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Empowering Little Voices to Shine

At Growing Stars, we believe every child deserves to communicate with confidence. Through evidence based therapy and compassionate support, we help children and families achieve meaningful progress in speech, language, and communication.

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Meet Lauren Lorandi

Director, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Lauren Lorandi is a dedicated and certified practising speech pathologist passionate about helping children discover their voice. She completed a Master of Speech Pathology from Griffith University (2020) and holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science from La Trobe University.

Lauren has worked with children with a variety of communication and developmental needs, including speech sound disorders, language delays, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She has undertaken additional training in the Lidcombe Program, Read 3, and Sounds-Write approaches, and has experience supporting children using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools.

Her goal is to make every therapy session fun, engaging, and effective helping children and parents reach their goals both inside and outside the clinic.

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About Us

At Growing Stars Speech Pathology, we help children build strong communication skills through engaging, evidence-based therapy. Every session is fun, supportive, and tailored to each child’s pace. By working closely with families, we create a positive, collaborative environment that empowers children to communicate with confidence and reach their full potential.
 
We are a Paediatric Speech Pathology Service, helping children aged between 2 – 18 years communicate with confidence through warm, evidence-based therapy. This is available online anywhere in Australia. 
 
Services we provide:
  • Articulation (speech clarity)
  • Receptive language (understanding and comprehension)
  • Expressive language (talking and use of words)
  • Play and social communication skills
  • Fluency (stuttering)
  • Literacy (reading and spelling) and early reading support
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
  • Autism services
  • Communication and pragmatic assessments
  • Building self-advocacy through neuroaffirming support

Why Choose Growing Stars Speech Pathology?

At Growing Stars Speech Pathology, we help children build strong communication skills through fun, supportive, and evidence based therapy while embracing your child’s strengths and interests.

Individualised Therapy Plans

We understand that every child learns differently. Each therapy session is carefully tailored to suit your child’s unique goals, abilities, and pace of development incorporating parental involvement.

Support for a Range of Needs

From late talkers and articulation challenges to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and communication delays. We provide comprehensive care to help every child find their voice.

Neuroaffirming Practice

We celebrate neurodiversity, honouring each child’s individuality and communication style with respect and understanding.

Evidence-Based Therapy

All therapy programs are grounded in current research and best-practice principles to ensure meaningful, measurable progress.

Our Speech Therapy Services

Supporting children and families through individualised, play-based intervention.

How to Get Started With Your Child’s Speech Pathology Journey

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Building self-advocacy through neuroaffirming support

Supporting children to understand and communicate their needs in a neuroaffirming way.
Supporting children to understand and communicate their needs in a neuroaffirming way.
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Autism services

Evidence-based strategies for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to improve social interaction and expressive language.
Evidence-based strategies for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to improve social interaction…
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Supporting children who benefit from visual communication tools or speech devices.
Supporting children who benefit from visual communication tools or speech devices.
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Literacy (reading and spelling) and early reading support

Assesses skills related to reading comprehension, spelling accuracy, and overall literacy development.
Assesses skills related to reading comprehension, spelling accuracy, and overall literacy development.
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Fluency (stuttering)

Evaluates the smoothness of speech and identifies disruptions like stammering or stuttering.
Evaluates the smoothness of speech and identifies disruptions like stammering or stuttering.
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Play and social communication skills

Examines skills like taking turns, shared attention , and using language appropriately in different social settings.
Examines skills like taking turns, shared attention , and using language appropriately…
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Expressive language (talking and use of words)

Measures how effectively a person can express their thoughts and ideas verbally.
Measures how effectively a person can express their thoughts and ideas verbally.
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Receptive language (understanding and comprehension)

Assesses the ability to understand and process spoken or written language.
Assesses the ability to understand and process spoken or written language.
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Communication and pragmatic assessments

Evaluates how a person uses language in social contexts, including understanding and following conversational rules.
Evaluates how a person uses language in social contexts, including understanding and…
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Articulation (speech clarity)

Focuses on the clarity of speech sounds and how clearly words are pronounced.
Focuses on the clarity of speech sounds and how clearly words are…

What Our Clients Say

“My son has delayed speech due to hearing difficulties and a cleft palate. He has been seeing Lauren since he was 18 months old. He is now 3 and the speech pathologists have worked so well with him and his language and articulation has improved significantly. He loves attending his sessions and they are very patient with him.”
Parent of a 3 year old
*Results vary for each child
“Lauren Lorandi has been providing speech therapy to my son for 4 months. She is an excellent therapist who always engages my son and provides beneficial support to him. Her engaging personality drives him to learn and I am already seeing significant progress. Thanks Lauren.”
Parent of a 12 year old
*Results vary for each child
“My child has been attending therapy sessions for a few months now. The therapists are wonderful and always make the sessions fun and engaging. Since starting, I’ve noticed a big boost in my child’s confidence and progress. I’m really grateful for the caring support provided.”
Parent of a 6 year old
*Results vary for each child.

Fees and Funding

We offer a range of funding options to support your child’s speech therapy journey. Growing Stars accepts NDIS self-managed and plan-managed participants, as well as private health insurance and Medicare rebates (CDMP Item 10970).

For full details about eligibility, rebates and pricing, please visit our full Fees page.

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Fees and Funding

Funding Options Accepted
The duration, frequency and appointment type will be personalised based on your child and family’s needs, goals and current research evidence. This will be discussed and decided collaboratively.

The following funding options are accepted:
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Growing Stars provides services for participants who are:

⦁ Plan managed
⦁ Self managed

Currently, we are unable to provide services for NDIA managed participants.

*Please refer to the NDIS website for more information on eligibility.
Rebates You May Qualify For
You may be eligible for rebates or funding through:

⦁ Private Health Insurance 
⦁ National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) — self-managed and plan-managed participants
⦁ Medicare – Chronic Disease Management Plan (Item 10970) 

*Please liaise with your GP to determine your child’s eligibility and provide relevant paperwork.
Therapy Fees & Charges
Assessments and Report Writing: $193.99 per hour (pro rated). 
Therapy Sessions: $242.49 (45 minutes direct therapy + 30 minutes indirect service inc. planning and documentation)
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Book an appointment to begin your child’s speech pathology journey. We will contact you to organise an initial consultation and guide you through the next steps.

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    How to Get Started

    Get in Touch

    Book an appointment to begin your child’s speech pathology journey. We will contact you to organise an initial consultation and guide you through the next steps.

    Initial Consultation

    Your first session is an opportunity to discuss your child’s communication and developmental history. Together, we identify strengths, set goals, and create a tailored therapy plan. This session is completed via Telehealth.

    Therapy Sessions

    Therapy begins using evidence-based programs that promote consistent progress. Building a strong rapport with your child is a priority. Sessions are warm, supportive, and engaging. Therapy is typically weekly or fortnightly depending on your child’s needs and goals. Parents are encouraged to participate.

    The Benefits of Telehealth

    Our telehealth speech pathology services make high-quality care accessible to every child, regardless of location. Whether you live regionally, prefer the convenience of home, or need flexible scheduling around school, online sessions deliver the same personalised, evidence-based therapy as face-to-face services.

    • Stay consistent with therapy
    • Save travel time
    • Access flexible scheduling
    • Easily coordinate sessions with school
    • Achieve meaningful communication progress from anywhere

    I have delivered speech pathology services via Telehealth for over five years and have seen excellent outcomes for children and families. Telehealth is an effective, practical, and proven way to access quality speech pathology support.

    Please note: while therapy sessions can be delivered online, formal assessments must be conducted in person.

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