Speech Pathology

Speech Pathologists are part of the allied health group and have completed a minimum of a bachelor’s degree at university. They use evidence-based assessments and therapies to
assess, diagnose and treat communication and/or swallowing disorders. 

At Osana Speech Pathology, services are provided for all ages, children, teenagers and adults.

Speech pathologists, work with individuals of all ages who experience difficulties with:

• Communication Disorders
• Speaking
• Listening
• Language issues e.g. reading, writing, social skills
• Voice concerns including stuttering
• Swallowing and feeding problems

The key aspects of Speech Pathology:

• Speech Sound Disorders: Difficulty producing speech sounds correctly (e.g., articulation difficulties, stuttering). 
• Language Disorders: Problems with understanding and using language (e.g., receptive and expressive language delays or disorders). 
• Fluency Disorders: Stuttering and other disruptions in the flow of speech. 
• Social Communication: Difficulty with social interaction and communication skills. 
• Voice Disorders: Problems with vocal quality, pitch, or loudness. 
• Swallowing and Feeding Disorders: Speech pathologists also address difficulties with swallowing (dysphagia) that can affect a person’s ability to eat and drink safely.