NDIS Speech Therapy for Adults in Melbourne
If you're an adult NDIS participant, Speech Pathology can be part of your plan.
I'm Laura Bricknell, a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist, and I work with plan-managed and self-managed participants at home, in the community or via Telehealth, so therapy happens where you actually use your skills.
You'll see me every time. No handovers, no rotating staff.
How I can help.
Communication: being understood, understanding others, finding the right words, reading and writing.
Swallowing (dysphagia): safer, more comfortable eating and drinking, with clear mealtime recommendations. See swallowing assessment.
Cognitive-communication: when attention, memory or organisation affects conversations and daily tasks.
Neurodiversity-affirming social communication: friendships, misunderstandings, boundaries, self-advocacy and expressing emotions, on your terms.
Training for your supports: practical strategies and resources for family, carers and support workers.
Using your NDIS plan for Speech Therapy.
Speech pathology for adults is usually funded from the Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living part of your plan. If you're not sure what's in your plan, your support coordinator or plan manager can check.
Plan-managed: I invoice your plan manager directly.
Self-managed: I invoice you, and you claim through the NDIS portal or app.
Fees: aligned with the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits. Travel is charged in line with NDIS rules. You'll receive a service agreement before we start.
I currently work with plan-managed and self-managed participants.
Good reports make plan reassessments easier. After an assessment, I provide a written report within one week, with clear, jargon-free recommendations your support coordinator, plan manager and planner can use.
Reports that support your plan.
Free 15-minute phone chat. Tell me what's been happening and ask anything.
Service agreement. Clear information about fees and how billing works.
Initial assessment. At home, in the community or online (billed as 90 minutes: 70 minutes face-to-face plus documentation).
Goals and therapy. Goals that matter to you, reviewed regularly.
What to expect.
Mobile visits within 30 minutes of Elsternwick, including Brighton, Highett, Prahran and Malvern. Telehealth is available Australia-wide. Not sure if you're in range? Just ask.
Where I see participants.
NDIS speech therapy FAQs
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No. You'll need funding for therapy in your plan, but no doctor's referral.
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Talk to your support coordinator or planner. A privately funded assessment and report can provide information for your next plan reassessment.
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Yes. Working with the people around you helps strategies carry over into everyday life.
Ready to get started?
Book a free 15-minute phone chat. No referral needed.
· or call 0435 588 508
Support coordinator or plan manager? Make a referral.