• 15/01/2026
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Speech Pathologist

Brendan Tunbridge

Hey everyone! My name’s Brendan – the founder of Authentic Connections Speech Pathology!

I’m passionate about working with kids and families through a neurodiversity-affirming lens because I myself am neurodiverse!

I’m based in Sunshine, VIC but the beauty of our modern world is that I can see you online, at school, or even within the comfort of your own home!

Find out more about me to see if you think I would be a good fit to support you, your family, or your child!

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Who Is Authentic Connections For?

I support individuals across key developmental stages — from early childhood through to primary, middle, and high school, and into young adulthood.

Early Childhood

Therapy focuses on developing foundational communication, play, and social engagement skills, often through play-based approaches and caregiver involvement.

Primary School Aged

Support includes building language and literacy for learning, improving social communication, and helping children understand and express their thoughts and emotions in the classroom.

Highschool Aged

Therapy targets emotional regulation, peer relationships, executive functioning, self-advocacy, and more complex language and academic communication skills for success as school and transiiton to adulthood.

Young Adults

Therapy supports communication for study, work, and relationships, including goal setting, planning, self-expression, and navigating complex social interactions.

What you can expect the Therapy Process to look like

I know it can be daunting and overwhelming to reach out for help sometimes, so you’re more than welcome to contact me for a no-commitment discussion about your concerns before you get started on your Speech Pathology journey. Sometimes, therapy isn’t even required which can be a huge relief!

I aim to make the therapy process seamless and collaborative. My approach ensures that you feel informed and supported every step of the way. Here’s what you can expect:

Intake Forms

Step 1 - Intake Forms

Once you've decided to begin services, you will be provided with intake forms to complete. These forms help to gather essential information about your or your child’s history, strengths, challenges, and goals for therapy. This provides some background that helps to ensure you have the best first session possible!

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Step 2 - Intake Call

After reviewing the completed forms, I’ll schedule an intake call. During this call, we’ll discuss the information you provided, I'll clarify any details, and answer any questions you may have. This is also an opportunity for us to discuss the therapy approach we'll take as each individual is different! I want to ensure I'm the right fit for your needs.

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Step 3 - Initial Appointment

The initial appointment is where I dive deeper into understanding your needs. I’ll conduct an assessment or observation tailored to the goals discussed during the intake call. This appointment helps to get to know you or your child, and allows us to develop a therapy plan that is personalized and goal-oriented.

Following this initial session, I'll also share my insights and impressions and provide recommendations for ongoing therapy if necessary.

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Step 4 - Therapy Starts

Therapy sessions are tailored to your or your child’s specific goals, focusing on making progress in a supportive and collaborative environment. Regular check-ins and updates ensure that the therapy remains effective and aligned with your goals. I encourage open communication to ensure you're getting the most out of our sessions together.

Each step is designed to build a foundation for success, ensuring that therapy is not only effective but also a positive and empowering experience.

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