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How to Refer Your Child to a Speech Pathologist at Small Sprouts Therapy
Thinking about speech pathology for your child? At Small Sprouts Therapy, we aim to make getting started as straightforward as possible! Here’s what you need to know about referring your child to our clinic.
Do I Need a GP Referral?
Nope! You can self-refer to our Speech Pathology services without a GP referral. We provide evidence-based assessment and therapy for children aged 0 to 12 years.
How to Refer Your Child
Getting in touch is easy! You can:
Give us a call on 0435 835 334
Send us an email at admin@smallsproutstherapy.com.au
Complete our Expression of Interest form
What Information Will We Ask For?
When you contact us, our friendly Client Services Officer will ask for a few details, including:
Your child's full name and date of birth
Your contact details
Whether your child is an NDIS participant or a private client
If your child is an NDIS participant, whether their plan is self-managed or plan-managed
If you're a private client, whether you have a GP Management Plan
Whether your child has previously seen a speech pathologist
A little information about your concerns regarding your child's speech and language development
What Happens After Your Enquiry?
After your initial enquiry, we'll email you an electronic case history form and our fee schedule.
The case history form gives our therapists important background information about your child, including their development, communication and current needs. It also covers consent and our cancellation policy.
Please return your completed case history form within 7 days. We need this information to process your referral and add your child to our waitlist. If we don't receive the completed form within this timeframe, we're unable to proceed with the referral or add your child to the waitlist.
We'll also ask you to send through any relevant reports or letters from your child's GP, paediatrician or other allied health professionals. This helps us build a better understanding of your child and their needs.
What Happens Behind the Scenes?
Once we receive your completed paperwork, our Client Services Officer will enter your child's details into our online system and add them to our waitlist.
When an appointment becomes available, we'll get in touch to arrange an initial consultation and a block of therapy sessions. You'll then receive an email confirming your appointments.
For NDIS Participants
Before your child's initial consultation, please email us:
A copy of your child's current NDIS goals
Your child's NDIS participant number
For plan-managed participants, the name of your plan management company and its email address
This information helps our therapists prepare for your child's appointment and ensures we have the details needed for invoicing.
We'll send you a Service Agreement to review and sign, which must be returned before your child's initial consultation.
For Private Clients
Private clients will also need to review and return a signed Service Agreement before their child's initial consultation.
Have Questions?
If you have any questions about getting started, our friendly team is happy to help! Give us a call or send us an email, and we'll talk you through the process.
📞 Phone: 0435 835 334
✉️ Email: admin@smallsproutstherapy.com.au
🌱 Ready to get started? Complete our Expression of Interest form.
We look forward to getting to know your family and supporting your child's communication journey!