Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology Truganina — Helping Kids Find Their Voice
Warm, playful speech therapy for children in Truganina, Melbourne's west and across Australia via telehealth. We help kids communicate with confidence at home, school and in the community.
Why families choose Hop & Learn for speech
Paediatric-Only
Speech pathology designed just for children, from toddlers to teens.
OT + Speech Together
Our speech pathologists work closely with OTs for joined-up goals.
Flexible Locations
In-clinic in Melbourne's west, community visits, or telehealth Australia-wide.
NDIS Friendly
Self-managed and plan-managed participants welcome; we help with goals and reports.
Play-Based & Evidence-Informed
Therapy that feels like play but is grounded in current research.
What speech therapy can help your child with
Clearer speech sounds
So family, teachers and friends can understand what your child is trying to say.
Stronger language skills
Understanding instructions, building sentences and telling stories with more detail.
Confidence at school
Support for early literacy, vocabulary and classroom participation.
Smoother talking
Strategies for stuttering and fluency so talking feels easier and less frustrating.
Social connection
Practising conversation, turn-taking and play skills so friendships are easier.
Less stress for families
Clear home practice ideas so you know exactly how to support your child.
Common communication goals we see
Speech Sounds & Clarity
- Difficulties saying certain sounds (like "r", "s", "k", "g") or being "hard to understand"
- Patterns like leaving sounds off the ends of words or swapping one sound for another
Understanding & Using Language
- Trouble following instructions, answering questions or understanding stories
- Limited vocabulary for their age or short, simplified sentences
Early Communication & Play
- Late talking, limited babble, or not using many words by preschool age
- Challenges with pretend play, joint attention or copying songs and actions
Social Communication
- Finding it hard to take turns in conversation, stay on topic, or read social cues
- Support for autistic or neurodivergent children using neuro-affirming practice
Stuttering & Fluency
- Repeating sounds or words, getting "stuck" on words
- Avoiding talking in certain situations
Literacy Foundations
- Early support for sound awareness, letter-sound links
- Narrative skills to help reading and spelling
Is Hop & Learn speech therapy right for your child?
Speech pathology may help if you've noticed one or more of these:
- People often ask your child to repeat themselves or "slow down".
- Your child gets frustrated when others don't understand them.
- Teachers have raised concerns about language, literacy or classroom participation.
- Your child is a "late talker" or uses fewer words than peers.
- Your child is neurodivergent and needs gentle support to communicate in ways that feel safe and authentic to them.
We work with toddlers, preschoolers, primary-aged kids and teens, tailoring sessions to each child's stage, interests and strengths.
Not sure if speech therapy is needed? You're welcome to contact us for an honest chat.
Playful, family-centred, neuro-affirming
Play First
We use games, books, songs and everyday routines so therapy feels fun and meaningful, not like a test.
Family Partnership
You know your child best. We include you in sessions, set shared goals and give practical strategies for home and school.
Joined-Up Care
Our speech pathologists and OTs share notes and collaborate so communication, regulation and daily skills are supported together.
Flexible Environments
Clinic-based sessions in Truganina, community visits by arrangement, and telehealth for families across Australia.
In-clinic in Truganina & telehealth across Australia
Truganina Clinic
Our child-friendly clinic is an easy drive from Tarneit, Hoppers Crossing, Williams Landing and surrounding suburbs in Wyndham and Melbourne's west.
Telehealth Australia-wide
Sessions via secure video with interactive activities and strong parent coaching so you feel confident between appointments.
Funding & NDIS
We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants and can provide reports and goal updates as needed.
Your speech therapy journey
Get in Touch
Complete our online referral form or contact our admin team. Tell us about your child, your concerns and your goals.
Initial Assessment
Your speech pathologist will meet you and your child, chat through your concerns and complete play-based assessment activities.
Your Personalised Plan
We'll explain the assessment findings in plain language, share clear goals and agree on a therapy plan that fits your family.
Ongoing Therapy & Reviews
Sessions focus on building skills step by step. We'll keep reviewing progress together and adjust goals as your child grows.
Families we've supported
"Our daughter is finally excited to read out loud. The sessions feel like play, but her confidence has grown so much."
Sarah M.
Truganina
Based on 6 reviews from Google
Sarah M.
2 months ago
"The whole team has been amazing with our son. He's so much more confident now and actually enjoys going to therapy! The therapists are patient, creative and genuinely care about every child."
David L.
3 months ago
"Finally found a clinic that really understands our daughter. The communication between OT and Speech is seamless. We've seen incredible progress in just a few months."
Priya R.
1 month ago
"We've seen such great progress with handwriting and regulation. The strategies work at home and school. Highly recommend Hop & Learn to any family in the west!"
Sarah M.
2 months ago
"The whole team has been amazing with our son. He's so much more confident now and actually enjoys going to therapy! The therapists are patient, creative and genuinely care about every child."
David L.
3 months ago
"Finally found a clinic that really understands our daughter. The communication between OT and Speech is seamless. We've seen incredible progress in just a few months."
Priya R.
1 month ago
"We've seen such great progress with handwriting and regulation. The strategies work at home and school. Highly recommend Hop & Learn to any family in the west!"
