Advances in modern technology mean that speech and language therapy services can now be offered live online. Speech Therapy Online is the flexible and cost effective way for many people to receive speech therapy services. All you need is a good internet connection. icommunicate can now deliver a service anywhere in the World, and our initial assessment is free (approximate savings over $100).

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How does it work?
Online consultations are conducted live via an internet connection. The therapist communicates with the client via an internet link which provides good sound quality, and where possible a webcam can also be used. Therapy materials are administered via the VDU screen and can be seen by both the client and the therapist simultaneously. Any additional materials and homework programs can be emailed. Therapy activities will generally be the same as those delivered in a face-to-face clinical environment. All you need is a computer, good internet connection, headphones (preferable) or speakers and a microphone (which is often already fitted on your computer). A webcam is not essential, but may be helpful in some cases. All online assessment and services provided by icommunicate are conducted by qualified and certified speech and language therapists, and full guidance will be given to help you login and connect with us.

• Language Difficulties - expressive and receptive language difficulties, specific language impairment, and word finding difficulties

• Literacy Difficulties and Dyslexia- online therapy is an ideal way to work on literacy difficulties.

• Training - if you need training relating to speech and communication difficulties, autism, special needs, or setting assistive communication devices or systems, this can be provided online

How much does it cost?

Our rates are generally lower than face to face therapy as we do not have any travel or clinic costs. Please contact us about our rates. Our initial assessment is free*

Fees for schools are the same as individual fees, but if your school has 3 or more pupils that undertake regular therapy sessions, we offer discounts.

Our prices include therapy homework programmes and any resources that are supplied.

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or see our fact-sheet with more information about icommunicate's online speech therapy service .

Speech Therapy Online (Telepractice)

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How does Tele-practice work?

Testomonial

Johan Langfield undertook an assessment of the communication needs of our 15 year old daughter, who has severe multiple disabilities and is non-verbal. He showed a high level of skill, understanding, and knowledge, to complete a thorough assessment of her needs and capabilities, and was then able to successfully obtain funding for a computerised device that meets those requirements. He also provided training, both at school and at home, to ensure everyone will get optimal use from it. His work was at all times thorough, considerate, professional, and of the highest calibre. We would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending him to anyone requiring the specialist services of a Speech/Language Therapist".
Pat and Steve Fox, Oamaru

Do you want to be an online Speech Pathologist?

icommunicate does not currently have any vacancies, but because we have many enquiries relating to online therapy from speech pathologists we have written a guide about how you can set up your own online service.

Advances in modern technology mean that telepractice can be an effective tool for the treatment of people with speech, language and communication difficulties and disorders. icommunicate was one of the first organisations to start using telepractice as part of its service delivery. Telepractice offers many advantages for both the therapist and client. The speech pathologists at icommunicate have put together a simple guide to help you set-up your own telepractice service. The guide includes information about the equipment you need, how to set-up an online session, how to prepare assessment and therapy materials, billing, and advertising.

To find out more, order the icommunicate Guide to Telepractice and see how easy it is to add online clients to your caseload - Click here.

See the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) Position Statement regarding Telepractice. ASHA also provides some other interesting articles relating to online speech therapy:

Telepractice for SLPs and Audiologists

Knowledge and Skills Needed by Speech-Language Pathologists Providing Clinical Services via Telepractice

* Please note, the terms speech therapist, speech pathologist, speech language therapist / pathologist all refer to same type of professional with the same qualifications and skills to practice. In some countries communication professionals are referred to as therapists, and in other countries they are referred to as pathologists.