elizabeth Bay
- Kensington
- Kingsford
- Maroubra
- Paddington
- Point Piper
- Potts Point
- Queens Park
- Randwick
- Rose Bay
- Rushcutters Bay
- Tamarama
- Vaucluse
- Watsons Bay
- Waverley
- Woollahra
Inner City / City Fringe
- Alexandria
- Chippendale
- Darlinghurst
- Eveleigh
- Forest Lodge
- Glebe
- Pyrmont
- Surry Hills
- Ultimo
Nearby Suburbs (Close to Inner West)
- Abbotsford
- Burwood
- Canada Bay
- Erskineville
Online & Telehealth Speech Therapy (Australia-Wide
We also offer convenient, flexible online speech therapy via secure video call — perfect for families across Sydney and regional areas.You can access online support if you’re located:- Outside our mobile visit area
- Interstate or regional NSW
- In need of flexible telehealth support (e.g., school, home, travel)