Joie Speech Therapy

05/02/2026

✨️ We are now accepting expressions of interest for the Peers for Teens social communication group (13-17 yrs) ✨️

➡️ Final intake appts will be offered on 12th February. Places are limited so please complete EOI form soon to avoid missing out 😉

➡️ Please note, we have made necessary adjustments to be neurodiversity affirming and trauma informed for young people who struggle to form connections with peers. Our focus is to support young people to learn communication skills as they develop their authentic communication style 💯

➡️ Teens will learn a range of communication skills to support their ability to form and maintain friendships.

Some topics that are covered:

💫 social awareness and perspective taking
💫 having conversations (individual and group)
💫 how to find friends
💫 organising get togethers
💫 dealing with bullying and disagreements
💫 safe communication through social media

✨️ If you would like your teen to participate please complete an EOI form online to schedule an intake appointment (see link in bio) ✨️

23/12/2025

Last week, we celebrated the finishing of our semester 2 social communication groups including Peers for teens group and the upcoming Christmas holidays ✨️

I'm grateful for these lovely ladies who have supported me in running various social communication groups this year 💛

As we reflected on the year of firsts, we shared our anticipation for how we can support our neurodiverse communities in the new year, so they can authentically communicate and ultimately build meaningful connections with others ✨️



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17/10/2025

✨ Term 4 Social Groups – run by a Speech Pathologist ✨

Is your child or teen looking for a fun, supportive space to build confidence, communication skills, and make friends? Join our small-group social programs this term, led by a qualified speech pathologist who specialises in authentic communication for friendship building.

✅ Practice turn-taking, conversation skills & collaborative group work
✅ Develop emotional awareness, flexible thinking & perspective taking skills
✅ Real‑life, interest‑based games & activities
✅ Small groups tailored to age & ability
✅ Safe, inclusive & encouraging environment
✅ Practical support for parents

📅 Starting Term 4
💬 Spaces are limited to ensure small group sizes - secure your spot now!

Email at [email protected] to find out more.

11/10/2025

Term 4 has just started, and we've welcomed back our teens for the second part of Peers for teens group. Here is a quick overview of what goes on behind the scenes for a group session ✨️

21/09/2025

✨️ We have just completed the first part of the Peers teen social communication group ✨️

We are so pleased with everyone's participation and wanted to share a bit about what teens and parent have learnt so far.

From having conversations to finding potential friends, teens have practiced using practical communication skills and parents have supported their teens to implement these skills in daily life.

We understand that attending weekly group is a big commitment so we will take a short break over the school holidays for some rest.

We hope to see everyone refreshed and ready for the second part of the group in term 4 ☀️

29/08/2025

Following many weeks of preparation, I'm pleased to share the Semester 2 Peers for teens social skills group has officially started 😊

Each group is unique and I'm very excited to get to know this lovely group of teens as I facilitate the group over the next 12 weeks. My aim is to provide an inclusive space for teens to learn how to connect with peers so they can cultivate fulfilling friendships in their own authentic way.

This term I am grateful to have senior psychology students assist me in running the group. Here they are, doing an amazing job demonstrating communication skills for sharing a conversation in a role play.

So far teens have learned about trading information and sharing conversations which are foundational skills in forming friendships. They have begun completing homework tasks to help with consolidating knowledge and practice communication skills. Parents have attended weekly parent groups to learn about the same topics covered in the teen group. I have been impressed at the teen group's active participation and parent's involvement in supporting their teen.

I'm looking forward to spending the next 12 weeks discussing many more practical communication strategies with these awesome teens and their equally awesome parents ✨️

29/07/2025

🌟 Last night, I had the pleasure of running a free online parent session about the UCLA PEERS® for Teens program, and group which I am proud to be a certified facilitator for.

We explored the development of the upcoming 12 week PEERS® inspired neuroaffirming social communication group that is being offered for term 3-4.

This group is designed to support neurodiverse kids by affirming their unique social experiences and providing a respectful, inclusive environment for building friendships. 💬

Thank you to everyone who joined and participated 💖

If you would like to know more feel free to contact via email on [email protected] 📩

28/07/2025

Loved reconnecting with the amazing QPRS speech pathology team today! I shared insights from my experience with the Talking Mats approach—a fantastic tool for empowering clients to express their thoughts and feelings on topics that matter to them ✨️

We explored creative ways to use Talking Mats with children and teens navigating challenges following brain injury, stroke, CP, and more. It was a meaningful discussion about amplifying young voices so they could effectively communicate their experiences and priorities through all stages of recovery.

Fun fact—I’ve worked with their outpatient team and co-facilitated Telehealth Peers for Adolescents in the past few yrs, so it was nice to visit again.

Grateful for this passionate and skilled team for their unwavering commitment to helping kids, teens, and families thrive through recovery and beyond ✨️

17/07/2025