About Us
Play. Articulation. Language. Social support
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Welcome to PALS where we believe that improving communication skills can be a journey full of fun and connection.
We're a mobile speech pathology practice set on a mission to help young people express themselves and engage meaningfully with the world around them.
Our speech pathologist Rosie currently services clients in Bendigo and surrounds.
Our Approach
We utilize a strengths-based, goal-oriented and neurodiversity affirming approach to support children, adolescents, and young adults, as well as those who communicate with them.
Therapy sessions are conducted in naturalistic settings, including kindergartens and schools.
Meet Rosie
Registered Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia
Rosie is a warm, passionate, and enthusiastic speech pathologist who completed her Masters of Speech Pathology at the University of Melbourne. Rosie loves supporting young people and families to build confident communication skills in ways that feel positive, meaningful and aligned with each individual's needs. With experience working across private practice and community settings such as kindergartens and primary schools, Rosie brings a flexible and supportive approach to therapy within a range of everyday environments.
Using client-led, family-centred, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches, Rosie is committed to creating therapy experiences where young people feel understood, supported, and proud of their progress. As a neurodivergent clinician herself, Rosie brings both professional training and lived experience to her work, and aims to create supports that are enjoyable and empowering for young people and families, celebrating strengths, building confidence, and supporting communication at each person's own pace.
Areas of Practice
At PALS, we specialize in:
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Early language development
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Parent and/or educator coaching
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Speech sound production
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Literacy skills
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Neuro-affirming social communication supports
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We are dedicated to helping young people thrive. Through a compassionate, individualised approach, we work to develop communication skills and support meaningful participation in everyday life.​​
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Let's be PALS
Please fill in this referral form to inquire about our speech therapy services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to be seen at PALS?
You do not need a referral to attend an appointment, PALS Speech Pathology provides services to private clients.
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Can I use a Medicare Chronic Disease Management plan or M10?
Yes, if eligible you may use a Medicare rebate when receiving Speech Pathology services. To claim a rebate, you will need to obtain a CDM plan or M10 from your GP or Paediatrician. A CDM plan consists of a maximum rebate of $61.34 per session for five allied health sessions per calendar year. Whereas, the M10 consists of a maximum rebate of $87.25 per session and has a lifetime cap of 8 assessment sessions and 20 treatment sessions up to the age of 25. Specific eligibility criteria applies.
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Can I use NDIS funding?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a nationwide funding program. PALS Speech Pathology provides services to NDIS participants whose funds are self-managed or plan-managed. Services for NDIS agency managed funding is not provided through PALS Speech Pathology at this time.
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What if I need to cancel my appointment?
PALS Speech Pathology is committed to providing a high level of client care. As part of this commitment, there is a 24 hour cancellation policy for all appointments. A late cancellation fee will be incurred for cancellations made within 24 hours and a non-attendance fee will be incurred for clients who fail to attend their appointments.
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How much do sessions cost?
Sessions at PALS Speech Pathology are $193.99 per hour. This fee applies for intake, assessment and/or therapy sessions. Travel expenses are not included in this figure and are charged at 50% of the hourly session rate.
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How long do therapy sessions go for?
Therapy sessions are billed hourly with approximately 45 minutes of direct therapy and the remaining 15 minutes covers session notes, home practice resources and any relevant communication with families or educators.