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. Belindaโ€™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:

  • ๐Ÿ“˜ Literacy (reading and writing support)

  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)

  • ๐Ÿง’ Paediatric language development and adult language

  • ๐ŸŒฑ Social communication skills

  • ๐Ÿด 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.

She is currently on maternity leave and looks forward to rejoining the team soon.

Joshua Dodd

Speech Pathologist

Joshua originally joined the team as an Allied Health Therapy Assistant. He has now finished his re entry program into Speech Pathology profession & is now fully qualified Speech Pathologist.
Most of his time will be spent supporting people with their communication goals. He's keen to see people thrive by helping them to grow & develop their speech and language skills to get things done. 

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.

Let us help you achieve your communication goals