Dimity Horton
Speech Pathologist
Meet Our Speech Pathologist Dimity Horton
Dimity is an experienced, enthusiastic speech pathologist who is passionate about developing children’s communication skills.
After graduating from the University of Newcastle in 2003, Dimity enjoyed a diverse career including working with clients in multiple settings including government services, not for profit organisations and early intervention services.
Dimity has extensive experience in the assessment and intervention of children with a range of speech and language needs and developmental difficulties including autism spectrum disorder, stuttering, speech sound disorders, physical and learning disabilities and language disorders.
Dimity adopts a family-centred therapy approach and strives to keep her therapy sessions engaging and fun. She is trained in a range of therapy approaches that are designed to help both children and parents grow. These include Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), PROMPT, Hanen It Takes Two to Talk, Hanen More Than Words, Sounds Write, and SOS Approach to feeding management.
I love helping people in a way that makes them feel accepted and empowered without any judgement.
Working with the most caring, compassionate, honest and genuine team mates, as well as being part of such a quality service, with an excellent reputation.
Chocolate
Doing jigsaw puzzles (is that classed as a game?!) Otherwise it would have to be Monopoly, Solitaire or Lego.
Journey to the heart by Melody Beattie
The Rocky Series
Hmmm, It is so difficult to choose just one… Maybe Annecy in France.
“You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have” – Bob Marley
I once lived in the US.
Dimity's areas of interest:
Assessments, Developmental Difficulties including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Stuttering, Speech Sound Disorders and Language Disorders.
You can find Dimity at:
To make an appointment simply fill out the enquiry form below, use our online chat system, or call (02) 4044 1122.
Dimity adopts a family-centred therapy approach and strives to keep her therapy sessions engaging and fun.
Individualised Speech Therapy and Assessments for Children
We offer children’s speech therapy services, assessments, parent education and support, workshops and group programs at all of our centres. We also provide online speech pathology services to ensure you and your child can continue your speech pathology journey from any location.
Our team will guide you through the process and ensure your family receives the right support.
If you need more help, contact our friendly team on (02) 4044 1122 or feel free to send us an email.