Speech Pathology in Battery Point, Hobart

Helping your child find their voice

Specialist speech therapy for children and young adults with communication challenges — from first words to complex needs. In-clinic, at home, at school, or in the community.

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) | 10+ years experience

Child engaging in speech therapy session
How We Help

Therapy that meets your child where they are

Every child communicates differently. Prue works across the full spectrum of communication needs — from speech clarity to alternative communication systems.

Speech & Language Therapy

Building vocabulary, grammar, and sentence skills so your child can express what they're thinking and feeling.

Autism & Developmental Support

Specialist therapy for children with ASD and developmental delays, tailored to their unique communication profile.

AAC & Complex Communication

Speech-generating devices, Key Word Sign, and low-tech visual aids for children with limited or no verbal language.

Flexible Session Locations

After the initial appointment, sessions can happen at home, school, or in the community. Therapy fits around your family's life.

Meet Your Therapist

Prue Westland

Prue holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) from the University of Tasmania and a Master of Speech Pathology from La Trobe University. A Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) and member of Speech Pathology Australia, she has spent over a decade helping children and young adults with communication challenges — from speech delays and autism to AAC and complex needs. She works in-clinic at Battery Point, as well as at home, school, and in the community.

Prue Westland — Speech Pathologist

Trusted by Hobart families

10+ Years of clinical experience
CPSP Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
2 University degrees (UTas + La Trobe)

"Prue's patience and creativity with therapy activities keeps my son engaged and excited to learn. We've seen incredible progress in just six months."

Michelle R. Parent of 5-year-old

"Prue made us feel heard from the very first session. Our son is now using two-word phrases for the first time."

Sarah M. Parent of 4-year-old

"The AAC system has changed everything. Our daughter can finally tell us what she wants and how she feels."

James & Lina T. Parents of 8-year-old
Getting Started

Your child's communication journey starts here

1

Get in touch

Call or email to tell us about your child. We'll answer your questions and check availability.

2

Initial assessment

Prue meets your child in-clinic at Battery Point to understand their communication strengths and challenges.

3

Personalised plan

You'll receive a clear therapy plan with goals tailored to your child's needs, including funding options (private, Medicare, or NDIS).

4

Ongoing therapy

Regular sessions in-clinic, at home, at school, or in the community. Progress reviews keep you informed every step of the way.

Common questions from parents

Ready to take the first step?

Every child deserves to be understood. Get in touch to talk about how Prue can help your child communicate with confidence.

Book a Session