Treatment Methods We Offer for Stuttering Therapy
Our stuttering therapy includes:
- Individual assessments to tailor goals and track progress.
- Practical exercises to reduce stuttering and improve fluency.
- Focused techniques for managing tension, breath control, and smooth speech.
- Support for parents and caregivers in helping children practise at home.
- Age-appropriate, engaging programs for toddlers, kids, teens, and adults.
The Lidcombe Program
This therapy for stuttering uses a fun, play-based approach designed for preschoolers that teaches parents how to give positive feedback for smooth speech.
Explore our toddler speech therapy services to see if your child is reaching age-appropriate milestones.
The Westmead and Oakville Programs
Stuttering speech therapy focuses on Syllable-Timed Speech (STS) with young children and school-aged kids. This therapy uses a mix of therapist-led sessions and parent-led sessions at home to reduce stuttering severity. Our comprehensive speech therapy for kids also offers individualised programs with fun, engaging, and impactful sessions.
The Camperdown Program
For adults or teens, the Camperdown Program provides practical techniques to control stuttering in everyday life, like slowing down the speech rate, learning fluency techniques and managing stuttered moments.
Struggling with other communication issues? Discover our speech therapy for adults for a more focused approach, including accent modification, voice, stroke and literacy speech therapy.
How Speech Therapy for Stuttering Helps
- Reduce stuttering frequency and severity, improving fluency.
- Learn long-term techniques for clearer, smoother speech.
- Lessen frustration and anxiety around communication.
- Build self-esteem and reduce anxiety when speaking in the classroom, at work, or in social settings.
- Develop strategies to manage stuttering in different situations, like presentations or interviews.
With consistent speech therapy for stuttering, most clients see significant improvements, helping them feel heard and more comfortable and capable in daily life.
Take the First Step Toward Smoother Speech
Let’s help you or your loved one speak with clarity and confidence with individualised speech therapy for stuttering. Get in touch with Eastside Speech Solutions to book an assessment and make a difference today. Every small step forward counts.
Stuttering Speech Pathology: Why Choose Us?
- Experienced Team: Our speech pathologists in Sydney are trained in targeted programs and ensure genuine and professional care at every stage.
- Customised Support: We personalise our stuttering therapy programs around your communication needs, matching your goals, age, and lifestyle.
- Flexible Appointments: Access in-person sessions or online sessions via telehealth for more convenience, whichever suits you best.
- Holistic Care: We also offer speech therapy for a vast range of communication problems, supporting both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
Stuttering Speech Therapy FAQs
What are the signs my child needs stuttering therapy?
If your child repeats sounds or words (like “p-p-puppy” or “can-can I go”), stretches out sounds, or gets stuck trying to speak (blocks), it’s worth seeking help. Other signs include facial tension, blinking, or avoiding certain words. Stuttering that lasts longer than a few weeks, gets worse over time or causes your child frustration is a strong signal to consider speech therapy for stuttering.
What is involved in the Westmead and Oakville programs?
View our blog THE WESTMEAD AND OAKVILLE PROGRAMS
Is stuttering ever normal?
When is the best time to treat stuttering?
The best time to start stuttering speech therapy is ideally in preschool years (at least a year before starting school), as this has the best outcomes.
Don’t wait to see if it “goes away”; early intervention with a trained speech pathologist can make a big difference in your child’s communication skills and self-esteem.
How long does it take to treat preschooler's stuttering?
Read our blog How long does it take to treat preschooler’s stuttering?
Can my preschooler's stuttering be treated?
Read our blog Can my preschooler’s stuttering be treated?
Isn't my child's stuttering normal?
No, stuttering is never considered a normal part of a child’s speech development.
While some children may grow out of a stutter naturally, without the right support, 20% of those who start stuttering in early childhood will continue into adulthood. Early intervention with stuttering therapy gives your child the best chance to improve their speech and avoid long-term challenges.
Is it too late to help my stuttering school aged child?
It’s never too late to get help. While early treatment in the preschool years is ideal, many school-aged children can still make significant progress with stuttering speech pathology. Our team uses evidence-based programs, helping school-aged children learn smoother speech patterns and build confidence.
Can you have help for stuttering as an adult?
Definitely! We help adults of all ages to improve their stuttering using the evidence-based Camperdown program.
