STAR Space - Speech Therapy & Reconnection

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STAR Space - Speech Therapy & Reconnection Speech therapy & communication coaching for adults & children. Serving Auckland, Christchurch, online NZ and world wide.

Expert care for speech, language, literacy, voice, swallowing & communication. STAR (Speech Therapy & Reconnection) Space (formerly Speech Therapy & Associates) is based in Albany, Auckland. Our expertise spans across early childhood development, school-age communication needs, and adult rehabilitation, particularly in supporting those recovering from neurological events such as stroke and traumatic brain injury. We leverage extensive experience and a deep understanding of these areas to offer tailored, evidence-based therapy. This enables us to work effectively in various environments, from schools and hospitals to homes and clinics, making support accessible wherever our clients need it most. We offer both in-person sessions within Auckland and Hibiscus Coast/Rodney up to Warkworth, as well as telehealth services nationwide, ensuring that individuals across New Zealand can access high-quality therapy, regardless of location. Our team values collaboration, working closely with clients, their families, and other health professionals to provide a well-rounded support network that maximises each client’s potential.

One of the less visible parts of being an SLT is knowing when to change direction.A strategy can be helpful one day and ...
16/10/2026

One of the less visible parts of being an SLT is knowing when to change direction.

A strategy can be helpful one day and difficult the next.

That does not mean someone has failed.

People's energy, confidence, environment, and communication needs can change. Good therapy makes room for that.

Sometimes we slow down. Sometimes we try something completely different. Sometimes we simply spend time talking and understanding what is happening.
Being flexible is part of supporting the person in front of us.

October 15 is Speech-Language Therapist Day.Today is a chance to reflect on what the role really means.An SLT may spend ...
14/10/2026

October 15 is Speech-Language Therapist Day.

Today is a chance to reflect on what the role really means.

An SLT may spend time working on speech, language, voice, swallowing, cognition, or communication strategies. But underneath all of this is a person with their own history, relationships, preferences, and goals.

For someone living with communication changes, being listened to can be deeply important.

It can take patience to find the right words. It can take courage to try again. Sometimes it takes a different way of communicating altogether.

As SLTs, we have the privilege of meeting people where they are and supporting communication that helps them participate in the life that matters to them.

Today we celebrate Speech-Language Therapist Day! 🎉 SLTs are more than therapists. They are listeners, guides, advocates...
14/10/2026

Today we celebrate Speech-Language Therapist Day! 🎉

SLTs are more than therapists. They are listeners, guides, advocates, and partners in every step of the communication journey.

At STAR Space, we’re proud to stand with our colleagues across the world who empower voices, support swallowing, and build connection.

💬 Tag an SLT you know and thank them today!

Hi! 👋When we think about speech-language therapy, it can be easy to focus on the therapy itself - the strategies, activi...
14/10/2026

Hi! 👋

When we think about speech-language therapy, it can be easy to focus on the therapy itself - the strategies, activities, and exercises.

But behind all of that are people.

People who listen. People who build relationships. People who take the time to understand what communication means in someone’s everyday life.

At STAR Space, our adult team works with each person as an individual. We consider their strengths, experiences, relationships, routines, and the situations where communication matters most.

Because communication is about more than speaking clearly or finding the right words. It can be about joining a conversation, connecting with family, expressing an opinion, returning to work, or feeling more confident in everyday interactions.

That is why the relationship between the person and their speech-language therapist matters too. Feeling understood and supported can be an important part of the therapy journey.

Our adult team is here to listen, understand, and work alongside adults and their support networks.

If you would like to learn more about the people behind STAR Space, feel free to send us a Facebook message. 💬

A conversation can tell an SLT a lot.We are not only listening to the words being spoken. We are also noticing how the p...
12/10/2026

A conversation can tell an SLT a lot.

We are not only listening to the words being spoken. We are also noticing how the person communicates, what supports them, and where communication may become more difficult.

Most importantly, we are looking for strengths.

A communication difference does not tell us everything about a person. It is one part of their experience.

Our role is to understand the whole picture and help create more opportunities for meaningful communication.

Different ways to communicate. The same need to be heard. 💙Not everyone communicates through speech. And communication i...
10/10/2026

Different ways to communicate. The same need to be heard. 💙

Not everyone communicates through speech. And communication is about so much more than words.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) includes many ways to share thoughts, needs, feelings and choices. It might involve gestures, pictures, communication boards or a device that speaks aloud.

For someone living with aphasia or other communication changes, AAC can offer another way to express themselves, take part in conversations and stay connected with the people and things that matter to them.

AAC doesn't take away a person's voice. It supports their ability to communicate in a way that works for them.

This AAC Awareness Month, let's recognise and respect all the different ways people communicate. Everyone deserves the opportunity to express themselves, make choices and be heard.

💚 Different ways to communicate. Every voice matters.

Here is a simple activity that can be used at home, with friends, or in therapy.Choose something familiar and take turns...
09/10/2026

Here is a simple activity that can be used at home, with friends, or in therapy.

Choose something familiar and take turns sharing one detail. The listener can gently ask, “Tell me more.”

For someone with communication difficulties, this can create space to practise sharing ideas without making the activity feel like a test.

There is no need to correct every word or sentence.

The important part is having a chance to communicate and be heard.

The activity can also be adapted. Use pictures, writing, gestures, or communication devices if those are the person's preferred ways to communicate.

Communication can become harder when someone is tired, overwhelmed, rushed, or in an unfamiliar environment.That does no...
07/10/2026

Communication can become harder when someone is tired, overwhelmed, rushed, or in an unfamiliar environment.

That does not mean the person has suddenly lost their ability to communicate.
As clinicians, we think about the conditions around communication as well as the communication itself.

Small changes can sometimes make a conversation feel much easier. More time. Less background noise. A familiar communication partner. A written prompt. A different way to share a message.

Support can be practical while still being deeply person-centred.

Hi everyone! 👋Communication is part of everyday life. It helps us build relationships, take part in our communities, lea...
07/10/2026

Hi everyone! 👋

Communication is part of everyday life. It helps us build relationships, take part in our communities, learn, work, make decisions, and share what matters to us.

Our communication needs can also change over time. A child may need support developing speech and language, while an adult may experience communication changes following a stroke, brain injury, surgery, or another life event.

That is why speech-language therapy is not one-size-fits-all. At STAR Space, support is shaped around the individual, their strengths, their goals, and the communication that matters in their everyday life.

STAR Space provides speech-language therapy services for both children and adults, with a strong focus on meaningful communication and participation.

If you would like to learn more about how STAR Space may support you or someone in your whānau, you can visit our website or get in touch with the team.

As clinicians, it can be tempting to focus quickly on what needs to change.But listening comes first.We listen to the pe...
05/10/2026

As clinicians, it can be tempting to focus quickly on what needs to change.

But listening comes first.

We listen to the person. We listen to their family or supporters when appropriate. We notice how communication works in different parts of everyday life.

This helps us understand the person beyond a list of symptoms or difficulties.

For us, listening is not something that happens before the clinical work begins. It is part of the clinical work.

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Regus Business Office Suite, Building 4, Candida Office Park, Parkway Drive, Albany Auckland NZ
Albany
0630

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