Business Details
23 Years
experience
Expert Speech Therapy for Children in Brisbane
Time to Talk is a dedicated paediatric speech pathology practice established in 2003, serving families across Brisbane West, South, and surrounding regions. Our team of experienced speech pathologists specialises in assessing and treating children with communication difficulties, including speech articulation, language development, literacy, social interaction challenges, and fluency disorders. We prioritise family-centred care, collaborating closely with parents, teachers, and other professionals to create tailored therapy plans that align with each child's unique needs.With clinics in Sumner and Pullenvale, plus mobile and telehealth services, we offer flexible solutions to ensure accessibility. Our therapists utilise evidence-based practices, such as The Lidcombe Program and Hanen Programs, while maintaining a playful, engaging approach to therapy. Over 18 years of experience have solidified our reputation as a trusted provider, committed to helping children achieve their full communication potential through compassionate, professional care.
Services
Speech/Articulation Therapy
Language Development
Teletherapy Sessions
Social Interaction Support
Fluency Disorders Treatment
Literacy/Phonological Awareness
Assessment Services
Mobile Speech Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Over 18 years of experience in paediatric speech pathology
- Team of passionate, certified speech pathologists with niche expertise
- Family-centred approach integrating home and school environments
- Flexible service delivery including telehealth and mobile visits
- Evidence-based practices like The Lidcombe Program and Hanen Programs
What people say
Experienced therapists
Engaging child-friendly sessions
Flexible service delivery
Strong parent collaboration
Effective telehealth options
Services
Speech/Articulation Therapy
We address speech sound disorders through play-based and structured interventions tailored to each child's developmental stage. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques to improve articulation and phonological awareness, incorporating home practice activities. Sessions focus on building confidence in sound production while maintaining engagement through games and interactive tools.
Language Development
Our specialists assess and treat receptive and expressive language delays using individualised programs. We target vocabulary expansion, sentence structure, narrative skills, and auditory processing through naturalistic and direct therapy approaches. Parent training ensures carryover into daily routines and educational settings.
Teletherapy Sessions
We deliver speech pathology services via secure video conferencing platforms, maintaining clinical effectiveness while offering flexibility. Teletherapy includes parent coaching, interactive digital resources, and home environment integration. This option suits families facing logistical challenges or preferring remote support.
Social Interaction Support
Our team addresses social communication difficulties through structured skill-building activities. We focus on turn-taking, conversational skills, nonverbal communication, and friendship development, particularly supporting children on the autism spectrum. Therapy incorporates role-play and real-world practice opportunities.
Fluency Disorders Treatment
We provide comprehensive assessment and management of fluency disorders using The Lidcombe Program for preschoolers and tailored strategies for older children. Therapy focuses on reducing disfluencies while building confidence in speaking situations through gradual exposure and self-monitoring techniques.
People
Sharon Powell
Speech Pathologist & Director
Founder of Time to Talk since 2003, Sharon has extensive experience in ASD support, speech sound disorders, and developmental language disorders. She combines clinical leadership with direct client care, mentoring team members while maintaining specialist caseloads.
Elizabeth Young
Speech Pathologist
Since joining in 2017, Elizabeth has developed expertise in school-based services and weekend therapy sessions. With a Masters in Developmental Linguistics, she brings analytical precision to assessments while maintaining a calm, supportive therapeutic environment for clients.
Danielle Hopper
Speech Pathologist
Our newest therapist, Danielle specialises in creating intensive school holiday programs. She combines private practice experience with innovative approaches to engage children, focusing on practical strategies that empower parents to support their child's communication development.
Questions
What age groups do you work with?
We support children from early language development stages through adolescence, tailoring interventions to each developmental phase.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, we provide teletherapy sessions via Zoom for families preferring remote options or facing logistical challenges.
What funding options are available?
We accept NDIS (Self/Plan Managed), Medicare CDM, private health funds, and offer tax-deductible services.
How do you involve parents in therapy?
Parents receive home programs, strategy training, and regular progress updates to reinforce skills between sessions.
What assessment processes do you use?
We employ play-based and formal assessments tailored to the child's age and needs, with follow-up sessions for detailed analysis when required.
Do you provide school-based services?
Yes, our mobile services include school and kindergarten visits to support children in their educational environments.
