Join the parent therapy group online
Starts: 29 July 2026
Time: Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:30pm Sydney Time
Format: Online
Duration: 12 Weeks
Cost: $90 per hour
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Participants may be able to use their child’s NDIS Capacity Building funding under Speech Pathology supports.
Helping Parents Support Communication in Everyday Life
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The Hanen More Than Words® Program is designed for parents of young autistic children and children with social communication differences.
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This parent program teaches practical strategies to help support your child’s communication, play, interaction, and social skills during everyday routines at home and in the community.
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Rather than focusing only on therapy sessions, the program helps parents feel confident supporting communication naturally throughout the day.
How the Program Works
The program may include:
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Parent education sessions
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Individual consultations
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Coaching and video feedback
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Practical strategies for home
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Ongoing support from a Hanen Certified Speech Pathologist
Strategies are used during everyday activities like meals, play, bath time, reading, and outings.
NDIS-Friendly Support
The program aligns with NDIS goals including:
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Capacity building
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Social participation
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Functional communication
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Family-centred support
Who Is It For?
This program may suit:
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Autistic children
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Children with social communication differences
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Late talkers with social interaction challenges
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Families wanting practical communication strategies
What Parents Learn
Parents are supported to:
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Understand how their child communicates
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Encourage interaction and back-and-forth communication
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Build play and social skills
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Support language development
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Create natural communication opportunities during daily routines
Why Parent Involvement Matters
Children learn communication best through everyday interactions with the people closest to them.
The program helps parents:
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Feel more confident supporting communication
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Build stronger connection during play and routines
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Reduce pressure around “doing therapy”
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Use strategies that feel natural and practical
What the Program Supports
The program can help with:
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Early communication skills
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Play development
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Social interaction
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Understanding language
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Building connection and friendships
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