Communicate Better Speech Pathology

05/06/2026

Today, our amazing Caitlin wrapped up AAC training with the incredible Tenison Woods College team, and we couldn’t be more proud of their commitment to inclusive communication.

Every time we partner with educators who are eager to learn, model, and champion AAC, we take another step toward a community where every voice is heard.

At CBSP, we’re passionate about growing AAC knowledge across our region, and it’s inspiring to see schools like Tenison Poplars leading the way. We are excited to continue our work with Tenison Woods College as we build confidence, capability, and communication opportunities together.

Here’s to creating a community where everyone can say what they want to say.

02/06/2026

At CBSP, we’re excited to be preparing our Preschool Boost program and continuing our mission to help children find their voice through play, daily routine and connection. Stay tuned for more details coming soon.

23/04/2026

💫🎓Join us in congratulating Bri on her graduation. What an incredible achievement. Your hard work, and dedication, have paid off, and we’re all so proud of you.💫🎓

13/04/2026

We love visual tools that help people communicate fast, clearly, and without pressure. Quick Communication visuals provide children/adults with a way to show us how they feel. Our feelings visual help children to express when they are worried, frustrated, or angry and even tell us why.

When we model using these visuals in real moments, children learn the pattern:

I feel… because/why…

This simple structure helps them build emotional understanding and express their needs with confidence. Small moments of modelling create big steps toward connection, communication and wellbeing.

30/03/2026

🥷✨ At CBSP, Ninja Courses Are More Than Just Fun — They’re Therapy in Motion!

We love using Ninja-style obstacle courses as part of our therapy sessions because they’re an incredible way to help children build real‑world skills while having an absolute blast.

🗣️ Language Development

Following multi-step instructions
Understanding action words and spatial concepts (over, under, through, behind)
Expanding vocabulary through play-based learning
Practising expressive language as children describe their moves, choices, and strategies
Providing instructional language

🤝 Social Skills

Taking turns and sharing space
Working alongside peers in a supportive, encouraging environment
Building confidence to interact with others
Learning how to navigate group routines and expectations
Practice being a good sport

💬 Communication Skills

Asking for help or clarification
Using clear verbal and non-verbal communication
Practising active listening
Developing problem-solving language (“How can I get across?”, “What’s my next step?”)

💪 Why Ninja Courses Work So Well

Kids are naturally motivated by movement and challenge. Ninja courses give them a safe, structured way to:

Build resilience
Celebrate their own achievements
Learn to cheer on others
Regulate emotions through physical activity

At CBSP, we tailor each course to meet your child’s goals.

23/03/2026

As promised, here is the updated information about Medicare rebates for speech pathology services.

Please feel free to share this post and help spread the word.

11/03/2026

Join us in wishing Bri all the very best as we farewell her for 2026.

As Bri prepares to begin this exciting new chapter, we want to wish her all the very best as she gets ready to welcome her little one. Bri has been such a valued part of our team, and we will miss her warmth, dedication, and the care she brings to everyone she supports.

We hope this time is filled with special moments, rest, and joy with her growing family. We’re so excited to welcome Bri back in 2027 and can’t wait to see her again when she returns.

All the very best, Bri enjoy every moment!👶🍼

23/02/2026

⭐️ Please feel free to share this information.⭐️

https://www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/Public/Members/News-and-publications/Articles/2026/02-February/medicare-expansion-for-speech-pathology.aspx

16/02/2026

One of our favourite moments in therapy is when a young communicator shows us exactly what works best for them. Recently, several of our clients have begun transitioning from picture‑based symbol AAC to text, and the most powerful part is that they chose this path themselves.

For some, text feels faster.
For others, it feels more grown‑up.
For many, it simply feels right.

At Communicate Better, we honour that.
We support autonomy, choice, and control, and we celebrate every persons preferred communication style, whether that’s symbols, text, speech, gestures, or a beautiful mix of all of them.

Communication isn’t about the tool.
It’s about agency, identity, and being heard.

Here’s to our incredible AAC users who continue to show us the many ways communication can grow, evolve, and shine when people are trusted to lead their own journey.

12/02/2026

A wonderful new free program being offered in our community.

Up to 10 free sessions