Working together to support your child’s communication journey.

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About Me…

Building connections with children has always come naturally to me.  I find their joy, love of life and wonder, infectious.

Early intervention is my passion, and I enjoy partnering with parents and caregivers to positively impact their young child’s communication and confidence from the very beginning.

As well as an experienced Paediatric Speech Pathologist, I am a mother of two children and believe this combination helps me understand the unique needs of families.

To be able to share in the unique journey of each child and family is a privilege and I am incredibly grateful to have a ‘job’ which doesn’t feel like one at all!

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My qualifications include:

  • Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) Finders University, 1999.

  • Hanen Certified Speech-Language Pathologist in the following evidence- based intervention programs:

    ‘It Takes Two to Talk’

    ‘More Than Words’

    ‘Target Word’

  • Accredited Diagnostician for Autism Spectrum Disorder (Autism SA, 2004) and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale- ADOS (2024)

  • Trained Facilitator in the Circle of Security Parenting Program, (Kent Hoffman, Circle of Security International, 2006)

  • Tuning Into Kids- Parenting Program Facilitator (University of Melbourne, 2021)

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Professional development & Training:

  • Evidence Based Assessment and Management of Phonological Speech Sound Disorders in Children (Caroline Bowen, 2013; Elise Baker, 2016; Amy Graham, 2020, 2022, 2023; Dr Lynn Williams, 2024)

  • Assessment & Treatment of Childhood Apraxia of Speech (Chantelle Highman, 2024)

  • The Lidcombe Program for the Treatment of Preschool Stuttering (University of Sydney, 2016)

  • Marte Meo (Maria Aarts) Practitioner Level, 2011

  • DIR Floortime (Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship Based Model, 2008)

  • Paediatric Feeding Disorders (Graduate Paediatric Feeding Program, AEIOU Integrated Approach to Paediatric Feeding, 2020)

  • BLADES Language Therapy (Mellanie Sherwood)

  • Key Word Sign (Key Word Sign Australia)

  • Derbyshire Language Scheme

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Your Journey