What are your qualifications? 

A Bachelor of Speech Pathology, a PhD, a  Graduate Diploma in Special Education Teaching, Graduate Cert in International & Community Development and a Certificate IV in Business & Entrepreneurship.

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What sort of work have you done?

Over 20 years of diverse practical experience in hospitals, community health, early intervention, preschools , schools and my own private practice. I have lectured for 12 years across a range of courses.

 

What practice areas do you have the most experience in?

Children with disability and working in early intervention, preschools and schools. 

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What is your favourite work activity?

This is a cruel question - I enjoy so many aspects of speech pathology! I love working with speechies to give the families the best service - through individual supervision,  group supervision, lecturing or workshops. I also enjoy working in community teams.

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In what other areas do you have strengths?

For a number of years I worked as a preschool teacher for children with disabilities, which turbo-boosted my knowledge of  overall child development. 

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How would other people describe you as a supervisor/mentor/presenter?

I hope they would say I was caring, resourceful, and passionate.

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When you are not working, what do you like doing?

I enjoy cooking and  I  go to the gym. I also walk. My biggest walking effort was 50km in one day with no blisters!

What are your qualifications?

A Bachelor of Speech Pathology, a PhD (stroke), a Grad Certificate in Business Administration & a Grad Certificate in Clinical Rehabilitation (Adult Neurosciences).

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What sort of work have you done?

Over 20 years working across the full continuum of care—from acute hospital to inpatient rehabilitation & community supports. I have post-doctoral research expertise, lecturing experience & problem-based tutoring at Flinders University, specifically in adult stroke and TBI.

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What would you consider your areas of clinical expertise?

Acquired brain injury and Functional Neurological Disorder including complex dysphagia and aphasia.

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What is your favourite work activity?

I enjoy problem-solving in a multidisciplinary team to tackle complex conditions. Patient-centred care that integrates diverse perspectives is great for patient outcomes & valuable for learning.

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In what other areas do you have strengths?

Now with my own private practice, I have experience in the NDIS space & appreciate the differences between hospital and community practice.

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How would other people describe you as a supervisor/mentor/presenter?

Open, approachable,  and creates a safe space for discussions. Grounded in data driven decisions, while keeping patient goals central.

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When you aren’t working, what do you like doing?

Travelling is a big part of my life - soaking up new cultures & diving into amazing food. It recharges & energises me to give my best.

What are your qualifications? 

A B.Sc(hons) in Speech Pathology from Manchester University in England, a Masters degree in Social Work, and a Diploma of Social Work from Leicester University, and a PhD from Massey University in New Zealand. The PhD was AAC focussed.

What sort of work have you done?

I have worked in community clinics and for an early intervention service in the UK, then in early intervention for the Ministry of Education in New Zealand, followed by a 14-year stint in a special school, and currently for the national AAC assessment service in NZ. I have over 25 years of experience.

What practice areas do you have the most experience in?

I have the most experience in the field of AAC; I have also worked extensively in early intervention, with children with disabilities, particularly autistic children.

What is your favourite work activity?

I love my job: watching children use AAC to communicate for the first time warms the cockles of my heart, and I also love working with parents to build their skills and confidence to support their children to communicate.

In what other areas do you have strengths?

I have also qualified and worked as a social worker for a few years. This has helped me to develop a holistic approach and deepened my understanding the difficulties faced by families living with disability.

How would other people describe you as a supervisor/mentor/presenter?

I think they would say that I am approachable, willing to share knowledge, passionate and caring

When you are not working, what do you like doing?

I am a nature nerd. I love watching wildlife, snorkelling, paddle boarding, and watching things grow.

What are your qualifications? 

 A Bachelor of  Speech Pathology from Sydney University &  Masters of Arts (Applied Linguistics) from Macquarie Univeristy. 

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What sort of work have you done?

​I have worked for 12 years at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital as The Head & Neck/ENT Speech Pathologist and for over 25 years in private practise specialising in treating all types of voice disorders. 

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What practice areas do you have the most experience in?

I have specialised with all types of voice disorders my whole career. My particular area of interest is working with professional voice users eg singers, actors, teachers, fitness instructors & auctioneers. My passion is holistic, multidisciplinary voice management.

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What is your favourite work activity?

I love observing people literally blossom as they free their voices and gain control of their valuable instrument!

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In what other areas do you have strengths?

I love the preventative side of voice management so really enjoy providing lectures/workshops to professional voice users to educate and improve their understanding of their most valuable tool of trade.

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How would other people describe you as a supervisor/mentor/presenter?

Passionate, enthusiastic and willing to share my knowledge & experience (over 35 years in the game!!)

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When you are not working, what do you like doing?

I am a devoted yogi and card game player. I am committed to becoming fluent in Italian & living a ‘dolce vita’.

What are your qualifications? 

A Bachelor of Speech Pathology & a PhD. I am an Honorary Clinical Fellow at the Australian Stuttering Research Centre, a member of the Lidcombe Program Trainers Consortium & a member of Continuing Professional Development in Stuttering (CPDS). 

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What sort of work have you done?

My career spans clinical, academic, & research roles in Australia & overseas. I have worked in leading stuttering services including the Bankstown Stuttering Unit, Australian Stuttering Research Centre, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, & University of Melbourne.

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What practice areas do you have the most experience in?

Stuttering across the lifespan.

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What is your favourite work activity?

I love being face-to-face with clients. It’s a privilege to work alongside people & their families, supporting them to achieve their communication goals.

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In what other areas do you have strengths?

I hold a certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & have a particular interest in the psychosocial implications of stuttering. I enjoy staying up to date with the latest stuttering research and attending conferences to learn from experts around the world.

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How would other people describe you as a supervisor/mentor/presenter?

Practical, inclusive, and grounded in strong clinical knowledge.

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When you are not working, what do you like doing?

I enjoy time with family & friends, exercising, gardening, hiking, &  rabbit holes of new interests. 

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We volunteer with RAISEducation a not-for -profit that works to close the education gap for children living in rural and remote Australia through tailored learning support.

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