Maitland’s Neurodiverse Affirming Speech Pathology

Celebrating diverse communication styles, where unique voices shine.

We support individuals to explore, understand, celebrate their neurodivergence to promote authenticity and a strong sense of belonging.

about us
Sally Farley
Speech Pathologist

Sally is a Speech Pathologist who specialises in a holistic, person-centred approach to therapy.
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We value Neurodiversity as a strength

At Neurodiverse Affirming Speech Pathology, we use a neurodiverse affirming framework to guide everything we do. We believe that every brain and way of thinking is valid, valuable, and brings unique strengths to our communities.
We strive to work in ways that affirms and supports clients that are neurodiverse. We help create environments where individuals can thrive — with greater self-esteem, authenticity, and a strong sense of belonging.

This approach doesn’t just support individuals — it enriches families, schools, workplaces, and society as a whole by embracing diverse perspectives and ways of being.

By using a neurodiverse affirming framework, professionals and communities promote an environment where every neurological profile is seen as an asset. This approach not only fosters increased self-esteem and authenticity among neurodivergent individuals but also contributes to richer, more varied perspectives in every area of life.

meet the team

We are here to help you at every stage

Neurodiverse Affirming Speech Pathology (NASP) provides inclusive, person-centred care from infancy through adulthood.
Delivering services specialising in early intervention, language, speech sound disorders, literacy, and social communication, self-advocacy.

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Preschool

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Primary School

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High School

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Adult

Empowering Skills for Neurodiverse Development

Therapy Services

  • Play-based therapy

  • Language skills

  • Literacy skills

  • Speech and clarity

  • Neurodiverse Affirming Social Skills

  • Self-Awareness and Self-Advocacy skills

  • Narrative skills

  • Life Skills

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We support neurodivergent children to grow their language, literacy, and social communication skills with affirming, strengths-based speech therapy in Maitland
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Professional Associations

I'm proud to be connected with associations that are making a real impact in our industry and beyond.

Speech Pathology Australia logo
Sounds-Write logo
read literacy 3 logo
The ultimate speech therapy course logo