Together we foster optimal swallowing and communication across the lifespan.
We provide comprehensive assessment and treatment for swallowing, voice and communication difficulties for adults and paediatrics.
We are dedicated to identify your unique needs, provide tailored evidence-based treatment and collaboratively work together to achieve optimal outcomes and improved quality of life.
Our Services
Swallowing
Swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) can impact a person's ability to eat, drink, and take oral medications safely, which in turn affects their quality of life.
We offer comprehensive swallowing assessments, tailored mealtime and swallow rehabilitation programs.
Voice
Problems with voice quality and function (dysphonia) may arise from medical conditions, post surgery, head and neck cancer treatment and occupational usage.
We individualised assessment and management fostering optimal voice use.
Communication
We offer comprehensive assessment and intervention for a wide range of developmental and acquired speech and language difficulties across the lifespan.
Our approach ensures that each individual receives personalised care that respects their unique communication needs and promotes effective and meaningful interaction in their daily lives.
Chronic Cough & Laryngeal Dysfunction
Persistent cough and abnormal throat sensations (e.g. throat irritation, pain, foreign body sensation) can be disruptive and frustrating.
We help identify and assist in the management of laryngeal dysfunction and chronic cough.
Head and Neck Cancer
Head and neck cancer, and other types of cancers (e.g. upper gastrointestinal, oesophageal, lung, breast and brain cancers) and their related treatments (surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy) can lead to difficulties with swallowing, speech, and voice.
We provide comprehensive support to cancer patients, offering tailored care at every stage of your treatment journey to help manage these side effects and enhance your quality of life.
Paediatric Feeding
We support infants and toddlers (0-3 years) with feeding difficulties, and we assist pre-school and school-aged children (3-12 years) who experience swallowing and mealtime challenges.
Our services are designed to help children develop safe, and effective feeding skills, and support parents ensuring positive mealtime experiences.
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About Us
Our director, Kirsty Axiak is a passionate and progressive speech pathologist committed to bringing the latest evidence-based treatment and innovative methods to facilitate optimal communication, swallowing, and voice across the lifespan.
As an experienced speech pathologist with over 10 years of experience working in private and public sectors treating adults and paediatrics, Kirsty has developed a diverse skill set to work with a wide range of language, speech, voice, and swallowing disorders.
With a passion for working collaboratively with clients, their families, and fellow healthcare professionals, Kirsty has helped numerous clients achieve their communication and swallowing goals and improve their quality of life.
Kirsty is committed to lifelong learning and staying up-to-date with the latest speech pathology research. Her strong dedication to evidence-based practices ensures that clients receive the best possible care.
At the core of Kirsty’s approach is the belief that every client has unique needs and requires a personalised treatment plan aligned to their goals. By working collaboratively with clients, Kirsty empowers them to take control of their own communication and swallowing skills and achieve their goals.
Together we can make a difference for the better!
– Kirsty Axiak
We are registered providers with Medicare, DVA and many private health funds. We see NDIS self-managed and plan-managed clients. You do not need a referral to see a Speech Pathologist, although your GP may refer you under a Medicare scheme that can provide rebates and assist in the continuity of your care.
Please contact us to see if Synergy Speech Pathology is the right fit for you!
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