Welcome To The Parkinson's Communication Clinic.

We’re so glad you’re here

Starting something new can feel overwhelming — but you’re in the right place.

Our goal is to support you in improving your voice, communication, and confidence in a calm, supportive environment.

About Us

Rebecca Smith

Jessica Lamont

Rebecca is a Speech Pathologist and founder of The Speech Boutique Parkinson’s Communication Clinic. She is passionate about supporting individuals to communicate with confidence and has a special interest in Parkinson’s disease, delivering evidence-based programs to strengthen voice and maintain connection to everyday life.

Jessica Lamont

Jess is our Speech Support Specialist. She previously completed a Bachelor of Nursing and Certificate IV In Allied Health Assistance. She brings a strong foundation in health care and patient support to her role. She works closely with the Speech Pathologist to deliver structured communication programs, supporting clients with Parkinson’s

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Speech Support Specialists & Their Clinical Role

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

The Speech Support Specialist plays a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-informed communication support programs for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.

Working under the guidance of a Speech Pathologist, the Speech Support Specialist supports clients to build, maintain, and generalise communication skills through structured therapy programs, including Voice Strong & SPEAK OUT!.

This role is integral to ensuring clients receive consistent, engaging, and functional therapy support across their care journey.

Therapy Practice

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

Speech Support Specialists:

Deliver structured communication and voice exercises as prescribed by the Speech Pathologist
Support implementation of Voice Strong and Parkinson’s communication programs like SPEAK OUT!
Facilitates carryover and generalisation of skills into everyday communication
Assist with group therapy sessions and maintenance programs.

Client Support & Engagement

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

Client Support & Engagement

A Speech Support Specialist:

Provides encouragement, motivation, and coaching to maximise client participation.
Builds strong therapeutic relationships with clients and families.
Supports clients to achieve functional communication goals (e.g., being heard, participating in conversations, maintaining independence).

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Client Support & Engagement

The Speech Support Specialists:

Record session notes and track client progress
Provide feedback to the supervising Speech Pathologist
Assist with outcome measure tracking and program data collection.

Team Collaboration

The Speech Support Specialists:

Work closely with the Speech Pathologist to ensure safe and effective therapy delivery
Participate in team meetings and program development
Maintain clear communication regarding client progress and any concerns

Scope of Practice

Team Collaboration

The Speech Support Specialists:

Work under the supervision and delegation of a qualified Speech Pathologist
Does not independently assess, diagnose, or prescribe therapy
Delivers therapy tasks and programs as directed
Supports implementation—not clinical decision-making
Maintain clear communication regarding client progress and any concerns

What To Expect At Your First Appointment

At your first appointment, we will:

Talk about your communication concerns
Complete a voice and speech assessment
Set meaningful goals together
Develop a personalised therapy plan

Your Therapy Journey

Your therapy will focus on:

Strengthening your voice
Improving clarity
Building confidence
Supporting communication in everyday life

Home Practice

Daily practice is a key part of your progress.

We’ll guide you through a simple, structured routine to support your voice between sessions. We will provide you with all the tools necessary, all you have to do is be consistent in your daily practice and always use your purposeful voice when speaking.

Tracking Your Progress

We will track your progress using:

Voice measurements
Communication confidence
Functional participation
Self / Family/ Friend Reporting
Video Monitoring (check ins)

This helps ensure your therapy is meaningful and effective.

How You Can Get The Most Out Of Therapy

Attend sessions regularly
Practice at home
Ask questions
Involve family or support people
Be consistent

We Are Here To Support You.

If you have any questions or concerns at any time, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Contact

Welcome To The Parkinson's Communication Clinic.

We’re so glad you’re here

About Us

Rebecca Smith

Jessica Lamont

Jessica Lamont

Jessica Lamont

Jessica Lamont

Jessica Lamont

Speech Support Specialists & Their Clinical Role

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

Therapy Practice

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

Client Support & Engagement

Your Designated Speech Support Specialist.

Client Support & Engagement

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Client Support & Engagement

Team Collaboration

Team Collaboration

Team Collaboration

Scope of Practice

Team Collaboration

Team Collaboration

What To Expect At Your First Appointment

Your Therapy Journey

Home Practice

Tracking Your Progress

How You Can Get The Most Out Of Therapy

We Are Here To Support You.

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