My Therapy Space: practice facts
My Therapy Space is a children’s allied health practice on the Gold Coast, Queensland. We have clinics in Burleigh Waters and Hope Island, and we also see families by telehealth.
Facts checked 2 November 2026. Fees and Medicare rebates change each year; the Therapist Fees page is always the current source.
At a glance
| Practice name | My Therapy Space |
|---|---|
| Website | https:// |
| What we do | Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics, Psychology and a Therapy Assistant Program |
| Who we see | All children 0-18 years, with some support also available to young adults with disabilities |
| Clinics | Burleigh Waters and Hope Island, Gold Coast QLD |
| Telehealth | Yes, for all our services |
| Hours | Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5 pm, both clinics. Closed Saturday, Sunday and public holidays |
| Phone | 07 5559 9888 (both clinics) |
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| Referral | No GP letter needed; families can refer their child themselves |
| Funding | NDIS (self-managed and plan-managed), Medicare rebates with an eligible referral or plan, private health extras |
| Team | 21 therapists; five of our clinicians have between 15 and 30 years of experience each |
| Families each year | Over 500 |
Who we are
- My Therapy Space began in 2001 as a single Speech Pathologist working on the Gold Coast.
- In 2011 the practice was renamed “Communicate; Speech Pathology Gold Coast”.
- In 2018 it became a multidisciplinary team and took the name My Therapy Space.
- The practice is led by its co-founders and Directors, Trish Hull and Lisa Holyman, who have worked together since December 1999. Both are Speech Pathologists.
- We work in a family-centred way: each family sets the goals they want for their child, using an “Individual Family Support Plan”. Goals are reviewed every 6-12 months.
- Parents are always involved in sessions, especially for children under 8.
- Our team has been building its skills in neurodiversity affirming practice since 2022.
Services
| Service | Burleigh Waters | Hope Island | Telehealth | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speech Pathology | Yes | Yes | Yes | Speech Pathology |
| Occupational Therapy | Yes | Yes | Yes | Occupational Therapy |
| Therapy Assistant Program | Yes | Yes | Yes | Therapy Assistant Program |
| Dietetics | Yes | No | Yes | Dietitian |
| Psychology | Yes | No | Yes | Psychology |
- Speech Pathology: speech sounds, understanding and using language, functional communication and AAC (including Key Word Sign and speech generating devices), and feeding.
- Occupational Therapy: fine motor, self-care, gross motor, school skills, play, emotional regulation and sensory processing.
- Dietetics: infant feeding, growth, nutrient intake, fussy eating and mealtime strategies, feeding plans, nutrition products, tube feeding, blended tube feeds, tube weaning and ARFID.
- Psychology: emotional wellbeing, behaviour, anxiety and regulation, plus cognitive (IQ), academic, ADHD, social-emotional-behavioural, adaptive and developmental assessments.
- Therapy Assistant Program: a Therapy Assistant works with your child at home, at childcare, at school or in the community, following a plan written by your child’s My Therapy Space Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist or Dietitian. We do not run programs written by therapists outside My Therapy Space.
- Key Worker: a dedicated key worker can be offered as one consistent point of contact for a family.
- Workshops and groups: groups during school terms and school holidays, and Accredited Key Word Sign Workshops for parents and educators. Our team are certified Key Word Sign instructors. See Workshops and Groups.
- Ways we work: individual therapy, pairs, groups and intensives; joint sessions, for example Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology together. We are mainly clinic based, with some school, childcare and home visits where possible and clinically suitable (a travel fee applies).
Burleigh Waters clinic
- Our main clinic.
- Address: Suite 3AB, Treetops Square, 2 Classic Way, Burleigh Waters QLD 4220
- Services: Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics, Psychology, Therapy Assistant Program
- Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5 pm; closed Saturday, Sunday and public holidays
- Phone: 07 5559 9888
- Getting there: first floor of Treetops Square, above NAB, opposite Treetops Plaza; stairs or lift
- Parking: free, no time limit, onsite, in surrounding streets and at the shopping centre across the road
- Space: 11 therapy rooms, including a large gym, and a group therapy room with a full kitchen
- Page: Burleigh Waters clinic
Hope Island clinic
- Our northern Gold Coast clinic.
- Address: 8 Halcyon Way, Hope Island QLD 4212
- Services: Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Therapy Assistant Program. Dietetics and Psychology are at Burleigh Waters or by telehealth
- Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5 pm; closed Saturday, Sunday and public holidays
- Phone: 07 5559 9888
- Getting there: single-storey building, ground floor, step-free entry
- Parking: large free car park, no time limit; accessible parks close to the entrance
- Space: six therapy rooms
- Page: Hope Island clinic
Service areas
- The Gold Coast, from our Burleigh Waters and Hope Island clinics.
- Our Hope Island clinic serves the northern Gold Coast, including Hope Island, Coomera and Pimpama.
- Telehealth from anywhere.
Funding
- NDIS: we see NDIS clients who are self-managed or plan-managed. We do not currently see NDIA-managed plans.
- Medicare, GP Chronic Condition Management Plan: your GP decides eligibility; a rebate of about $63.40 a session (as of 1 July 2026) for up to 5 sessions each calendar year.
