LB Speech Pathology

Helping adults to feel confident communicating again.

Supporting communication and swallowing in real-life settings - at home, in the community, or via Telehealth, across Australia.

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Laura Bricknell - Director & Lead Speech Pathologist, LB Speech Pathology

(BAppSc, MSpPath, MSPA, CPSP)

NDIS Speech Therapy Melbourne

Aged Care Speech Pathology

Telehealth Speech Therapy

Who we work with.

We support adults who are experiencing:

  • Difficulty being understood when speaking

  • Changes in communication following stroke, brain injury, or neurological conditions

  • Challenges with memory, word-finding, or conversation

  • Impacts of neurodiversity (including maintaining friendships, setting boundaries, self-advocacy, or expressing emotions)

  • Swallowing difficulties impacting eating and drinking.

We also work closely with family, carers, support coordinators, and the wider care team.

How we can help.

Therapy is focused on practical, real-life outcomes - not just exercises.

  • Feel more confident speaking to others

  • Be understood more easily in conversations

  • Better understand your own and others’ communication styles

  • Work towards safer, more comfortable eating and drinking

  • Develop strategies that carry over into daily life.

Why choose LB Speech Pathology?

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all clinic model.

  • Adult-focused therapy

  • Mobile and community-based - therapy in your real environment

  • Experience supporting neurological and complex presentations

  • Empathy through lived experience

  • Practical, functional approach tailored to your goals.

Meet Laura

“I’m a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist with a focus on adult communication and swallowing.

My approach is practical, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s goals - whether that’s returning to social conversations, improving day-to-day communication, or supporting safe swallowing.

I aim to create a space where clients feel comfortable, supported, and understood.”

Services

  • Communication assessment and therapy

  • Swallowing (dysphagia) assessment and management

  • Cognitive-communication support

  • Social communication support (i.e., neurodiversity)

  • NDIS and Support At Home services

  • Home/Community visits and telehealth

Ready to get started?

If you’re looking for practical, supportive speech therapy for adults, get in touch.