Talking at Tiffany’s

01/04/2026

Do Speech Pathologists work with adults?

Yes. Although the majority of clients seen by Speech Pathologists are children we do work with adults. I have worked in hospitals, nursing homes and with adults in community settings and at home.

Speech Pathologists work with adults who experience:
* Stuttering or fluency issues
* Cognitive/Communication problems (after brain injury or neurological illness) - memory, attention, organising thoughts, social communication
* Communication after illness or injury: stroke, Parkinson’s, MS, Brain Injury, Motor Neurone Disease
* Voice problems - hoarse voice, voice fatigue, loss of voice after surgery or illness
* Accent reduction
* Swallowing difficulties - trouble swallowing food or liquids safely (often with adults in a hospital or nursing home)

I currently have capacity to see adults in their homes. Feel free to contact me or scan the QR Code to my intake form.

Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au
Mobile: 0478 836 470

** I can see adults who have private health insurance or NDIS Funding (if they are self managed or plan managed).

23/03/2026

What to expect?
Parents are often concerned about their child's speech and language development and whether it is age appropriate. Each child is different but there is a general pattern to language development:

* By the age of 1 a child should be able to understand simple commands, recognise their name and begin to say a few words (e.g. ‘mama’, ‘dad’).

* By the age of 2 a child should be able to understand simple sentences and questions, have a vocabulary of about 50 words and begin to use 2-word phrases (e.g. ‘all gone’).

* By the age of 3 a child should be able to follow directions, ask questions and put 3-4 words together in a phrase.

* By the age of 4 a child should be able to understand colours and shapes, use 4-5-word sentences and ask a range of ‘Wh’ questions.

* By the age of 5 a child should be able to follow simple 3-part directions, use sentences with at least 6 words, and retell things that have happened.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child's speech and language development contact me or scan the QR Code to my intake form.

Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au
Mobile: 0478 836 470

17/03/2026

Thank you to Glen's Bakery Cafe at The Oaks for hosting the Camden chapter.
Glen’s Bakery Café is your go-to place for homemade pastries and cakes. When we met at 7am the Cafe was already busy with local tradies grabbing essential fuel to start the day - coffee and some delicious pies or sausage rolls.

The unique location on the Barkers Lodge Road ridge and in the proximity of the Burragorang Valley and lookout makes it a very inviting destination. Specialty products include widely famous lamingtons, mouth watering slices and melt in the mouth donuts. When you're there make sure you check out Glen's Hot Cross Pudding especially in time for Easter.

* Gluten free options are available.

"OMG if St Peter served those lamingtons at the Pearly Gates I would be trying harder to get there." Lisa Thomas SWNG Camden Member.

2/65 John Street The Oaks
(02) 4657 1566

12/03/2026

Thank you Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney

Don’t forget the Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney Market day. This Saturday 14th March from 8am to 12pm at
13 McPherson Rd Smeaton Grange
Whether you are looking to buy or donate goods come along and support the life saving work of

Lifeline’s 24 hour 13 11 14 crisis support services.

On behalf of Camden SWNG chapter member Veronica MacDonald CEO Lifeline MWS

09/03/2026

Thanks to Tara from Ask Tara for the updated design on my new business card.
3 years after I asked her to design my first business card it was time for an update.

I'm still running my mobile speech therapy business in the local Camden/Narellan/Oran Park area and loving it. I get to work with children with speech and language disorders in their homes with their parents. I'm constantly in awe of parents of children with disabilities and how they manage caring for the needs of their children in all areas - physical, emtional, developmental, intellectual, educational, social and so much more. Speech therapy with a child in their own home supports the child in an environment which they feel the most comfortable and helps out parents who are often busy and trying to manage many appointments across 1 week.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child's speech and language development please contact me:
Mobile: 0478 836 470
Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au

04/02/2026

Why did I start my business, Talking at Tiffany's Speech Therapy?

