Connect. Communicate. Thrive.

Speech Pathology for children & young people in Bangor, southern Sydney

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Connect. Communicate. Thrive.

Speech Pathology for children & young people in Bangor, southern Sydney

Explore our Services

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Building confidence through communication

WordUp Speech provides personalised, evidence-based speech pathology services for children, adolescents and young adults experiencing difficulties with speech, language, literacy, stuttering, social communication and voice.

Based in Bangor in Sydney's Sutherland Shire, our practice is owned and operated by experienced speech pathologists Danielle McGettigan and Catherine Plowes. We offer speech therapy and support face-to-face in our clinic, in educational settings and via telehealth.

If you're concerned about your child's speech, language or communication development, don't just "wait and see". Our friendly team is here to help.

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What services do we provide?

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Assessment

Our speech and language assessments help us understand how individuals communicate, identify their strengths and determine whether speech pathology support may be beneficial.

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Intervention

Intervention encompasses the various types of therapies we provide. We synthesize our assessment results with evidence-based practice to tailor therapy goals that align with our clients’ specific interests and needs. Every person is different, and to maximize therapeutic outcomes, it is crucial that our therapy goals are informed by what motivates our clients. Engagement is key to successful intervention.

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Education

We work closely with parents, carers, educators and other allied health professionals to share practical speech therapy strategies that can be used at home, at school and in everyday life. By working together, we can help individuals develop their communication skills beyond the therapy room.

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Meet us

Danielle and Catherine have both experienced firsthand what it's like to have family members who need speech pathology support.

This personal understanding means they recognise the challenges, celebrate the milestones and understand the realities of fitting therapy into busy family schedules.

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Testimonials

“Danielle and Cath have really helped both my daughters so much. I can’t recommend them highly enough”.

Melissa

“Danielle is an incredible speech therapist. Our son loves her and we feel so lucky to have finally found someone who can help him.”

Angela

“Catherine is an awesome speech therapist for our son. It is obvious she comes with a wealth of experience and she is excellent at interacting with and bringing out the best in our autistic son. All the staff there are very friendly and caring in their approach.”

Marty

Got questions?
We’ve got answers.

Have questions about speech pathology, appointments or how we can help? We've answered some of the most common questions about our speech therapy services.

Speech pathologists help people experiencing difficulties with speech, language, communication, literacy and voice.
At WordUp Speech, we provide assessment and therapy for:
- Speech sound difficulties and unclear speech
- Late talking and delayed language development
- Understanding and using language
- Reading, writing and spelling difficulties
- Stuttering
- Social communication difficulties
- Play skills and attention
- Voice disorders
Our therapy is tailored to each individual's strengths, needs and communication goals.
No, you don't need a referral to book an appointment with WordUp Speech. If you're concerned about your child's speech, language or communication development, you can contact us directly to discuss your concerns and arrange an initial assessment.
A GP referral may be required if you're planning to access certain Medicare rebates.
WordUp Speech is based in Bangor, southern Sydney, and offers flexible speech pathology services to suit individual needs.
Appointments are available:
- At our Bangor speech pathology clinic
- At preschools and schools, where arrangements allow
- Online through telehealth appointments
Speech and language skills develop at different rates. Sometimes additional support is needed.
You might consider contacting a speech pathologist if your child:
- Is not using as many words as expected for their age
- Is difficult for others to understand
- Has difficulty following instructions
- Struggles to express their thoughts or needs
- Repeats sounds or words or gets stuck when speaking
- Experiences difficulties with reading, spelling or language-based learning
If you're unsure whether your child's communication development is on track, a speech pathology assessment can help identify their strengths and any areas needing support.