Bilingual Speech Therapy (Spanish–English)

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Speaking more than one language does not cause speech delay. Children can successfully learn two or more languages at the same time.

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We provide specialised bilingual speech therapy to support children in developing and maintaining both languages with confidence.

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Spanish–English sessions are available on the Sunshine Coast and online across Australia.

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Bilingual & Multilingual Family Support

 

We also support families from a wide range of language backgrounds.

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We provide guidance on how to support your child’s communication in an English-speaking environment while maintaining and strengthening your home language. Support is tailored to your family’s language use, goals, and everyday routines.

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You might notice your child:​

 

• Mixes languages within sentences

• Uses one language more than the other

• Has difficulty expressing themselves across languages

• Is losing their home language as English becomes stronger

• Is starting school and finding it challenging to keep up in English

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You might be wondering:

 

• What is typical and atypical bilingual development?

• Is it normal for my child to mix languages?

• Should I stop speaking my home language?

• How can I support both languages at home?

• Will learning two languages affect my child’s development?

• How do I support my child in an English-speaking school environment?​​

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Common questions about bilingual development

 

• Will speaking two languages cause a speech delay?

No. Speaking more than one language does not cause speech delay. If a child has a language difficulty, it will typically be present across both languages.

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• Is it normal for my child to mix languages?

Yes. Mixing languages is a natural part of bilingual development and not a sign of confusion.

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• Should I stop speaking my home language?

No. Continuing to use your home language supports communication, family connection, and overall language development.

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Areas We Support

 

• Bilingual and multilingual language development

• Dual language learners

• Home language maintenance

• Multilingual home and school environments

• Guidance for families raising children in diverse language backgrounds

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What to Expect from Bilingual Therapy

 

We support children to develop both languages, rather than limiting them to one.

 

Therapy includes:

• Supporting communication across both languages

• Strengthening understanding and expression

• Guidance for families on home language use

• Practical strategies for managing multiple languages across home and school

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Sessions are tailored to your child’s communication profile and family context.

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Get Bilingual Speech Therapy & Multilingual Support

 

You can find more answers in our FAQ page about bilingual language development and communication.

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If you would like specialised bilingual speech therapy support, we’re here to help.

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