Blossoming Speech Therapy
Specialising in Speech, Literacy and Language Skills
Welcome
Blossoming Speech Therapy is a paediatric speech pathology practice providing personalised therapy services in speech, literacy and language to school aged children (Years K-6, 5-12 years) in the Upper Blue Mountains area, with a clinic located in North Katoomba.
At Blossoming Speech Therapy, I aim to provide a personalised and fun service to help your child's communication blossom.
If your child is having difficulty with:
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Being understood by others
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Pronouncing sounds clearly
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Reading
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Spelling
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Expressing needs, thoughts and feelings
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Following instructions
Contact me today to help your child blossom and thrive!
About
Meet Monique!
Monique is the owner and manager of Blossoming Speech Therapy. She is a Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist (CPSP) and a practicing Member of Speech Pathology Australia (MSPA) with a passion for working with children to achieve their communication goals.
Monique has worked as a Speech Pathologist for the past 5 years in a private practice setting. She has an passion for working with children who have speech disorders, expressive/receptive language disorders or literacy disorders.
Monique holds a Bachelor of Speech Pathology degree (BSpPath) from Australian Catholic University (ACU), and has completed various training in the areas of speech, language and literacy.
When Monique is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and fur babies, going for walks with her dog, Phoebe, camping, or reading a good book.
Monique Shaw
BSpPath, MSPA, CPSP
Specialty Areas
At Blossoming Speech Therapy, therapy can target any of the following areas:
Speech
Speech is how your child produces sounds and words so others can understand them. If they have difficulty pronouncing certain sounds, speaking clearly or being understood by others, they may have a speech delay or disorder. Speech therapy can help them learn to produce sounds correctly, improve their clarity and build confidence in their communication.
Reading
Reading is an essential part of literacy, and some children may struggle with recognizing letters, sounding out words, or understanding what they read. Speech therapy can help improve these skills by strengthening phonological awareness and reading fluency, making reading easier and more enjoyable.
Spelling
Spelling is another key aspect of literacy that can be challenging for some children. Speech therapy targets skills like sound-letter relationships, word patterns, and writing structure to support spelling development. By improving these areas, speech therapy helps boost your child's confidence and enjoyment of learning.
Receptive Language
Receptive language skills help us understand words, instructions and meaning in everyday life. They form the foundation for learning, social connection and confident communication. Speech therapy can strengthen these skills, supporting clearer understanding, greater independence, and improved wellbeing across all stages of life.
Expressive Language
Expressive language skills allow us to share thoughts, needs, and ideas with confidence. They support meaningful connection, learning and participation in everyday life. Speech therapy can help strengthen these skills, empowering individuals to communicate clearly and express themselves more fully.
Social Communication
Social communication skills help us connect, build relationships, and navigate everyday interactions with confidence. They include understanding social cues, turn takgin, and using language appropriately across different situations. Speech therapy can strengthen these skills, supporting clearer connection, smoother interactions, and more meaningful participation in everyday life.
Services
Assessment
We evaluate your child’s communication skills to identify strengths and areas for growth.
Therapy
We create a supportive environment that fosters growth, confidence, and success in your child’s communication abilities.
Collaboration
We work with parents to construct meaningful goals and create personalized therapy plans tailored to each child’s needs.
Funding
Medicare
Rebates for Speech Pathology sessions are available to those with a Chronic Disease Management Program (CDMP). Your GP may deem you eligible for this plan, which allows up to 5 partially subsidised speech pathology treatment sessions within a calendar year. For more information on this plan, contact your GP to discuss eligibility for this program.
Private Health
If your Private Health Insurance has 'extras' cover, you may be eligible for a rebate on Speech Pathology sessions. Speak with your private health fund to determine your eligibility for rebates for speech pathology services.
*Please note, all sessions will be invoiced, and a receipt issued upon receipt of payment, which can then be used to make a claim with your private health fund, Medicare or your NDIS fund.
Contact
Ready to take the next step?
Contact me today to book an appointment.
Unsure of your child's speech therapy needs?
Reach out with any questions or concerns.