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Early Start Australia Buderim, QLD
Supporting your therapy journey on the Sunshine Coast. If you'd like to book an appointment or simply have a question call 1300 372 439 or make an enquiry today.
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Early Start Australia Buderim
At Early Start Australia Buderim, we provide supportive, family-centred therapy services to help children, adolescents, parents, carers, and families thrive.
Our Buderim clinic offers expert occupational therapy, speech pathology, psychology and assessments and therapy for children, adolescents, parents, carers, and families in and around Buderim, and the Sunshine Coast.
Whether you’re seeking early intervention, developmental support, or specialised care, our team is here to help.
If you’d like to book an appointment or simply have a question, call 1300 372 439 or make an enquiry today.
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Clinic contact details
2/60 Wises Road
Buderim QLD 4556
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Therapy services to help you thrive
For nearly four years, Early Start Australia Buderim has been supporting children, adolescents, parents, carers, and families throughout the Sunshine Coast region.
As we continue to grow, we’re excited to announce that we’re moving to a new location in June, ensuring even better accessibility and services for our clients.
At Early Start Australia Buderim, we are committed to providing exceptional therapy services tailored to children, adolescents, and families.
We’re easy to find
Currently located in Buderim, our clinic is easy to get to by public transport and is close to other community services.
Our new location will maintain this accessibility while providing enhanced facilities to improve the supports we offer you.
There’s also plenty of parking at our clinic, making your visits as easy as possible.
Get directionsSupport from 1 to 18 years, for all needs and abilities
Our multidisciplinary team at Early Start Australia Buderim is experienced in delivering therapy for infants, children, and young people aged 1 to 18.
Our passionate health professionals are dedicated to empowering families and fostering self-management skills for the future.
From simple to complex challenges, we offer proven solutions for a range of needs and conditions, including:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Fragile X syndrome
- Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)
- Developmental language disorder (DLD)
- Developmental coordination disorder (DCD)
- Speech sound disorders
We welcome clients with NDIS-funded plans, privately-funded services, and care plans, ensuring accessibility and comprehensive care for all families.
We offer a variety of therapy options, prioritising the individual needs of each person:
- Occupational therapy (OT): Supporting motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living skills.
- Speech therapy: Addressing speech, language, and communication challenges.
- Assessments and therapy: Tailored therapy plans, including DLD assessments, to guide effective intervention.
- Psychology: Providing emotional and behavioural support to promote well-being.
- ADHD, cognitive and autism assessments: Comprehensive evaluations to support diagnosis and personalised intervention strategies.
How we can help your child
From early intervention support to therapy services, we offer tailored plans that support your child’s development.
Meet our team of experts
Our therapists bring specialised training and expertise to give you the highest standard of care:
- ADOS-trained therapists: Experts in autism assessments and interventions.
- Hanen-trained therapists: Specialising in early language development for children and families.
- Sensory integration therapists: Focused on helping children navigate sensory challenges.
- SOS feeding-trained therapists: Skilled in addressing feeding difficulties in children.
Our team’s diverse qualifications ensure every child receives personalised and effective support.
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What you can expect at Early Start Australia Buderim
- Evidence-informed practices: We use the latest research to guide our therapy methods, ensuring everyone receives effective and trusted care.
- Family-centred care: Families are at the heart of everything we do. Our therapy plans are designed collaboratively, ensuring your family feels empowered and involved every step of the way.
- Specialised sensory integration services: Our occupational therapists are skilled in sensory integration, helping your child navigate and adapt to sensory challenges for improved daily functioning.
- DIR-trained therapists: Our team includes therapists trained in the Developmental, Individual Differences, Relationship (DIR) model, helping your child grow through meaningful relationships and tailored approaches.
- Neurodiverse affirming approach: We celebrate neurodiversity and work to create a supportive, affirming environment for all our clients.
- Flexible service delivery: In addition to our clinic-based therapy, you can also receive therapy sessions in various settings, including telehealth, home visits, in-school support, and community-based services.
It’s this combination of expertise and a compassionate approach that makes us a trusted choice for families in the Sunshine Coast area.
