Services

Colourful wooden toys and abacus used in early language and speech development therapy

Early Language & Speech Development

Supporting “late talkers” to find their first words and build functional communication.

Colourful wooden puzzle pieces used in speech sound disorder therapy, early language and AAC for children

Speech Sound Disorders

Helping children master the sounds they need so they can speak with confidence in any environment.

Child practising handwriting as part of school-aged language and literacy support

School-Aged Language & Literacy

Bridging the gap between spoken language and the reading and writing skills needed for the classroom and playground.

A woman and a young girl are sitting at a white table, looking at an AAC device, communicating together.

AAC - Augmentative & Alternative Communication

Helping children who are non-speaking or minimally speaking use communication tools to express themselves.

Group of children playing and celebrating together outdoors with good communication skills.

Fluency (Stuttering)

Evidence-based support to help children speak more easily and confidently.

Hand stacking colourful wooden blocks, representing early childhood education training

I am passionate about empowering the Mackay community with the tools to support every child’s communication journey. As a Certified Hanen Presenter, I am qualified to facilitate the following evidence-based programs:

More Than Words: Specifically designed for parents of children on the autism spectrum or with social communication difficulties.
Learning Language and Loving It: Providing early childhood educators with practical strategies to help all children in their care build language and social skills.
Teacher Talk Training Series: Practical workshops for early childhood educators to help them create language-rich environments that encourage communication and social-emotional growth.

I also offer customised workshops and information sessions tailored to the needs of:

Daycare, Kindergarten and Early Childhood Educators
Disability support workers and other professional organisations
Primary School Teachers
Parent and Community Groups

If you are interested in a Hanen program or a tailored professional development session for your setting, please reach out to discuss your needs.