Speech Therapy
Assistants
A Speech Therapy Assistant (STA) helps a Speech Pathologist to implement therapeutic activities for their clients.
Making Practice Effective, Engaging,
and Stress-Free
Therapy often involves repetitive practise of the same activities to develop mastery of specific skills. We know that some skills are best supported by frequent, high-intensity practise, and that deep learning happens when the practise is fun and engaging.
We also know that doing therapy practice at home can be hard, and even stressful. A lack of practise is a significant barrier to making progress. This is why our Speech Pathologist often recommend an STA to help our clients achieve their goals.
How STA’s Support Therapy
Our STAs are guided by the treating Speech Pathologist to implement routine practise of individualised treatment plans. This means, STA services do not replace regular sessions with a qualified Speech Pathologist. In this model of service-delivery, the Speech Pathologist will continue to work with the client regularly to monitor progress and adjust therapy activities according to their individual needs.
The STAs role is to support the client to carry out routine, regular practice in a flexible and affordable way. STAs are charged at a lower rate than the speech pathologist, so working with an STA can be a cost-effective solution for people who require ongoing therapy.
Benefits of Working with an STA
Clients working with an STA can expect to engage in a range of activities tailored to their therapy goals. These activities often involve:
- Practicing speech sounds
- Improving vocabulary
- Working on language comprehension
- Social skills
- Problem solving.
STA’s can be implemented therapy goals with the use games, visual aids, or structured exercises to keep sessions fun and effective.
Additionally, STAs offer a cost-effective solution for families requiring regular therapy sessions, as their services are billed at a lower rate than a Speech Pathologist. This model allows clients to receive consistent, personalised therapy while maintaining affordability.
Get Started with a Speech Therapy Assistant
Finding the right support for speech therapy can make a significant difference in achieving communication goals. Our Speech Therapy Assistants (STAs) provide a structured, engaging, and cost-effective way to ensure regular practice and progress. If you or your loved one could benefit from STA support, reach out today.
For more information, feel free to call us at (03) 6234 5717.
