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Sona Speech Therapy

Tauranga Telehealth Speech Therapy

Expert speech therapy from Te Whatu Ora clinician, delivered to your Tauranga home. Same-week appointments available.

If you're a Bay of Plenty retiree managing swallowing safety after stroke or voice changes from Parkinson's, specialist appointments shouldn't mean exhausting drives. You deserve hospital-grade care from your own home—not 90-minute round trips to hospital clinics. Your independence matters.

NZSTA #12789

Registered Speech-Language Therapist

Te Whatu Ora

Hospital-Trained Clinician

15+ Years

Specialised Experience

Same-Week

Rapid Access Available

Secure Telehealth

HIPAA-Compliant Video

Speech Therapy for Bay of Plenty Region

Tauranga is NZ's fastest-growing retirement destination, with 20% aged 65+ and that number rising 41% over the next decade. Aging Bay of Plenty residents increasingly need speech therapy for swallowing safety, neurological conditions, and voice disorders—yet hospital wait times create barriers.

We bring Te Whatu Ora hospital expertise to your Tauranga home, retirement village, or aged care facility via secure telehealth. Same-week appointments available—no Cameron Road traffic, no Tauranga Hospital parking stress, no exhausting drives.

Sacha Allnatt (NZSTA #12789, 15+ years Te Whatu Ora) specialises in swallowing difficulties, Parkinson's speech, stroke recovery, and voice disorders. Gentle, evidence-based therapy from home.

Why Choose Telehealth Speech Therapy?

Experience the perfect combination of convenience and clinical excellence

Comfortable Care

Receive expert therapy from your Tauranga home, ideal for aging residents and retirees

Immediate Access

Same-week appointments without long waits at Tauranga Hospital

Hospital-Grade Expertise

Te Whatu Ora clinician with 15+ years specialised speech therapy experience

Convenient Scheduling

Flexible appointment times for Bay of Plenty's active retirement community

Age-Appropriate Care

Specialized in conditions common to aging populations - voice, swallowing, neurological

Proven Outcomes

Evidence-based therapy with measurable results for Bay of Plenty residents

Sacha Allnatt, NZSTA #12789, Te Whatu Ora Clinician

Sacha Allnatt

NZSTA #12789, Te Whatu Ora Clinician

With 15+ years as a Te Whatu Ora speech-language therapist, I've helped hundreds of adults overcome voice disorders, chronic cough, swallowing difficulties, and communication challenges. My hospital-connected training means you receive the same clinical expertise you'd get at Wellington Hospital—from the comfort of your home. Whether you're a teacher needing vocal techniques, a professional managing chronic cough, or recovering from stroke, I provide gentle, evidence-based therapy tailored to your story and goals. Your communication matters, and specialist support makes all the difference.

Evidence-Based Results

Proven outcomes you can trust

84.7%

Success Rate

Voice therapy for functional dysphonia (2024 research)

85-90%

Improvement

Post-stroke communication recovery within 6 months

Same-Week

Access

vs 6-8 week public healthcare wait times

How Telehealth Therapy Works

Simple, secure, and effective speech therapy

01

Book Online

Choose a time that suits your Tauranga lifestyle

02

Join Video Session

Connect via secure, simple video link sent to your email

03

Comprehensive Assessment

Sacha conducts thorough evaluation tailored to your needs

04

Personalised Treatment

Receive customised therapy plan with clear goals and ongoing support

Ready to start your journey to better communication?

Conditions We Treat Via Telehealth

Expert care for adult speech, voice, and swallowing disorders

Common Questions About Telehealth in Bay of Plenty

Everything you need to know about online speech therapy in Tauranga

You'll meet with Sacha via secure video link from your Tauranga home, retirement village, or wherever you're comfortable. Sessions are just like in-person therapy - we'll work on exercises, techniques, and strategies tailored to your needs. All you need is a device with a camera and stable internet connection.

Still have questions?

Contact us directly

Your story matters.

Communication is complex and deeply personal. Specialist speech therapy helps you achieve your goals.