Helen is an occupational therapist and co-founder of Inner West Paediatrics. She’s dedicated to using her skills to support children of all ages and abilities.

With a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Sydney, Helen has a wealth of experience in private practice and non-government organisations.

Helen strongly believes in the importance of early intervention and working collaboratively with the tribe of people in a child’s life, including parents and carers, teachers, and healthcare professionals. She has extensive experience in using a range of strategies and approaches to support neurodivergent children and their families.

Your child will receive the best possible care and support when working with Helen. She’s not only a highly qualified therapist, but her warm, friendly and approachable manner will put you and your child at ease.

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Virginia is a passionate speech pathologist and co-founder of Inner West Paediatrics. She has deep knowledge and practical experience in supporting children with various complex communication needs.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) from the University of Sydney, Virginia has gained extensive experience in diverse settings including NGOs, private practice, and early intervention.

Virginia has a particular interest in Autism and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and loves supporting children with a variety of disabilities using child-led therapy approaches. She also believes early intervention is crucial in giving children the best start in life and that children of any age can continue to develop and grow to realise their dreams.

Working closely with families to achieve their goals and providing a warm and supportive environment, Virginia empowers families to make the best decisions for their children.

You can be confident your child will receive the highest quality of care and support when working with Virginia.

Monique is a speech pathologist who believes in family-centred practice, ensuring that families feel confident and empowered to make decisions for themselves.

With a Bachelor of Applied Science in Speech Pathology at Sydney University, Monique has a lot of experience working with autistic children and their families, particularly in the early intervention space with children under 3. She also has a special interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).

Using child-led therapy, Monique's neurodiversity-affirming approach allows children to express their interests and guide the sessions. She appreciates the differences and celebrates the little wins and achievements of each child she works with.

Whether it's a child sharing their toy for the first time or saying their first word, Monique’s warm and caring support will encourage you and your child along the journey.

Sophie is a dedicated occupational therapist who loves creatively designing therapy approaches that are in line with your child’s interests, your family priorities, and evidence-based practice.

Holding a Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Sydney, Sophie is passionate about working collaboratively with parents, educators, and other health professionals to support participation and advocating for neurodiverse children within the community.

Sophie believes in assisting individuals to develop their independence across their daily lives. Her areas of clinical focus include supporting children with toileting and self-regulation.

Sophie's favourite activity to play with kids in the clinic is designing and building obstacle courses. She embodies inclusion in all aspects of what she does, especially when working with children and their families.

Mollie is a dedicated occupational therapist who believes in working collaboratively with children and their families to set and achieve holistic goals.

With a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) from the University of Newcastle, Mollie enjoys working across a range of clinical areas to support a child's engagement in different settings.

What Mollie loves most about working with children and their families is being part of their journey as they work towards achieving their full potential through meaningful and engaging intervention approaches.

When it comes to activities in the clinic, Mollie's favourite is bubbles, which can be used to support a range of goals, including play, social, and regulation skills.

If you work with Mollie, you can expect her enthusiastic approach to help your child develop the confidence and skills needed to enjoy life to the fullest.

Megan is a speech pathologist who believes in empowering families to make confident decisions around therapy.‌

She has a Bachelor of Speech, Hearing and Language Sciences from Macquarie University, and a Master of Speech Language Pathology from the University of Sydney.

Megan chose Speech Pathology as a career because she wants to help people and loves working with children and families, finding the small wins incredibly exciting and rewarding.

Megan's clinical focus is on literacy and speech sounds and she uses a strengths-based approach to allow children to set affirming goals and make decisions around therapy. At the clinic, Megan loves playing Guess Who or using the bubble machine to create a fun and engaging environment for kids.

With Megan's expertise and passion for inclusion and diversity, you and your family can trust you’re in good hands.

Raquel is a speech pathologist with a compassionate approach to working with children and their families.

She graduated with a Bachelor of Speech, Hearing and Language Sciences and a Master of Speech and Language Pathology from Macquarie University.

Raquel chose her field as she loves watching her clients become confident communicators within the community. She enjoys celebrating all her clients' wins and supporting them to participate in all aspects of life with their families.

Her favourite game to play with kids at the clinic is bowling, as it gets everyone moving and always makes for some good competitive fun.

Raquel believes that every child deserves the chance to develop the confidence and skills they need to succeed and will work together with children and their families to ensure this can be achieved.

Katie is an occupational therapist who is enthusiastic about autism awareness and advocating for neurodivergent individuals.

Obtaining her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy degree from Australian Catholic University, Katie enjoys helping people from all walks of life use practical skills to solve problems.

Katie is committed to working with children and their families to help them navigate through life’s challenges. Her clinical focus includes sensory processing, emotional regulation, social skills, and fine motor skills.

What Katie enjoys most about working with children and families is seeing a child's excitement when they achieve one of their goals. Her favourite games to play with kids at the clinic are Bed Bugs, Zingo, and Spot It!

With her warm and supportive approach, Katie works closely with families to develop skills and confidence, empowering them to thrive and enjoy life.

