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Since 2012, Early Start Australia (formerly Best Start Clinic) has been leading the way for paediatric allied health and also for young children with Autism in Geelong.

We were the first to bring the ground-breaking Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) program in a one-to-one direct therapy program to Australian families and proudly offer the rigorous ESDM training that is required for professionals. Our highly skilled team is the largest group of certified and certifying ESDM clinicians in the country.

We know that parent well-being plays an important part in improving child outcomes and we want to work in partnership with you to help achieve your child’s goals.

Our clinic offers a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment for your whole family to feel safe and belong. We believe in the enormous potential that lies within every child and that every child deserves the best start in life.

We believe in bringing together the right interventions at the right time, together with a team that is right for you. Our services are for anyone seeking the best start for their child or young adult (0-18 years).

If your child has a known delay or need, or maybe you are wanting to simply explore some concerns, we can help. Whether it’s individual therapy, a community program (support in kinder and school), parent coaching or via telehealth, we help find the mode of delivery that works for you and your child.

For more information or to book an appointment contact us on (03) 9596 8781 or submit a service enquiry.

We welcome Medicare referrals, NDIS participants. NDIS registered for agency managed, self-managed and plan managed Participants.

We are located in a heritage building with a warm and inviting atmosphere for children and adolescents seeking assistance. We also offer community-based supports.

Our caring, multidisciplinary team will bring together the right interventions for your child.

For more information or to book an appointment contact us on (03) 9596 8781 or submit a service enquiry.

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2 Strachan Avenue, Manifold Heights
Geelong VIC 3218

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03 9596 8781

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03 9596 8783

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Immediate availability for assessments, psychology, occupational therapy, early intervention and ESDM appointments. Contact the clinic to book an appointment today.

How we can help

No matter where you’re at on your therapy journey, we offer a range of services, programs and evidenced-based therapies to realise your goals.

Please note, available services and programs vary between clinics, so please check with your local clinic about their therapy services.

Occupational Therapy (OT)

Gross and fine motor skills (sitting, crawling, throwing a ball, handwriting)
Self- care skills (dressing, eating, toileting)
Self-management skills (emotional regulation, sensory processing)
Learning skills (attention, concentration, executive functioning)
Social skills (engaging with others, play, making friends)

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Speech and Language Pathology

Building communication skills, literacy and social skills
Speaking with clear and correct pronunciation
The Hanen program to help overcome stuttering
Supports for articulation disorders to speak fluently and be understood by others

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Psychology

We welcome referrals for anxiety, Autism and ADHD

Our therapists are experienced in:

Working collaboratively with schools
Managing behaviours
Maintaining mental health and building confidence
Social skills

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Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)

A play-based approach to improve language, social and cognitive skills.

Fun activities are used to help your child meet their goals, adapt to daily routines, and learn positive behaviours.

ESDM supports young children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental delays.

It’s a form of behavioural therapy that provides lasting results, so your child can enjoy a better quality of life.

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Assessments

Assessments explore and identify your child’s strengths and challenges and assist in understanding how they learn best.

Autism assessments
Learning disorders such as impairments in reading, writing and mathematics
Motor assessments
Handwriting assessments
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive assessments
Functional capacity assessments for NDIS access (Vineland)

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Allied health supports in your environment

We offer mobile supports to practice skills in the home, school, kinder and childcare.

Programs

As part of your therapy journey your therapist we may recommend some specific therapy programs to assist in achieving your goals including:

The use of alternative augmentative communication (AAC) strategies can support people with communication difficulties.

When working with children we use a family-centered model, supporting caregivers and children to develop skills, knowledge and understanding as we all work together.

Therapy support services for schools including screening programs, therapy support and education to help children improve participation and reach their full potential.

Provides families with flexibility, offering regular sessions with an allied health assistant at home, kindergarten, childcare and all natural environments, targeting goals in the community setting.

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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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Since 2012, Early Start Australia (formerly Best Start Clinic) has been leading the way for paediatric allied health and also for young children with Autism in Geelong.

Clinic contact details

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Fax

Email

Immediate availability for assessments, psychology, occupational therapy, early intervention and ESDM appointments. Contact the clinic to book an appointment today.

How we can help

Occupational Therapy (OT)

Speech and Language Pathology

Psychology

Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)

Assessments

Allied health supports in your environment

Programs

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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