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 Telehealth is also effective for voice therapy! A comprehensive review noted that six studies (both randomized and non-randomized), involving 233 patients, demonstrated that voice therapy through telepractice is feasible and yields results similar to in-person sessions (Gong et. al, 2024)

 The mounting body of evidence—spanning systematic reviews, RCTs, cohort studies, and clinical observations—strongly supports telehealth as a credible, effective, and user-friendly platform for delivering voice therapy. Especially during periods of limited access (like the COVID‑19 pandemic) or for clients in remote areas, telepractice offers a reliable alternative without compromising therapeutic outcomes. 

We take a collaborative approach to speech therapy, working closely with our clients and their families to develop personalized treatment plans. We believe that communication is a team effort, and we strive to empower our clients to take an active role in their own care. 

The research supports using telehealth in this context too! Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder showed significant improvement in language skills, including vocabulary and grammar, during telehealth sessions.

💬 Plus, parents were able to learn and use the therapy techniques themselves—right at home! (PMC, 2023)ith the latest research and techniques.

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There is currently very little research studying Auslan via telehealth. However,  families need intensive and ongoing exposure to Auslan—particularly facilitated learning—so that parents can effectively support their child. This is even more critical for regional and remote families, who face structural barriers in accessing services.

 In Australian rural school settings, tele‑SLT (speech‑language therapy) delivered via videoconference led to significant improvements in teacher-rated speech/language performance, class participation, and educational outcomes (Langbecker et al., 2019).

 We use evidence-based practices and personalized treatment plans to address each individual's unique needs. Our approach includes a combination of therapy techniques to ensure the most effective outcomes.   

Research shows that telehealth can be an effective platform for delivering social skills training, especially for children with communication difficulties such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and pragmatic language impairments.

• Systematic      Reviews and Meta-Analyses (Ellison et al., 2022; Sutherland et al.,      2018) have found that telepractice interventions targeting social      communication are generally as effective as in-person therapy, with      similar improvements in social interaction, conversational      skills, and emotional regulation.
• Parent-Mediated      Telehealth Models: Many studies emphasize the importance of coaching      parents through telehealth. When parents receive live coaching from speech      pathologists during sessions, children tend to show better      generalization of social skills into everyday life (Vismara et al.,      2018; Ingersoll et al., 2020).

2. Practical Outcomes for Children

• Children      receiving social skills interventions via telehealth have demonstrated      improvements in:
  • Initiating       and maintaining conversations
  • Understanding       and using nonverbal cues
  • Sharing       attention and turn-taking
  • Building       friendships and peer interactions
• Telehealth      allows therapists to observe and guide children in their natural home or      school environments, which can enhance real-world social skill use     (Simacek et al., 2021).

3. Advantages of Telehealth for Social Skills

• Increased      access: Families in rural or underserved areas can access specialized      social skills therapy without long travel times.
• Natural      environment learning: Telehealth sessions occur in familiar settings,      which helps children apply social skills in daily contexts.
• Flexibility:     Scheduling telehealth appointments can be easier, encouraging consistency.
• Parent      involvement: Parents actively participate in sessions, learning      strategies to reinforce skills throughout the week.

The existing peer-reviewed literature supports the effectiveness of telehealth in delivering literacy training through speech pathology services. Telepractice has been shown to be as effective as in-person therapy, leading to positive outcomes in literacy skills for children    

A systematic review and meta-analysis by Scott et al. (2024) examined randomized controlled trials comparing telehealth to face-to-face delivery of speech-language pathology services. The findings indicated that telehealth interventions were as effective as in-person therapy for children and adolescents with speech and language disorders, including literacy-related issues.

 Telepractice has been shown to be a valuable tool in the assessment and intervention of pediatric speech-language disorders, including literacy. A study by Anna Smith (2024) highlighted that telepractice offers increased access to services, improved client outcomes, and enhanced collaboration among speech-language pathologists (SLPs), caregivers, and other professionals. These benefits contribute to positive literacy outcomes for children receiving telehealth services.   

A study by  (Bekteshi et al.) found participants increased their independent use of AAC devices, and both clients and providers reported high satisfaction and acceptability of telehealth-delivered AAC services. 

 Dimian et al. (2018) demonstrated that caregivers coached through live telehealth sessions could successfully teach children (ages ~5 and 7) to use speech-generating devices (SGDs) to make requests. Children acquired these communicative skills across different settings.  Simacek et al. (2017) and related replication studies with children with Rett syndrome reinforced these findings: caregiver tele-coaching enabled reliable AAC implementation, often with fidelity ranging from 92% to 96%.