Tauranga Telehealth Speech Therapy
Expert speech therapy delivered to your Tauranga home. Same-week appointments available.
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Speech Therapy for Tauranga Region
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.
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.
Sacha Allnatt
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.
Your recovery journey
Comprehensive plan and ongoing support
- Comprehensive assessment of your communication goals (75 mins)
- 1
- Evidence-based treatment plan tailored to your needs
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- Flexible ongoing support through individual or group sessions
- 3
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the product and billing.
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.
Absolutely. Many Tauranga retirees prefer telehealth as it eliminates travel stress, parking challenges, and fatigue from hospital visits. The technology is simple to use, and we'll guide you through setup if needed. It's particularly beneficial for those with mobility concerns or who live in retirement villages.
Tauranga Hospital's Speech Language Therapy service provides excellent public care, but often has wait times and requires specialist referrals. Our private telehealth service offers same-week access with the same clinical expertise. Many Bay of Plenty residents use both - public for complex assessments and private for ongoing therapy.
We specialize in adult conditions common in aging populations: voice disorders, swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), neurological conditions (Parkinson's, stroke recovery), chronic cough, and communication challenges. During your assessment, we'll confirm telehealth suitability for your specific needs.
We serve all of the Bay of Plenty region via telehealth - Tauranga city, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Te Puke, Katikati, Whakatāne, and beyond. No matter where you are in Bay of Plenty, you can access expert speech therapy without travel.
We typically offer same-week appointments for Tauranga telehealth sessions. With Bay of Plenty's rapidly aging population and high healthcare demand, private telehealth provides immediate access when you need it most.
Initial telehealth assessment (75 minutes): $167. Follow-up sessions (45 minutes): $127. These are lower than in-person rates while providing the same expert care from a Te Whatu Ora clinician. Many Bay of Plenty retirees find this fits comfortably within their healthcare budget.
Yes! We work with numerous Tauranga retirement villages and aged care facilities. Residents can have sessions from their own rooms with Wi-Fi, or facilities can arrange group telehealth access. Contact us to discuss arrangements for your specific village or care home.
Still have questions?
Every communication challenge is unique. Sacha can discuss your specific goals and whether speech therapy is right for you.
Your story matters.
Communication is complex and deeply personal. Specialist speech therapy helps you achieve your goals.
