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https://www.necessitykids.com.au/blog/what-every-parent-should-know monthly 0.5 2021-10-26 https://www.necessitykids.com.au/blog/abg0l7mheibpd0c4j3rxdfdp1y5lj9 monthly 0.5 2025-07-16 https://www.necessitykids.com.au/blog/is-homework-between-sessions-important monthly 0.5 2021-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/cdd37c4b-95ff-4117-b989-4856871ec0b2/Homework+banner.png Blog - Is homework between sessions important? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.necessitykids.com.au/blog/why-early-language-learning-is-vital-for-your-childs-developmentnbsp monthly 0.5 2021-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/1631834950248-U66FBVANQJ6L34YZHU29/Picture+1.png Blog - Why early language learning is vital for your child’s development ? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.necessitykids.com.au/blog/has-your-child-had-a-language-test-and-received-standard-scores-and-percentiles monthly 0.5 2021-08-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/1629880495380-8CU6MBSQP7VCKEX04OX7/Picture+1.png Blog - Has your child had a language test and received standard scores and percentiles? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.necessitykids.com.au/blog/why-is-my-child-on-the-spectrum-so-fussy-with-food monthly 0.5 2025-07-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/1628318690847-D18NNN1WJF7C426MM9SD/NK+blog+1+-+choice+board.jpg Blog - Why is my child on the spectrum so fussy with food? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.necessitykids.com.au/faqs daily 0.75 2025-05-29 https://www.necessitykids.com.au/speech-pathology daily 0.75 2025-07-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/1605491013628-WFZZ2PUKD9AGGPVIM5Z4/Nec-kids-shoot-one-6.jpg Speech Pathology - Speech Pathology (also known as Speech Therapy) supports individuals who experience challenges with communication. For young children, this includes learning to speak clearly, using age-appropriate grammar, forming sentences, sequencing ideas, and understanding and following complex instructions. As children grow, speech therapy can assist with more advanced skills such as writing, comprehension, and social communication. Speech Pathologists also work with individuals who stutter, have voice disorders, or who require support communicating without spoken language. This may involve the use of sign language, visual supports, or communication technology (e.g. speech-generating apps). In addition, speech therapy can help with feeding challenges and oral motor coordination — supporting safe and effective eating and drinking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/0fa47317-4ab5-43ab-b51c-84d7ad99ca47/3.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/a3490209-6627-4a7f-b570-76581735633a/1.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/81e303cd-12de-4087-a9ee-1839ee0ec399/2.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/10d2d612-000c-4618-a5db-ea144f9939f6/5.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/1605491083794-CWOXIYIYBBJNWK1VCAMW/Nec-kids-shoot-one-61.jpg Speech Pathology - Speech pathology sessions are held at our Dapto clinic. We work towards individualised goals and provide you with practical strategies and tasks to support progress at home. At Necessity Kids, we tailor therapy goals to align with your child’s stage of development, ensuring that learning in therapy complements their overall educational journey. We also offer group sessions and holiday intensives throughout the year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/1605491162341-W5DETVLDZGANDZ99QV4N/Nec-kids-shoot-one-23.jpg Speech Pathology - Session Structure and Billing Information Allied Health Assistant sessions and sessions with qualified therapists are 30 minutes in duration. For NDIS-funded sessions, billing is based on a 1-hour service. This includes 45 minutes of direct, face-to-face therapy and 15 minutes allocated to essential documentation and administrative tasks, as required under NDIS guidelines. In some cases, your child’s school or preschool may fund on-site therapy services. 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Whether your child is experiencing feeding difficulties, sleep challenges, colic, unsettled behaviour, or musculoskeletal concerns, our hands-on approach is designed to restore balance and help their body function at its best. Using gentle techniques tailored to your child’s age and needs, we work with the body's natural ability to heal, grow, and thrive. We collaborate closely with parents and other healthcare professionals to ensure your child receives comprehensive care in a calm and nurturing environment. Our goal is to support healthy growth, movement, and comfort through every stage of childhood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/81e303cd-12de-4087-a9ee-1839ee0ec399/2.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/a3490209-6627-4a7f-b570-76581735633a/1.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/d1c75b3b-1fff-4462-ab3e-988809b06117/Untitled+design-13.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/10d2d612-000c-4618-a5db-ea144f9939f6/5.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9f4e2406e786235f73a57c/1605481870797-W5RAKI0A9GQH5GUEISF4/NECESSITY-HEALTH-CLINIC-73.jpg Paediatric Osteopathy - "As a parent and osteopath, I understand how much you want your child to feel comfortable in their body. 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T he first counselling session typically involves a conversation between the counsellor and the child’s parents or carers. This initial meeting helps the counsellor gain a clear understanding of the child’s current challenges, developmental history, and any relevant background. It’s also an opportunity to meet the child and begin developing a therapy plan. Ongoing counselling sessions are tailored to the child’s age, needs, and personality. For children aged 4 to 12 years, therapy may involve one or more of the following approaches: Play therapy Expressive therapies (e.g. art, drama, sand tray, storytelling) Talking therapy Our counsellors maintain regular communication with parents or carers to ensure transparency and collaboration. Updates may be provided via email, phone, or scheduled in-person meetings, depending on what suits your family best. 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