Programs
At our clinic, we offer a range of tailored programs designed to support your child’s development and enhance their skills in engaging and meaningful ways:
- Interoception: Helping a child build awareness of their internal body signals and develop emotional regulation skills.
- Talk-About Social Skills: Focused on improving social interaction, communication, and teamwork in various settings.
- LEGO-based therapy: Encouraging collaboration, problem-solving, and social skills through structured LEGO play sessions.
- Hanen More Than Words: Empowering you to support your child’s language and social communication development, especially for children with ASD or social communication difficulties.
- Lidcombe Program: Providing effective therapy for preschool children with stuttering, guided by trained therapists.
Please note that we currently do not offer programs like ESDM (Early Start Denver Model), Secret Agent Society, or PEERS (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) at this location.
Surrounding areas we serve
Our clinic attracts clients from a wide range of locations, including:
- Buderim
- Caboolture
- Gympie
- Hervey Bay
- Maroochydore
- Mountain Creek
- Palmview
- Palmwoods
- Sippy Downs
We’re dedicated to making our services available to families across the Sunshine Coast and beyond.
Let’s get started on your therapy journey
Starting therapy can often be a confusing and challenging time. If you are not sure where to start, that’s ok. We’ll be here to guide you when you’re ready.
Call us on 07 5302 6878 or complete the enquiry form. We’ll contact you to discuss your needs and goals and discuss how we can best support you.
Clinic contact details
2/60 Wises Road
Buderim QLD 4556
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Opening hours
Monday : 8am - 5.30pm
Tuesday : 8am - 5.30pm
Wednesday : 8am - 5.30pm
Thursday : 8am - 5.30pm
Friday : 8am - 4pm
Frequently asked questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about therapy services at Early Start Australia Buderim.
Meet the ESA Buderim team
Vanessa Heaton
Team Leader & Senior Speech Language Pathologist
Meet Vanessa, a vibrant and dedicated speech pathologist with a passion for unlocking the power of communication.
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Lindsay Phillips
Team Leader & Senior Occupational Therapist
Lindsay has vast experience in working with mental health, education and disability sectors but her passion and interests remain in early intervention, as she believes the earlier a child receives therapy, the better it is for the child’s development.
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Sally Platt
Senior Occupational Therapist
Sally is a passionate and experienced OT who loves meeting, building relationships and working with children and their families to help them overcome any difficulties or obstacles that they may be facing.
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Louise Skuthorpe
Senior Occupational Therapist
Louise is a dedicated and fun occupational therapist, with a passion for helping children and adolescents achieve their fullest potential through hands-on, engaging therapy. She has a particular interest in supporting children through play-based therapy and assistive technology, using tailored, meaningful sessions that align with each child’s unique goals and strengths.
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Zoe Lyttle
Occupational Therapist
Zoe has experience providing targeted assessment, ongoing therapy in the clinic, school, community and home environment, and with implementing group therapy programs such as prep readiness, Lego social/play skills, and feeding therapy groups, and executive functioning/social ‘cook and chat’ groups for teens.
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Nadine Wilson
Occupational Therapist
Nadine is a dedicated paediatric occupational therapist who is passionate about supporting children and adolescents to achieve their full potential. She enjoys creating fun, engaging, and meaningful activities that promote skill-building with clients.
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Eloise Hopgood
Speech Language Pathologist
Ellie completed a bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology at the University of Queensland in 2020.
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Sara Van Hooydonk
Speech Language Pathologist
Sara is a dedicated and enthusiastic speech pathologist, and is passionate about creating a supportive, engaging, and empowering environment for children to develop their communication skills.
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Amy Bourke
Speech Language Pathologist
Amy is dedicated to providing high-quality, holistic care and thrives in multidisciplinary team environments where collaboration is key to achieving the best outcomes for her clients.
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Mel Storey
Allied Health Assistant
Mel joined Early Start Australia as an Allied Health Assistant after a background in early childhood and teacher aide throughout schools in regional and south east Queensland.
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Bec Lawford
Lead Administrator
Bec is Buderim’s lead administrator and the energetic and bubbly heart of the clinic.
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