How Telehealth Therapy Works: Flexible, Accessible Support for Your Family

Busy schedules, travel challenges, or unexpected illness shouldn’t stop you from accessing therapy. That’s why South Coast Therapy & Support Group offers Telehealth sessions—a convenient, secure way to receive speech pathology and occupational therapy support from home, school, or anywhere with an internet connection.

In this blog, we’ll explain how Telehealth works, who it’s for, and why it’s a valuable option for many families across the Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions.

What Is Telehealth Therapy?

Telehealth therapy is when you connect with your therapist online using secure video conferencing. It’s just like a regular session—only instead of coming into the clinic, you and your child log in from your own space.

We use Telehealth to provide:

Speech pathology
Occupational therapy
Parent coaching sessions
Therapy reviews and planning meetings
NDIS consultation and goal-setting support

Sessions are engaging, personalised, and tailored to your child’s goals and abilities—just like in-person therapy.

When Do Families Use Telehealth?

We offer Telehealth as a flexible alternative for a range of situations, including:

When a child or family member is unwell but still wants to maintain therapy continuity
If transport or travel to the clinic is difficult
During periods of bad weather or local emergencies
For families living in remote or regional areas
To support school or home-based programs in collaboration with caregivers or teachers
For follow-up reviews or planning meetings that don’t require hands-on therapy

What Does a Telehealth Session Look Like?

Depending on your child’s age, goals, and therapy type, a session may include:

Interactive games and activities using everyday objects or online tools
Visual supports and screen sharing for literacy, speech, or motor planning
Movement-based tasks guided by the therapist for sensory or gross motor goals
Parent-led activities with real-time coaching and support
Discussion, review, and strategy development with caregivers

Sessions are designed to be fun, functional, and focused on your therapy goals.

Is Telehealth Effective?

Yes! Research shows that Telehealth can be just as effective as in-person therapy for many clients—especially when:

Sessions are consistent
Goals are clearly defined
Families are supported with guidance and feedback

Our therapists use the same evidence-based approaches online as they do in person, and we work with you to make sure your child stays engaged and supported throughout.

What You’ll Need for a Session

All you need is: