About Me

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I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have discovered my passion and chosen career path at a young age.  With over 30 years of experience as an Early Childhood Special Educator and Speech Pathologist, I've had the privilege of working closely with young children with speech and language delays, complex communication needs, disabilities, and developmental delays.   

I began working as a Speech Pathologist in 2010 after completing a Masters of Speech Pathology. Throughout my career I have worked across diverse settings including community health, disability services, educational institutions, hospitals, and private practices. 

I have a particular interest in working with young children with complex communication needs including those who are non-speaking or minimally verbal requiring augmentative and alternative communication systems. Another area of interest is Childhood Apraxia of Speech and I am continually updating my skills and knowledge in this area to ensure that I am providing the latest evidence based treatment.

I firmly believe that intervention should be a fun, enjoyable experience that utilises children's interests, enhancing their engagement. I embrace a holistic, strengths-based approach that centers on families, and recognises and celebrates neurodiversity and each child's unique path.

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Beyond my professional experience, I also bring personal insight as a parent who has collaborated with various allied health professionals, including Speech Pathologists, to support my own child's communication and development. 

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I am passionate about the speech pathology profession and this extends to mentoring and nurturing the growth of student, new graduate and early career Speech Pathologists.  I have guided and hosted 20 students on field placements, fostering their development as they embark on their careers.