Ascent Speech Pathology

03/09/2025

Welcome to the brand new Ascent Speech Pathology website. We are so proud of it, take a look and let me know what you think. To get in contact with us go to www.ascentsp.com.au

24/08/2025

Robina Mind and Body Expo Saturday 23 August 2025

14/07/2025

We’re proud to announce that Ascent Speech Pathology is a finalist in the Professional Services category of the ! A heartfelt thank you to our incredible Gold Coast community for your support! 🎉

03/07/2025

Ascent Speech Pathology is in the running for the Outstanding Professional Services category in the 2025 Gold Coast Local Business Awards, and we’d love your support in getting there.

Want to know why this nomination matters and how you can support us?

Read the full story in our latest blog post

Whether you're a client, referrer, friend, or community supporter — your nomination means so much

🔗 Visit our website to learn more about what we do: www.ascentsp.com.au



https://www.ascentsp.com.au/post/support-our-nomination-ascent-speech-pathology-in-the-2025-local-business-awards

Ascent Speech Pathology is providing quality communication therapy for adults on the Gold Coast.

02/07/2025

Swallowing is something we rarely think aboutuntil it becomes difficult. In Parkinson’s, dysphagia is common and can lead to serious complications. Recognising the signs and working with a speech pathologist can help preserve safety and dignity.

Reference: Kalf, J. G., et al. (2012). Dysphagia in Parkinson’s disease: a systematic review. Parkinsonism & Related Disorders, 18(4), 311–317.

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01/07/2025

A soft or unclear voice doesn’t have to become your new normal. Parkinson’s-related speech changes are real but treatable. At Ascent we offer targeted support to help you speak clearly and be heard.

Reference: Duffy, J. R. (2013). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (3rd ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences.

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🌐 Learn more at www.ascentsp.com.au

20/06/2025

We’d Be Honoured by Your Nomination..

Ascent Speech Pathology is in the running for the Outstanding Professional Services category in the 2025 Gold Coast Local Business Awards, and we’d love your support in getting there.

If you’re a client, referrer, friend, or family member who values the work we do in adult speech therapy and community care, we’d truly appreciate it if you considered nominating us.

👉 Click here to nominate Ascent Speech Pathology:
https://thebusinessawards.com.au/78519/ascent-speech-pathology

Your nomination helps recognise the role of compassionate, evidence-based speech pathology across our Gold Coast community. Thank you for being part of our journey 💬✨

18/06/2025

When people think of Parkinson’s disease, they often think of tremors or movement issues.

But for many, the most life-altering symptoms are the ones we don’t see, slowed thinking, memory lapses, trouble concentrating, or difficulty planning day-to-day tasks.

These cognitive symptoms stem from changes in key brain areas, not just the movement centers. Recognizing them early makes a world of difference.

Ascent Speech Pathology offers comprehensive assessments to address cognitive health.
Reference: PMC. (n.d.). Neuroanatomical changes in Parkinson's disease in relation to cognition.

Retrieved from https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5052937/
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🌐 Learn more at www.ascentsp.com.au

12/06/2025

14/05/2025

These four are known as the “cardinal symptoms” of Parkinson’s.

Surprisingly, weakness isn’t on the list. That’s because it’s not a direct symptom, but rather a side effect of reduced movement.

Parkinson’s disease is often misunderstood as a condition that makes people “weak.” But clinically speaking, weakness is not a primary symptom of Parkinson’s.

Instead, it’s the lack of full movement, small steps, small gestures, and even a softer voice—that leads to muscle underuse and eventual deconditioning.

At Ascent Speech Pathology, we believe in educating our patients and their families with clear, evidence-based insights like this. When we understand that reduced activity, not the disease itself, is causing weakness, we can empower clients to take meaningful steps forward.

Knowledge is power!

🌐 Learn more about us at www.ascentsp.com.au
📍Visit our clinic now at Gold Coast.
📞DM or message us now. 0450 794 371

12/05/2025

Ever wonder why movement feels harder with Parkinson’s?

It all starts in the brain.

In Parkinson’s, the automatic motor system, the part that handles habitual movement, gets disrupted due to low dopamine. But here’s the empowering truth: the intentional motor system is still available to you!

With deliberate focus and mindful practice, you can regain more control over your movements than you thought possible. Reference picture: Voice Project

🎯 Intent over habit. Awareness over autopilot.

📍 Based on the Gold Coast
📞 Ready to refer or learn more?
📩 DM us or Visit ascentsp.com.au to partner with Ascent Speech Pathology.

12/05/2025

Ever wonder why movement feels harder with Parkinson’s?

It all starts in the brain.

In Parkinson’s, the automatic motor system, the part that handles habitual movement, gets disrupted due to low dopamine. But here's the empowering truth: the intentional motor system is still available to you!

With deliberate focus and mindful practice, you can regain more control over your movements than you thought possible.

🎯 Intent over habit. Awareness over autopilot.

📍 Based on the Gold Coast
📞 Ready to refer or learn more?
📩 DM us or Visit ascentsp.com.au to partner with Ascent Speech Pathology.