Speech Pathology at Tall Timbers

Speech Pathology – Supporting Communication, Connection and Everyday Life

Speech pathology supports people of all ages to communicate, understand, connect and participate in daily life in ways that feel authentic and meaningful to them.

Our Speech Pathology service is for children, teenagers and adults, with and without disability. We support people across a wide range of communication, language, literacy, interaction and swallowing needs, always using a neurodiversity-affirming approach that respects individual differences and values lived experience.

You don’t need to know exactly what speech pathology is, or what kind of support is needed, to reach out — we’re here to help you work that out together.

What Is Speech Pathology?

Speech pathologists support more than just speech. We work with people around:

• Expressing thoughts, needs and ideas
• Developing vocabulary and grammar
• Understanding language and instructions
• Speech clarity and pronunciation
• Literacy (reading, writing and spelling)
• Social communication and interaction
• Stuttering
• Using AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)
• Feeding and swallowing
• Voice difficulties
• Learning about your communication style and neurotype
• Developing self-advocacy skills and communicating emotions
• Navigating communication at school, work, home and in the community

You don’t need a diagnosis or referral to access support. If communication, interaction, feeding or understanding feels hard for you or your loved one— or you’re simply looking to build confidence and skills — speech pathology may help.

Types of Sessions & Services

We offer flexible, personalised speech pathology services for all ages, designed to support communication, connection and participation:

• Individual Sessions– In the clinic, therapy garden or online, tailored to your goals.
• Equine-Assisted Speech Pathology– Collaborative sessions with our equine service, including horse-related activities to support engagement, regulation and communication (where evaluated as suitable for your needs and goals)
• Parent & Carer Coaching– Practical strategies and guidance to empower families and support systems in everyday life.
• Group Programs– For disability day programs, schools and aged care services, supporting communication, interaction and engagement, with optional equine integration.
• Professional Development– Customised training for teachers, support workers and health teams on communication, neurodiversity-affirming practice and collaboration.
• Supervision & Mentoring– Support for speech pathologists and other allied health professionals to build skills in neuro-affirming, interdisciplinary practice.

Our Approach & Collaborative Care

We take a whole-person, whole-environment approach, recognising that communication is shaped by daily life, relationships and situations.

Our work is neurodiversity affirming. We don’t aim to change who someone is — instead, we support communication in ways that respect identity, value difference and build on strengths.

Sessions are personalised, practical and meaningful. You are the expert in your own life. We value your knowledge, experiences and priorities, and we work together to set meaningful goals that actually matter to you.

We also take a collaborative approach, working together with family, schools, carers, workplaces and allied health professionals to provide coordinated, holistic support.

Meet Our Speech Pathologist

Our Speech Pathology service is led by Chloe Garrett, an experienced speech pathologist who has worked across private practice, NDIS services, schools, preschools, hospitals, not-for-profit organisations and university clinics. She also has experience as a clinical educator and lecturer, supporting the next generation of speech pathologists.

Chloe supports people of all ages, with particular passion for supporting neurodivergent children and adults, including individuals with complex disability. She also loves working with individuals whose communication or swallowing has been impacted by injury, stroke or progressive conditions. Her practice is grounded in lived experience, ongoing professional development and current research.

Chloe has a strong interest in family and caregiver education and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, recognising that communication is best supported when families, carers and professionals work together.Above all, she is committed to creating affirming, engaging and meaningful therapy that empowers people to communicate and connect in ways that feel authentic to them.

Getting Started

Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your child, or someone you care for, we’d love to meet you.

To learn more or get started, please contact the team. We look forward to supporting you to communicate, connect and thrive.