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Early Start Australia Camberwell
At Early Start Australia Camberwell, we provide supportive, family-centred therapy services that help children, adolescents, parents, carers, and families thrive.
At our Camberwell clinic, we are dedicated to supporting the Camberwell community in Melbourne through our wide range of therapy services.
Our team specialises in speech pathology, occupational therapy, and allied health assistant (AHA) sessions, providing tailored care to children, adolescents, parents, carers, and families.
Our team is here to give you compassionate, evidence-based care in a welcoming and supportive environment, helping your child and family on their path to improved wellbeing.
If you’d like to book an appointment or have any questions, call us at 1300 372 439 or make an enquiry today.
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Clinic contact details
Suite 1, 1221 Toorak Road
Camberwell VIC 3124
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Open Today: 9am - 5pmTherapy services to help you thrive
The team at Early Start Australia Camberwell has proudly served the local community for over 10–15 years.
With a strong foundation and commitment to delivering high-quality care, we continue to support families throughout Melbourne and beyond.
Beginning therapy with your child can seem like heading into the unknown, but with the right people at your side, it can be a highly effective and positive experience.
We’ll tailor your child’s therapy journey to best suit their circumstances and approach every session with optimism and the willingness to listen and share.
Sharing information and getting to know you and your family is key to making you feel comfortable about the process.
We’ll work with you at every stage to explain why we’re doing what we’re doing and to check that it’s in line with your expectations.
With multiple therapists and disciplines working together, we can provide comprehensive, collaborative, family-centred services to your child and family within one therapy centre.
We’re easy to find
Conveniently located in Camberwell, our clinic offers easy access to public transport, including nearby train stations.
We’re also close to cafes and parks, providing a great option for families attending community-based sessions.
We offer private parking at the rear of the building, along with on-street parking at both the front and back of the clinic for hassle-free visits.
Get directionsSupport from 0 to 17 years, for all needs and abilities
At Early Start Australia Camberwell, we specialise in supporting children and adolescents aged 0 to 17 with diverse needs and abilities, while providing resources and guidance for families and the wider community.
Who we help
Our clinic welcomes clients with a range of conditions and developmental needs, including:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Developmental delay
- Genetic conditions
- Literacy challenges
- Emotional regulation difficulties
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Speech sound disorders
- Fine and gross motor skills development
- Play and social interaction challenges
We also support young adults in their therapy journeys and will soon be able to offer ADOS assessments for autism diagnostics.
Our services
We believe in a holistic approach to care, tailoring our therapies to suit the unique needs of each individual.
Our services include:
- Speech pathology: Enhancing communication, language development, and addressing speech-related challenges.
- Occupational therapy (OT): Supporting sensory processing, motor skills, and emotional regulation.
- Allied health assistant (AHA) sessions: Providing valuable support and continuity of care alongside therapy programs.
- Group and individual sessions: Helping children build social skills through interactive group programs and tailored one-on-one therapy.
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 professional team
Our dedicated team brings a wealth of knowledge and specialised training to deliver high-quality care:
- Monica Garcia: Experienced AHA
- Emily Peters, Phoebe Case & Sarah Dayseela: Skilled therapists providing individualised therapy plans
- Viv Au & Jady Wong: Hanen More Than Words and Sounds Write trained therapists
- Stephen: Specialises in completing sensory profiles; soon to be ADOS trained
- Jade Farrell: Soon to be ADOS-trained therapist
- Camelle Kally: Hanen It Takes Two to Talk and More Than Words trained; Sounds Write trained; enjoys working with AAC
- Kath Keiper: Experienced speech pathologist
With their diverse expertise, our team ensures your child receives personalised and evidence-based care.
What you can expect at Early Start Australia Camberwell
At Early Start Australia Camberwell, our tailored approach and commitment to accessibility set us apart from other providers in the local area.
Families choose us because we offer:
- Flexible therapy options: Our services include speech pathology, occupational therapy, and allied health assistant (AHA) sessions delivered in-clinic, via telehealth, and mobile visits to homes, childcare centres, preschools, and schools. This ensures you can access therapy in ways that best suit your schedules and needs.
- Holistic care: We focus on addressing each person’s unique needs, helping your child and their family thrive with personalised and evidence-informed therapy plans.
- Community-centred support: We engage with the local community through services offered at nearby schools and centres, making therapy convenient and accessible.
Programs
At our Camberwell clinic, we offer a range of specialised programs designed to support children’s development and empower families.
These include:
Group programs
Tailored programs that change each term and holiday period, focusing on areas such as:
- Play skills
- Social interaction skills
- Emotional regulation
- Safety and hygiene
- Language development
- Fine and gross motor skills
Hanen programs
- It Takes Two to Talk: Designed for parents of young children with language delays, focusing on how to support communication development.
- More Than Words: Aimed at parents of children with autism spectrum disorder or social communication challenges, providing practical strategies to improve communication and social skills.
School/kindergarten professional development and training sessions
Equipping educators and caregivers with the skills to better support children’s development in educational settings.
Sounds Write literacy program
Evidence-based literacy intervention to support children with language-related learning challenges.
Surrounding areas we serve
Our clients come from a wide range of locations, including:
- Ashwood
- Balwyn
- Blackburn
- Bulleen
- Burwood
- Camberwell
- Chadstone
- Doncaster
- Forest Hill
- Glen Iris
- Glen Waverley
- Hawthorn
- Kew
- Malvern
- Mont Albert
- Mount Waverley
- Prahran
- Surrey Hills
- Toorak
- Vermont South
We’re proud to provide support to families across Melbourne’s suburbs.
Frequently asked questions
At Early Start Australia Camberwell, we aim to make your first visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
Here are answers to some common questions families might have.
If you have any other questions or specific needs, feel free to contact us before your appointment.
We’re here to ensure your experience is as smooth and enjoyable as possible!
Meet our principal at Camberwell
Camelle Kelly
Practice Principal
Camelle is a Speech Pathologist who is passionate about supporting children, young people, families and educators.
Camelle aims to create fun and individualised sessions for clients and she has an interest in early intervention supports and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Camelle has worked with children, teenagers and young adults in various settings.
She provides creative and engaging individual and group sessions across areas of speech, language, literacy, AAC and social communication.
Camelle also provides comprehensive speech pathology assessments to contribute to diagnostic assessments.
Camelle and her team value supporting family members, educators and other members of a child’s team to feel confident and equipped to implement strategies and supports.
Camelle and her team look forward to meeting all the children and families that access supports at ESA Camberwell
Clinic accreditations
We take pride in our team’s specialised training and expertise at Early Start Australia Camberwell Clinic. Our current accreditations include:
Hanen Programs
- It Takes Two to Talk: Supporting parents of children with language delays to enhance communication development.
- More Than Words: Helping parents of children with ASD or social communication difficulties improve social and language skills.
Sounds Write literacy program
An evidence-based approach to support children with literacy challenges and language-related learning needs.
Upcoming ADOS assessments
We will soon offer Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) assessments as part of our services to better support children with autism diagnostic needs.
We’re hiring!
Early Start Australia is part of the APM Group, a global human services provider now enabling better lives for more than 1 million people each year. To view all current opportunities to join our team visit the APM Careers website by clicking the button below.
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Suite 1, 1221 Toorak Road
Camberwell VIC 3124
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Opening hours
Monday : 9am - 5pm
Tuesday : 9am - 5pm
Wednesday : 9am - 5pm
Thursday : 9am - 5pm
Friday : 9am - 5pm
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