Apex Speech & Language

23/02/2025

Ever heard of Muscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD)? 🗣️

This voice disorder happens when the muscles around the voice box have been misused or used in excess. It can cause a rough, breathy, or strained voice.

MTD can affect anyone, especially those who use their voice a lot—like teachers, singers, or health professionals. Want to learn more? Swipe through to find out! 🎤✨

31/01/2025

✨ Exciting News! ✨ Apex Speech & Language is offering a FREE online webinar on Communication in Early Childhood 🎉

👶🗣️ Learn about key communication milestones, red flags, and practical tips to support your child’s language development with Speech Pathologist Cherie Finocchiaro. Plus, stick around for a live Q&A session at the end!

📅 Date: Friday, 28 February 2025
⏰ Time: 7 PM (AEDT)
📍 Where: Online via Google Meet

❓ Can’t make it on the day? Don’t worry! A recording will be available for one week after the event.

🔗 Register now by scanning the QR code or contacting us at 📞 0480 669 343.

Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights into your child’s speech and language development!

🗣️ Personalised, client-centered speech pathology services
🫂 Supporting clients of all ages
📅 Appointments available now!
📞 Contact Us Below!

22/01/2025

This February, we’re excited to launch our next mini-series: Apex Out & About! 🌍✨

Whether you’re at the park, the shops, or on an adventure, we’ll share practical tips to help you turn everyday outings into language-learning moments. Stay tuned for easy ways to boost your child’s language skills while exploring the world together!

20/01/2025

Stuttering isn’t always easy to define. 🗣️

It can involve repeating sounds, stretching them out, or feeling ‘stuck’ when speaking. It’s different for everyone and can affect confidence and communication, but it doesn’t define a person’s abilities.

When talking with someone who stutters, be patient, listen without interrupting, and give them time. Respect and understanding make all the difference. 💬

Swipe to learn more about stuttering and how to support those who stutter.

31/12/2024

🎉 Happy New Year from Apex Speech! 🎉

As we wrap up an incredible year, we want to thank our amazing clients, families, and community for your support in 2024. Here's to more growth, connection, and communication breakthroughs in the year ahead! 🌟

Enjoy the celebrations, and we can’t wait to see you in 2025! 🎊

24/12/2024

Now that you know about language milestones, let’s talk sounds! 🗣️

Did you know some consonants, like ‘p’ and ‘m,’ are early starters, while others, like ‘r’ and ‘th,’ love to take their time? ⏳

Curious about when your child might master different speech sounds? Check out this post for a breakdown—and remember, every little voice develops at its own pace! 🌟

14/12/2024

Good news! 🎉

Apex Speech & Language will be open throughout the holidays to support you with your communication concerns.

We're only closed on 24th – 26th December and 31st December – 1st January.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season! 🌟

07/12/2024

💡 Language Tip of the Week: Describing

🎨 Use features like color, size, shape, and function to describe objects—research shows this improves vocabulary and comprehension.
👉 E.g., “It’s a big, green, round ball that bounces!”
🧠 Boost vocabulary by providing rich, detailed descriptions that help children make connections between words and concepts.
🗂️ Support categorisation by grouping objects based on similar features, which enhances organisation and recall skills.
🌟 Encourage flexible language use, as learning to describe builds their ability to explain and talk about the world in detail.

Describing helps children develop a deeper understanding of language and how it works! 🗣️

07/12/2024

Wondering what your child should be saying or understanding at their age? 🗣️

Read this post to discover key communication milestones for ages 1 to 5! 🌟

30/11/2024

The magic of the green table! 💚

At Apex Speech, this isn’t just a table—it’s a world of endless possibilities. 🎶 One moment, it’s a stage for music and singing. 🛒 The next, it’s a bustling shop for role play. 🧩 Or maybe it’s a mix-and-match station for creativity and connection.

Whatever it becomes, the green table is where communication, imagination, and learning come to life. 🌟 What will it be today?

22/11/2024

Play, chat, explore! 🎲🗣️

At Apex Speech, our early language assessments are all about making learning fun and interactive. Through play-based activities, we discover how your child communicates, learns, and engages with the world around them.

It’s not just an assessment—it’s a chance for us to understand their unique strengths and needs in a relaxed, supportive environment. Together, we’ll create a plan to help their language skills soar! 🌟

16/11/2024

Knock, knock, knock! 🚪

Step through the green gate and knock on the burgundy door - you're in the right place! Our welcoming reception is ready to greet you, with a cozy bookshelf full of stories and toys to keep little hands busy while you wait.

Soon, you’ll meet Miss Cherie, our Principal Speech Pathologist, who’s excited to help you take the next step in your communication journey. Whether you’re here for yourself or someone you care about, we’re thrilled to see you! 🌟