I graduated from Sydney University with a degree in Speech Pathology in 1998. I was 20, young, inexperienced and full of enthusiasm. My first job was at the Narellan Community Health Centre where I worked for 5 years. I then spent over a decade working for other people and started to wonder whether I could do a better job out on my own.

In September 2019 I registered the business name Talking at Tiffany’s Speech Therapy. I started planning, talking to other people who had their own businesses, developing my ideas and a logo. My mission statement was "To provide professional and affordable speech therapy to children and adults who need it, when they need it and where they need it."

In August 2022 I started working with my first clients and my business has continued to grow from there. I finally had a job I enjoyed and I was using my education and experience to make a difference in the lives of children in the local area.

I love having my own business and a small number of clients. I can focus more clearly on each child I work with developing meaningful and personal communication goals. With consistent therapy and the involvement of parents, I am thrilled to see these children reach their full potential. It has been challenging, rewarding and fulfilling all at the same time.

When I hear a child I have been working with for over a year who previously didn’t speak at all come running to the front door saying excitedly “It’s Tiffany. It’s Tiffany”, I remember why I do what I do.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child's speech and language skills please contact me.

Mobile: 0478 836 470
Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au

28/01/2026

I love hearing feedback from parents about the progress of their children who I'm seeing for speech therapy.

6 year old boy with Autism who I've been working with for a year
Mum: (home from work at the end of the day) What was your favourite part of today?
Child: Seeing Tiffany.

4 year old boy who was non-verbal when I started seeing him in June last year. He's been saying more single words and sometimes putting 2 words together.
Mum: He said "I love you" for the first time.

My heart was bursting with joy and pride. I was so happy to hear the children I work with making progress and making genuine and meaningful connections through their improved communication skills. This is why I do what I do. A big shout out to the parents who persevere and support their children with their challenges every single day.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about your child's speech and language development.

Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au
Mobile: 0478 836 470

26/01/2026

14/01/2026

A common question I hear is "Does a Speech Delay Always Mean Autism?"
No, and Here’s Why

It’s easy to worry when your child isn’t talking as expected—but a speech delay doesn’t automatically mean autism. Many 3-year-olds with delayed speech are not autistic. Some are simply developing at their own pace, while others may benefit from short-term speech therapy or support for something like a mild speech sound disorder. In some cases, a speech delay is part of a broader developmental delay but even then, it’s not the same as autism.

Here are a few signs that your child’s speech delay may not be related to autism:
* Strong social communication skils: Your child makes eye contact, responds to their name, and enjoys playing with others.
* Good comprehension: They follow simple instructions like “Time to clean your teeth. Let's go to the bathroom” or “Put it on the table,” even if they’re not speaking much yet.
* Use of gestures: They point, wave, or shake their head to communicate wants and needs.
* Steady progress: Even if slower than average, your child is picking up new words, sounds, or phrases over time.

I’m happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have about your child’s speech and language skills or to arrange an assessment.

Scan the QR code to fill in my intial enquiry form or
Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au
Mobile: 0478 836 470

19/12/2025

Wishing all my amazing clients, their families and my supportive friends a very happy and safe Christmas and New Year. May 2026 be a year of peace, kindness and increasing love and happiness for all.

I'll be back in the office and on the road from Monday 5th January 2026. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about speech and language development or therapy for yourself or your children. I offer a first free meet and greet to potential new clients as well as full speech and langauge assessments plus reports.

Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au or
Mobile: 0478 836 470

28/11/2025

SWNG Christmas Party 2025
Networking in the MacArthur Area
PM me for details about how to join this awesome local networking group. Not for profit. Reasonable membership fees. Referrals and connection.

02/11/2025

Thank you to the team at No Home My Home for holding an Aussie Bush Dance last night at the Camden Equestrian Park to raise money for their amazing charity. It was great to hear about local people working tirelessly to put together these life changing bags full of useful new supplies for people who don't have a place to call home.

If you would like to support No Home My Home in any way (by donating, volunteering, or keeping an eye out for appropriate grants) contact
Email: nohomemyhome@gmail.com
Mobile: 0491 645 436