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Child Therapy in Geelong, VIC

We provide assessments, early intervention therapies and support to help you thrive.

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Therapy and Assessment Services for Children, Teens and Young Adults in Geelong

Early Start Australia Geelong provides evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children, young adults and families through a range of funding options.

Our clinicians work together using an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach to support goals tailored to each person’s individual needs.

Early Start Australia Geelong provide early intervention, therapy and assessment services across speech pathology, occupational therapy, and psychology.

At the heart of our approach is a commitment to working in partnership with you, your child and your community. We focus on supporting meaningful participation in everyday life through practical strategies that you can use daily to support your child’s growth, development and goals.

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 have any questions, call us on 1300 372 439 or make an enquiry today.

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Clinic contact details

18-20 Riversdale Road
Newtown VIC 3220

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1300 372 439

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[email protected]
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How we can help

Early intervention and therapy services for children and young people aged 0-16 years, Australia wide.

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Psychology and counselling
Our child psychologists provide guidance to support learning and development, helping children and young people better understand their emotions and thoughts. Through tailored strategies, they empower individuals to function well in their communities, be able to regulate emotions, maintain and enhance their mental health, fostering resilience, and overall wellbeing.
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Speech Pathology
Our Speech Pathologists can assist with speaking and listening, understanding and self-expression, alternative communication systems, school success, play and social skills.
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ESDM Therapy
Support your child's progress and help them participate fully in life with the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM).
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Occupational Therapy
Our OTs can assist with daily living skills such as toileting, dressing and mealtimes, routines, emotions and behaviour, school success, play, assistive technology and community access
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Funding and no gap

Funding we accept at Early Start Australia Geelong

Early Start Australia Geelong provides therapy and assessment services for children, adolescents and families through a range of funding options, including the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Medicare, Private Health Insurance and private-fee arrangements.

Eligible families may also access our No-Gap Initial Appointment.

Our team can help you understand the funding pathway that best suits your family’s needs. 

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How to start at Early Start Australia Geelong

Starting therapy shouldn’t feel overwhelming. Our team is here to guide you through each step and help you find the right support for your child and family.

  1. Get in Touch
    Complete an enquiry form, call us, or ask your health professional to make a referral. Our team will take the time to understand your needs and answer any questions.

  2. Plan Your Support
    We’ll talk with you about your child’s strengths, goals, funding options, service needs and appointment availability to find the best fit for your family.

    We provide flexible therapy services in the environments that matter most to your child and family, including in our clinic, at school or childcare, at home, in the community, or via telehealth.

  3. Begin Your Therapy Journey
    Your clinician will work in partnership with you and your child to develop a personalised plan that supports meaningful participation, growth and development.

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Current availability at Early Start Australia Geelong

We currently have availability across a range of our services. View our current appointment availability below.

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No wait list – book therapy today for kids and teens

Serving families throughout Geelong

We proudly welcome families from a wide range of surrounding suburbs, including:

  • Geelong
  • Geelong West
  • Belmont
  • Highton
  • Newtown
  • Manifold Heights
  • Herne Hill
  • Grovedale
  • Armstrong Creek
  • Mount Duneed
  • Waurn Ponds
  • Newcomb
  • East Geelong
  • Leopold
  • Corio
  • Bell Park
  • Bell Post Hill
  • Lara
  • Torquay
  • Charlemont

Clinic contact details

18-20 Riversdale Road
Newtown VIC 3220

Call

1300 372 439

Email

[email protected]
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Opening hours

Monday : 9am - 5pm
Tuesday : 9am - 5pm
Wednesday : 9am - 5pm
Thursday : 9am - 5pm
Friday : 9am - 5pm

Frequently asked questions

Here are some frequently asked questions about therapy services at Early Start Australia Geelong

We offer therapy where you need it most.

In many cases this will be in the clinic setting with the support of our resources, however, if your therapy goals relate to supporting your child in the school environment or at home, we travel to your early learning centre, school, home or community location where we can support you and your child in their natural environment.

We listen to your needs and work with your goals in our therapy support plans.

We are a family-centred and neurodiversity affirming practice, passionate about empowering families to recognise their strengths and support them wherever possible.

We offer comprehensive therapy options to support complex needs and conditions.

You don’t need a general practitioner referral to see a speech pathologist or occupational therapist at Early Start Australia.

Contact us today to discuss your needs and request an appointment.

You should seek advice from a speech and language pathologist as soon as you have concerns about your child’s speech, language, communication or feeding development.

Its never too early.

Contact us today to discuss your needs and request an appointment.

You should consider seeing an occupational therapist in if you have concerns about your child’s behaviour or if you notice that they are not reaching early milestones at the same time as other children.

You may also be recommended by your child’s teacher, or a GP, specialist or child health nurse.

Contact us today to discuss your needs and request an appointment.

You should consider seeing a physiotherapist as soon as you have concerns about your child reaching their milestones or if it has been noted by a GP, teacher, or caregiver.

Physiotherapists can also support children if they need help developing their movement, mobility, strength or fitness for a variety of reasons, including after an injury.

Contact us today to discuss your needs and request an appointment.

That’s ok.

That’s why we are here, to help guide and support you on your journey.

Our clinicians work together using an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach to support goals tailored to each person’s individual needs.

The first step is to give us a call to discuss your situation and together we can find out what type of appointment might be best suited to your needs.

Our waiting room provides a warm and welcoming environment with books and colouring materials to keep children entertained while waiting.

Yes!

We strongly encourage parent participation in therapy sessions to foster an inclusive and collaborative approach for your whole family.

Yes, siblings are welcome to attend.

However, there may be occasions when the therapy sessions are more productive without siblings present, depending on the focus of the session.

Children already attending appointments for one discipline will receive priority scheduling for additional disciplines within our centre.

This ensures a coordinated approach for the child’s comprehensive care within our collaborative practice model.

During your initial appointment you will have the opportunity to meet with a therapist to discuss your goals and reasons for seeking therapy services.

Depending on your situation, this appointment may also involve an assessment.

It’s beneficial to bring along any relevant documents such as doctor’s referrals, funding letters, custody/parenting orders or reports that may be helpful for us to see.

If your child has a NDIS plan, please bring this with you as well.

Additionally, you will receive an email containing consent forms and important documents to read and sign.

You can view our immediate availabilities here

If you require a specific day/time of the week, there may be a waitlist to access popular therapy times.

If you are unable to attend a scheduled session, please provide at least two business days’ notice. See our policy here.

Yes. We are a registered NDIS provider, and we work with agency-managed, self-managed, and plan-managed participants.

We also offer early intervention services for children up to nine years old.

Contact us today to discuss your needs and request an appointment.

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