Fluency
Fluency challenges can affect how easily and smoothly a person speaks. These challenges may include frequent pauses, repeating sounds, or rushing through words. Speech Therapy can help by teaching techniques to improve flow, reduce tension, and build confidence in communication
What is Stuterring?
Stuttering affects the natural flow of speech and may cause a child to repeat sounds, stretch out words, or get stuck when trying to speak.
You might hear things like:
⦁ “I-I-I want that”
⦁ “Sssssssoup
⦁ Long pauses when your child is trying to get a word out
Stuttering can make it harder for children to share their thoughts and may impact their confidence, especially in social or school settings. Speech Therapy can support your child in building smoother, more confident speech.
Our Evidence-Based Approach
At Kinspire we follow a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to fluency therapy, combining:
Current Research Evidence
Our therapy approach is based on well researched and evidence-based methods, such as the Lidcombe and Camperdown Programs which help build communication confidence.
Clinical Expertise
Our speech pathologists are experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults with fluency challenges.
Client-centred Goals
Therapy is personalised to align with the individual’s unique communication needs, preferences, and life circumstances.
Fluency Services We Offer
Comprehensive Fluency Assessments
We conduct detailed evaluations to identify the nature and severity of the fluency disorder. Assessment tools include:
- Observing speech in different settings (e.g., conversation, reading).
- Measuring stuttering frequency, duration, and associated behaviours.
- Exploring emotional and cognitive factors linked to communication difficulties.
Personalised Therapy Plans
After a thorough assessment, we create a therapy plan that suits your child’s needs. This may include:
⦁ Fluency Shaping Strategies: Helping your child develop smoother speech by practising:
⦁ Slower, more relaxed speaking
⦁ Easy beginnings to words and sounds
⦁ Smooth, connected speech
⦁ Stuttering Modification Techniques: Supporting your child to feel more in control when stuttering happens by:
⦁ Learning to recognise and reduce stuttering triggers
⦁ Practising gentle, voluntary stuttering to build confidence
⦁ Adjusting speech tension and timing
⦁ Emotional and Confidence Support: We help children manage the emotional side of stuttering, including fear, frustration, or negative self-talk, through practical and supportive techniques.
Family and Caregiver Involvement
Families play a critical role in fluency development. We provide:
- Training in supportive communication techniques.
- Guidance on creating a low-pressure speaking environment.
Telehealth
- Flexible telehealth services for remote access.