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Kairos Speech Therapy and Learning would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land we stand, the Wallumedegal clan, whose cultures and customs have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.

Kairos Speech Therapy

We are a speech pathology and occupational therapy clinic in North Ryde and Carlingford. We support children, adolescents and adults in English, Cantonese, Mandarin and Korean across clinic, mobile and telehealth sessions. We are a registered Medicare and NDIS provider.

We have some exciting news - we will be proving Counselling services at our clinic soon.

Whether you are ready to get started or just have a few questions, our team is here to help you take the next step!

Not sure which option to choose? The Halaxy form is best for more detailed enquiries.

Clinic Information

Location
3 and 4/1 Avon Road
North Ryde NSW 2113
Contact
info@kairosspeech.com.au
0477 377 537
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Our Approach - The Kairos Difference

Kairos, an ancient Greek word, means 'the crucial and right moment that creates the opportunity for significant accomplishment and change to be made'.

At Kairos, we are more than passionate Speech Pathologists - we are dedicated to making a real difference. What sets us apart is our genuine care for the individuals and families we work with. We prioritise building strong relationships and trust, ensuring therapy is not just effective but also meaningful.

We take great pride in delivering evidence-based, tailored therapy that uses each individual's strengths to help them grow. For us, it's all about those pivotal moments of progress and growth that change lives. We're here to create lasting impact - helping every person reach that light-bulb moment to learn and grow!

Our Team

Lois Cho
Director & Speech Pathologist

Lois is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist who graduated from University of Sydney and has over 13 years of experience. She has a strong passion for working with families and people of all ages to help them reach that light-bulb moment where learning finally makes sense, allowing them to flourish across different areas of life.

Qualifications:

  • Hanen- More than Words

  • Social skills programs e.g. Social Thinking Program, PEERS training for Adolescents and Young Adults

  • Lidcombe Program (Stuttering therapy)

  • Talk for Writing and Sounds~write

  • Key Word Sign

  • InsideOut Sensory trained therapist

  • Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT)

Languages: Korean and English

Iris Yamagishi
Senior Speech Pathologist

Iris is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist who graduated from the University of Sydney. As a mum of three, Iris builds strong, genuine connections with families and supports each child to reach their communication potential in a fun, meaningful way.

Qualifications:

  • Key word sign

  • Hanen (It takes two to talk)

  • DIR Floortime

  • Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT)

  • Evidence-based feeding courses (Responsive feeding etc)

Languages: Cantonese and English

Dorcas Kan
Speech Pathologist

Dorcas is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist who graduated with a Master of Speech and Language Pathology from University of Sydney. Dorcas supports children and adolescents through child-led, play-based therapy, with a strong focus on culturally diverse families and bilingual development to achieve meaningful, functional outcomes.

Qualifications:

  • Hanen (More than words)

  • Sounds~write

  • DIR Floortime

Languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Korean and Japanese

Helen Hwang
Speech Pathologist

Helen is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist who graduated from the University of Sydney. Helen is a creative, bilingual speech therapist who builds children’s confidence through engaging, collaborative therapy, with a warm and inclusive approach that supports those with behavioural needs.

Qualifications:

  • Evidence based intervention with severe speech sound disorders

  • Sounds~write

  • Neurodiversity affirming workshops

Languages: English and Korean

Erica Zhang
Speech Pathologist

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Valerie Chang
Speech Pathologist

Valerie is a Certified Practising Speech Pathology who graduated from University of Sydney. Valerie has a genuine passion for supporting children and their families to build strong, confident communication, taking the time to understand each child and working closely with families to help them reach their full potential.

Qualifications:

  • Evidence based intervention for stuttering and speech sound disorders

  • Neurodiversity affirming workshops

Languages: English and Mandarin

Jessica Suh
Occupational Therapist

Jessica is an occupational therapist who graduated from University of Sydney. She is currently on maternity leave.

Qualifications:

  • Additional training in home modifications, seating and play therapy

  • Sensory processing and primitive reflexes

  • TheraSuit Therapy

Languages: English and Korean

Celine Hui
Occupational Therapist

Celine is an occupational who graduated from University of Sydney. Celine is an experienced clinician across all age groups who delivers evidence-based, child-led therapy and loves celebrating the small wins with families.

Qualifications:

  • Additional training in play intervention, handwriting, toilet training

  • Accredited WeeFIM assessor

  • ESDM therapist

Languages: English, Mandarin and Cantonese

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Service Delivery

Clinic-based (North Ryde), Preschool, School and Home Visits and Telehealth (Online Therapy) to suit everyone's needs!

Our Services
Assessment and Intervention

  • Articulation (speech sounds)

  • Expressive Language (how a child expresses their thoughts and ideas using words)

  • Receptive Language (how a child understands language)

  • Pre-literacy skills (skills a child needs before learning how to read)

  • Literacy skills (reading and writing/spelling/comprehension)

  • Fluency/stuttering

  • Social Communication/Pragmatic skills (how a child uses language in a social situation)

  • Voice

  • Feeding/Swallowing

  • Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT), which incorporates: tongue tie, tongue thrust, tongue positioning for speech sounds, mouth breathing and oral habits.

Our Services
Group Therapy

We run groups during school terms as well as intensives during school holidays. There is a minimum of 3 no more than 6 in a group.​

We run Social Skills Groups, Preschool Social Skills and Language Groups and School Readiness and Literacy Groups.

Social Pairings

We run social pairings for children who require support for their social skills in a safe and fun environment! Individual sessions and social pairings work well together to help the child apply what they have learnt. We love social pairings because we get to see real friendships blossom!

Our Services

Special Interests Holiday Program

In the school holidays, we run three groups that are based on special interests:
- Foodie Friends 
- Crafty Connections
- Curious Kids Lab (Science)

These groups aim to create an environment where children with shared interests can build social connections and communication skills and learn about the world around them through different experiences and their creativity! 

We have a maximum of 8 spots in each group.

Our Services

Allied Health Assistant Support

Our Allied Health Assistants (AHA) are in their third or final year of studying Speech Pathology and have completed specialty units specific to speech therapy. They can implement routine therapy programs for individuals and groups, under the guidance of a qualified and certified Speech Pathologist.

All goals and therapy programs are created by the Speech Pathologist. The AHA will only administer the therapy program at the clinic, client's home or school and will document progress and will report directly to the supervising Speech Pathologist.

Please note that AHA Support does not replace speech therapy but complements speech therapy by providing extra support through the AHA.

Funding

Chronic Disease Management Plan (Medicare)

Clients may be eligible for five Medicare-funded sessions with a rebate of $60.35/session. Our clinic does not bulk bill. A plan can be obtained and used every calendar year and your GP will determine eligibility. We are registered Medicare providers.

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

We are an approved and registered provider of NDIS for Agency-Managed clients accessing Therapeutic Supports Budget. We can also see Self-Managed and Plan-Managed NDIS clients.

Private Health Funds

If you have private health insurance, your cover may entitle you to a rebate for Speech Pathology Services. You will need to confirm with your health fund to ensure your level of cover. We are registered with most private health funds.


Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding funding for Speech Therapy.

Contact Us

3 and 4/1 Avon Road, North Ryde 2113

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3/1 Avon Road
North Ryde 2113

0477 377 537

info@kairosspeech.com.au