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Therapy that meets children where they are

We're a mobile paediatric speech pathology team who believe progress sticks best in the places children already feel at home.

Aaisha Deo, Lead Speech Pathologist at Lumina Therapy & Co.
Lead Speech Pathologist
Meet your speech pathologist

Aaisha Deo

"Every child deserves to be understood on their own terms. My job is to listen closely, celebrate how they already communicate, and gently build from there."

Aaisha is the founder and Lead Speech Pathologist at Lumina Therapy & Co. A Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and member of Speech Pathology Australia, she brings a warm, strengths-based and neuro-affirming approach to every family she works with.

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist MSPA Neuro-affirming practice

Lumina Therapy & Co. was founded on a simple belief: children make the fastest progress when therapy fits naturally into the life they already live. That's why we come to you — at home, at kinder, at childcare and at school across Melbourne's South-East — rather than asking families to fit into a clinic timetable.

A neuro-affirming practice

We honour each child's natural communication style and identity, embracing neurodiversity rather than trying to change it. Our therapy empowers children to express themselves authentically and confidently — without pressure to mask or conform. We look beyond communication challenges to understand the whole child: their environment, sensory needs, culture and emotional wellbeing.

Collaborative by nature

We work closely with families, educators and other professionals so every child has a consistent, supportive team around them. Our practice is evidence-based, family-centred and culturally responsive, and we warmly welcome children of every background, language, neurotype and ability.

What you can expect

  • Warm, play-based sessions in familiar settings.
  • Clear goals written in plain language, ready for NDIS planning.
  • Practical strategies that empower parents and carers between sessions.

Ready to get started?

Refer your child in a couple of minutes, or call us for a friendly chat — we'll come to you.