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Melbourne Paediatric Speech Therapy in the Western Suburbs
About us
Helping Children Shine Through Personalised Speech Therapy
At JC Pediatric Therapy, we provide child‑centred speech therapy for toddlers, preschoolers, and school‑aged children. Our Melbourne speech pathologists use evidence‑based strategies to support speech clarity, language development, and social communication.”
By offering early, tailored intervention, we help children build strong foundations for lifelong learning, connection, and success. We are here to walk alongside you, supporting your child as they grow into their fullest potential.
“Comprehensive speech assessments and personalised therapy plans”
“Early intervention for speech delays and late talkers”
“NDIS‑funded children’s speech therapy available”
✔ Holistic, child‑centred care
✔ Early and proactive support
✔ Evidence‑based speech therapy
✔ Neurodiversity‑affirming practice
Hi! I’m Criselda, some know me as Crissa. I am a paediatric speech-language pathologist who used to be based in the Philippines. Now I am in West Melbourne and do home and school visits with JC Paediatric Therapy. Nice to meet you!
Criselda Apostol
Lead Speech Pathologist in Melbourne, Western Suburbs
Areas of Speech Therapy
Speech Sounds
We support children who have difficulty producing certain sounds or whose speech may be hard to understand. Therapy helps them speak more clearly and confidently
Early Literacy
We assist children with reading, spelling, writing, and foundational pre‑literacy skills to support strong learning as they grow.
Language Skills
We help children who find it challenging to understand language or express themselves. This includes building vocabulary, forming sentences, following instructions, and communicating their ideas.
Social Communication
We work with children who need support with social interaction skills — such as turn‑taking, understanding social cues, initiating play, and building meaningful connections with others.
Comprehensive Speech Therapy Services for Children
Early Intervention Speech Therapy
Providing timely support to children exhibiting speech and language delays, ensuring they develop essential communication skills during critical developmental periods.
Speech Delay Support
Tailored strategies aimed at assisting children who are experiencing slower speech development, fostering confidence and effective communication.
Language Development Support
Comprehensive assistance to enhance vocabulary, sentence structure, and expressive language abilities in young learners.
Communication Skills for Children
Focused interventions to improve both verbal and non-verbal communication, enabling children to interact effectively in various settings.
Speech Assessment for Kids
Professional evaluations to accurately identify speech and language concerns, forming the foundation for personalized therapy plans.
Child Communication Milestones
Guidance on developmental benchmarks to monitor progress and ensure children are on track with their speech and language growth.
Parent‑Friendly Therapy Plans
Accessible and easy-to-understand strategies that empower parents to support their child’s speech development at home.
Play‑Based Speech Therapy
Engaging, playful approaches that make learning fun while effectively addressing speech and language goals.
Helping Children Grow Their Voice with Paediatric Speech Therapy
Early, Supportive Speech Therapy for Children Across Melbourne