Lidcombe Programme

The Lidcombe Program is an evidence-based behavioural treatment approach designed for young children who stammer or stutter. The program involves close collaboration with parents and caregivers, who are supported to use specific strategies during everyday conversations and interactions at home.

Therapy focuses on creating positive speaking experiences, increasing confidence, and supporting fluency development within natural communication environments. Sessions are individualised and paced carefully to reduce pressure while supporting the child’s communication and emotional wellbeing.

Parents receive ongoing coaching, guidance, and practical feedback to help carry strategies into daily routines in a supportive and responsive way.

The program is widely researched and recognised internationally as an effective early intervention approach for childhood stammering.