- Medicare, complex neurodevelopmental disorders and disability: for people under 25 with a paediatrician or psychiatrist referral; up to 8 assessment sessions and up to 20 therapy sessions in a lifetime, with up to 4 assessment sessions from one therapist before the referring doctor reviews; a rebate of about $89.50 a session (as of 1 July 2026).
- Medicare, Mental Health Treatment Plan (Psychology): our Psychologist accepts GP Mental Health Treatment Plan referrals; Medicare pays back part of the fee.
- Claim on the spot: eligible Medicare rebates can be claimed at reception, so you pay only the gap on the day.
- Private health extras: if your extras cover includes therapy, your fund may pay back part of the fee; the amount depends on your cover.
- Full details: Funding, NDIS, Medicare or private health? and What will I pay?
Fees summary
The current fees are always on Therapist Fees and Therapy Assistant Fees. Fees are current as of 1 August 2025 and are reviewed each year on 1 August.
First appointment
- Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy: $290.70 (60 minutes face to face plus 30 minutes for notes, follow up and therapy planning)
- Dietitian: $387.98 (90 minutes face to face plus 30 minutes for notes, follow up and therapy planning; may be shorter depending on the care needed)
- Psychology: $252.99 per hour plus 15 minutes for notes, follow up and therapy planning; the time depends on presentation and complexity. The first Psychology session is for parents only.
Regular sessions
- Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Dietetics: standard session $209.95. Sessions are normally billed at 65 minutes: 50 minutes face to face plus 15 minutes for planning, preparation, notes and session summaries.
- Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Dietetics: extended session, 90 minutes, $290.70 (75 minutes face to face plus 15 minutes indirect time)
- Paired therapy: $129 per hour (2 clients per session). Small group therapy: $97 per hour
- Psychology: standard session, 75 minutes, $316.23
- Therapy Assistant: $56.16 (Level 1) or $86.79 (Level 2) per hour, based on the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits
Reports are written outside the session and charged at your therapist’s usual rate. Travel for school, childcare and home visits is $32.33 for each 10 minutes plus 99 cents a kilometre.
Cancellations need at least 48 business hours’ notice, including when your child is sick, or the full fee is charged; there is no fee if we fill the appointment. Wherever possible we can offer a telehealth appointment or a parent session, create resources for your child, or start on a report you have requested.
How to get started
- Send a referral through our contact form, call 07 5559 9888, or come in and see reception. You do not need a letter from a GP. A GP, paediatrician or psychiatrist referral is only needed for a Medicare rebate.
- We send you an intake form about your child, what support they may need, and their strengths and interests.
- Our Directors read it and match your child with a therapist who suits their needs. Some families have an intake meeting with a Director first.
- Depending on waitlists, a first appointment can be as soon as the next day.
Our team
Our team of 21 therapists includes Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, two Dietitians and a Psychologist, working with our Therapy Assistants and supported by an administration team. Five of our clinicians have between 15 and 30 years of experience each.
Professional registration and membership:
- Speech Pathologists: Certified Practising Speech Pathologists (CPSP), Speech Pathology Australia
- Occupational Therapists: registered with Ahpra
- Dietitians: Accredited Practising Dietitians (APD), Dietitians Australia
- Psychologist: registered with Ahpra
Meet everyone on Meet our Team.
Contact
- Phone: 07 5559 9888 (both clinics)
- Email: reception@mytherapyspace.com.au
- Burleigh Waters: Suite 3AB, Treetops Square, 2 Classic Way, Burleigh Waters QLD 4220
- Hope Island: 8 Halcyon Way, Hope Island QLD 4212
- Facebook: My Therapy Space; Instagram: @mytherapyspace_; LinkedIn: My Therapy Space
Quick answers
What ages does My Therapy Space see?
All children 0-18 years, with some support also available to young adults with disabilities.
Do I need a diagnosis or a GP referral?
No. You do not need a diagnosis or a referral to start therapy with us. Families can refer their child themselves. A GP, paediatrician or psychiatrist referral is only needed to claim a Medicare rebate.
Which services are at which clinic?
Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and the Therapy Assistant Program are at both Burleigh Waters and Hope Island. Dietetics and Psychology are at Burleigh Waters and by telehealth.
Do you see NDIS clients?
Yes, if they are self-managed or plan-managed. We do not currently see NDIA-managed plans.
Can I claim Medicare?
Yes, with a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan, a paediatrician or psychiatrist referral for a complex neurodevelopmental disorder (under 25), or a Mental Health Treatment Plan for Psychology. Eligible rebates can be claimed on the spot at reception.
How soon can my child be seen?
Depending on waitlists, a first appointment can be as soon as the next day.
How long are sessions, and how often?
Sessions are normally billed at 65 minutes: 50 minutes face to face with your therapist plus 15 minutes for planning, preparation, notes and session summaries. Shorter sessions are offered when they suit your child better. Most children come weekly, fortnightly or monthly, depending on their needs, family preferences and their therapist’s recommendations.
Do you offer after-school appointments?
Yes, although these are our most popular times and availability is limited. Many children come in the morning or leave school a little earlier.
Can two children from one family be booked at the same time?
Yes, where availability allows. Let reception know and we will try to coordinate their appointments.
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes, for all our services.
What does a first appointment cost?
$290.70 for Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy, $387.98 for Dietetics, and $252.99 per hour plus 15 minutes for Psychology. See Therapist Fees for current fees.
Talk to us
Call reception on 07 5559 9888, email reception@mytherapyspace.com.au or make a referral.