Telehealth / Online Therapy
We are excited to offer our telehealth services, designed to bring speech therapy and occupational therapy right to your doorstep.
In today’s digital age, we understand the need for flexible, accessible, and personalized healthcare solutions. With our telehealth services, you can now connect with our therapists from the convenience of your home, school, or office. Our dedicated team is committed to helping children overcome certain challenges, and with our secure online platform, we ensure you receive the same high-quality care as you would in our clinic.
- Telehealth can be highly effective for children, including in the context of speech therapy and other healthcare services. Numerous studies and real-world applications have demonstrated the effectiveness of telehealth interventions for children in various scenarios.
- Some children, particularly those with social anxiety or sensory sensitivities, find the familiar environment of their home more comfortable. Telehealth reduces anxiety associated with new environments, allowing children to focus better on their therapy goals.
- Families who relocate frequently or live in remote areas can maintain consistent therapy plans through telehealth. Access to the same therapist regardless of location ensures continuity of care, providing stability in the child's progress.
Telehealth services offer a range of benefits for children, these may include:
Early Intervention: Telehealth enables early detection and intervention for speech and language disorders in children. Timely therapy can significantly improve outcomes, preventing potential long-term communication challenges.
Convenience: Telehealth eliminates the need for travel, saving parents and children valuable time. Sessions can be conducted from the comfort of home, reducing stress associated with commuting, especially for families in remote areas or with limited access to healthcare facilities.
Consistency of Care: Regular therapy sessions are essential for progress. Telehealth ensures consistent access to therapy, even during adverse weather conditions, school holidays, or other situations that might disrupt in-person appointments.
Increased Engagement: Children, especially those comfortable with technology, often find telehealth sessions engaging. Therapists use interactive tools and games tailored to a child’s age and interests, making therapy enjoyable and encouraging active participation.
Family Involvement: Telehealth allows parents to actively participate in therapy sessions. They can observe techniques used by therapists, reinforce learning between sessions, and actively engage in their child’s progress, fostering a supportive learning environment at home.
Customized Learning: Telehealth platforms offer personalized resources and exercises. Therapists can share videos, interactive games, and educational materials specific to a child’s needs, enhancing learning and practice outside of scheduled sessions.
Reduced Anxiety: Some children, particularly those with social anxiety or sensory sensitivities, find the familiar environment of their home more comfortable. Telehealth reduces anxiety associated with new environments, allowing children to focus on their therapy goals.
Continuity of Care: Families, especially those frequently relocating, can maintain a consistent therapy plan. Access to the same therapist through telehealth ensures continuity of care, providing stability and minimizing disruptions in the child’s progress.
Parental Education: Telehealth allows therapists to educate parents about speech and language development, empowering them with techniques and strategies to support their child’s communication skills effectively.
Safe Environment: Especially during health crises or pandemics, telehealth provides a safe alternative to in-person therapy, minimizing the risk of exposure to illnesses while ensuring that children continue to receive essential services.
Increased Access to Specialists: Telehealth expands access to specialized therapists. Families in rural or underserved areas can connect with experienced professionals who might not be locally available, ensuring children receive expert care regardless of their location.
Fees
- Initial Consultation = $540 includes a written summary
- Formal Assessments = $190 per hour (can take 4-6 hours) includes a written assessment
- Telehealth / Online Therapy Session = $190 per session
- Telehealth / Online Therapy Session with a Therapy Assistant = $135 per session
- Report writing = $190 per hour
Please contact us by phone, email or our Contact Us page.
Our Front Desk Team will be able to answer your questions and explain how our service works. We will collect information from you about your child and the service you require. At times we may not have a waitlist and can schedule an appointment straight away. If we do not have capacity we will add you to our waitlist. It is difficult to say how long our waitlist is, it could be a couple of days or a couple of months.
As soon as a place becomes available, we will contact you to discuss if the spot will work for your family. The initial consult will be booked and we look forward to seeing you in the clinic for your first session.
No referral from a GP or Paediatrician is necessary to attend our clinic.
We have a number of payment options available. More information can be found on our Funding & Fees page:
NDIS
Kids Therapy Hub is NOT an NDIS registered provider however we are able to offer our services to NDIS Self-Managed and NDIS Plan Managed participants.
We are unable to offer our services to NDIS Agency Managed participants.
Private Health
Our clinic is a registered provider with most Private Health Insurance funds. You may have benefits available through your Private Health Insurer for Allied Health Services under ancillary or extras cover however this is dependent on your level of cover.
If you are unsure of your cover please contact your Private Health Insurer prior to making an appointment. We have a HICAPS terminal in our clinic for easy on the spot claiming from your health fund with you only having to settle the gap amount, making it a seamless experience.
Chronic Disease Management Plan – previously known as the Enhanced Primary Care Plan
This program enables you to receive a partial rebate for up to 5 sessions over a calendar year for certain Allied Health Services like Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy. The rebate benefit is $58.00 per session.
Helping Children with Autism / 135
This initiative is a funding scheme that enables children with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders to access early intervention services. Children under the age of 13yrs may be eligible for assessment and treatment funding. Children under the age of 15yrs who have a previous diagnosis of ASD or PDD may be eligible for treatment funding only.
Eligible children are entitled to a maximum of 4 rebated sessions for Allied Health assessments (i.e. Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy) and a further 20 rebated sessions for Allied Health intervention. These rebated sessions are available once a lifetime, and once used, cannot be claimed again. The rebate benefit is approximately $82.00 per session.
Better Access to Mental Health / 137
This initiative is a funding scheme that enables children diagnosed with Autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, Fragile X syndrome, or a moderate or greater vision or hearing impairment, including deaf/blindness aged under 13 for diagnosis aged under 15 for treatment (must have been diagnosed before age 13) to access funding.
Eligible children are entitled to a maximum of 4 rebated sessions for Allied Health assessments (i.e. Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy) and a further 20 rebated sessions for Allied Health intervention. These rebated sessions are available once a lifetime, and once used, cannot be claimed again.
Private Paying
Families that do not have access to funding options, will be considered private paying clients.