Speech Pathology
A Speech Pathologist can diagnose and treat difficulties with speaking, listening, reading, writing, and stuttering due to developmental delays, disabilities, stroke, or hearing loss.
Our Speech Pathologists assist infants and toddlers with speech delays and can assist children and teenagers with literacy difficulties, speech delays and language delays. Our qualified Speech Pathologists also see a range of adults to aid with swallowing disorders, stroke patients and a variety of language and speech difficulties. Belinda and Annaleise provide a range of services tailored to individual clients needs to help them achieve their communication goals.
Belinda Riethmuller
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Senior Speech Pathologist/Director
Belinda has a wide range of experience delivering Speech Pathology services to clients of all ages. Prior to commencing at Dalby Allied Health, Belinda worked in paediatrics and child development at Toowoomba Base Hospital for eight years. Belinda’s special interest areas are infant and toddler feeding, functional communication support across the lifespan, early intervention for speech and language and early diagnosis and parent training for communication.
Annaleise Trelour
Speech Pathologist
Annaleise joined Dalby Allied Health in 2019 after completing her degree at Southern Cross University, returning to the area to be close to her hometown.
She is a warm and compassionate Speech Pathologist, dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults work towards their individual communication goals. With a passion for fostering functional communication, Annaleise empowers clients to take part in meaningful activities that matter to them.
Her clinical interests include:
📘 Literacy (reading and writing support)
🗣️ Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)
🧒 Paediatric language development and adult language
🌱 Social communication skills
🍴 Swallowing support for both children and adults
Annaleise is known for her gentle, client-focused approach. She blends evidence-based methods with engaging, enjoyable activities to make therapy both effective and fun. This style ensures that clients feel motivated and supported while progressing toward their goals.
Joshua Dodd
Speech Pathologist
Joshua joined our team in 2023 as a Speech Pathologist. Joshua enjoys working with families to achieve their communication goals. He is inspired by his clients as he watches them thrive, especially Peadiatric clients as they develop their speech and language skills. Josh is available Monday - Friday.
FAQs
Do I need a referral to access Speech Pathology services at DAH?
While a referral is beneficial for our providers to gain a brief insight into the reason required for your visit and your medical history, it is not required.
Am I eligible for a Medicare or Private Health Insurance rebate?
We offer a variety of options to help assist you or your child in accessing quality Speech Pathology services. We recommend consulting with your Doctor in regards to accessing Speech Pathology services through Medicare Enhanced Primary Care Plan (EPC).
Alternatively, we recommend consulting with your Private Health Insurer in regard to your level of cover.
How do I book an initial appointment?
Please contact our friendly reception on 4662 0459 to arrange an initial consultation with one of our Speech Pathologists. Please note that initial appointments are 60 minutes in duration in order to gain a detailed understanding of the reason for your visit and to formulate a future treatment plan.