Laura is a speech pathologist who is driven to provide the most meaningful and neurodiversity-affirming support to children and families.

She holds a Bachelor of Speech Pathology and a Master of Science from New Zealand and has experience primarily in the healthcare setting with a focus on early intervention and complex feeding. Laura strives to make mealtimes safe and fun for the whole family.

Laura loves early intervention and working on skills as they develop within a child and is inspired by the people she gets to work with. At the clinic, her favourite resource to use with kids is bubbles because there are so many ways to use them‌.

When you work with Laura, you’ll have a strong advocate with a wealth of knowledge and experience coming alongside you and your child.

Clare is an occupational therapist who is enthusiastic about early intervention, autism and ADHD.

Graduating with Honours with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at the University of Western Sydney, Clare is committed to providing practical and meaningful support to children and their families.

Clare loves working with children to help them live life to the fullest. She enjoys getting to know each child's unique personality and watching them make steps of all sizes towards their goals.

When it comes to therapy sessions, Clare’s favourite game to play with kids is Pop Up Pirate. It's a fun and engaging game that allows children to work on a variety of skills in a relaxed and enjoyable way.

No matter the challenge facing your child, Clare is there to help them achieve their goals and support your family every step of the way.

Sara is a speech pathologist dedicated to working with children and their families to achieve their goals. 

With a Bachelor of Speech pathology (Honours) from the University of Newcastle, Sara holds a wealth of knowledge with experience in early intervention, literacy, and social communication. 

Her clinical focus is early language intervention, gestalt language processing, and neurodivergent affirming practice. Sara loves seeing the excitement of both children and their families when they do or say something new.

Her favourite way to play with kids in the clinic is pretend play as she gets to see their personalities shine. 

When you work with Sara you will feel her passion throughout all of her work as she nurtures a supportive and empowering environment for your child to thrive.

Georgina is a speech pathologist who loves helping children with communication difficulties learn how to independently express their needs, wants and interests.

She studied for a Master of Speech Pathology from the University of Sydney after seeing the incredible impact speech therapy had on family members. With experience across clinic, school and community health settings, Georgina’s practice areas include speech, language, literacy and paediatric feeding.

Georgina has a keen interest in early intervention, speech sounds, school readiness and trauma-informed intervention. She enjoys playing Spot It and Pop Up Pirate with children in the clinic.

When you work with Georgina, she makes the effort to get to know you and your child, including their unique hobbies and interests.

Louisa is an occupational therapist who enjoys helping children engage in all the activities that are meaningful to them and their families.

With a Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Sydney, Louisa has clinical experience working with young people from 6 months to 18 years targeting various skills including fine motor, gross motor, handwriting and sensory regulation.

Louisa loves celebrating wins with each family during their therapy journey and seeing the impact of holistic occupational therapy. She enjoys playing Monkey Bingo and making Playdough food with kids at the clinic.

With Louisa, your family will receive the support you need to achieve your priorities and reach a point when you no longer need her.

Emily is an occupational therapist who believes in supporting children and their families to reach their full potential. 

She holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from the Australian Catholic University. Her experience ranges from schools to clinic environments, working with children of varying ages and abilities. 

Emily has focused her clinical work on early intervention, fine and gross motor skills, and school readiness. 

Her favourite way to play at the clinic is with bubbles and she finds joy in celebrating wins and achievements with children and their families. 

When you work with Emily, you can rest assured knowing that your child will be engaged in a fun and empowering environment that she has purpose-built with dedication and expertise.

Kate is an occupational therapist who is dedicated to working with children and their families, with the goal of maximising their full potential and helping them to thrive.

With a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Limerick, Kate has expertise working in clinic, school, and preschool settings with children ranging in age from infants to teenagers.

Kate loves working on childhood transitions, emotional regulation, organisational skills, and handwriting. Her focus is on developing skills to help children and their families go about their daily lives more easily. 

At the clinic, Kate is likely to be found building an obstacle course, playing pop up pirate, or using playdoh with the children as she creates meaningful play to optimise a child’s functional independence. 

When you work with Kate you will see a creative, caring, and empathetic occupational therapist who goes above and beyond to help your child reach their full potential.

Maddie is an occupational therapist who is committed to empowering neurodivergent individuals to advocate for themselves.  

She holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from the Australian Catholic University and has experience with children aged 12 months to 18 years across various paediatrics settings. 

Maddie cherishes the ability to guide and support children and their families through challenges and triumphs. Her clinical focus includes, early-intervention, self-regulation, social skills, and fine and gross motor development.

Among the different games Maddie plays with kids at the clinic, she loves Monkey Bingo and water play.

Working with Maddie means your child will be supported by an occupational therapist that creates engaging and fun activities to support them to achieve their goals.

Melissa is a speech pathologist who loves collaborating with families to meet their goals. 

With a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from Australian Catholic University and the completion of a Basic Key Word Sign workshop, Melissa brings a solid foundation of knowledge to her practice. She is dedicated to continuously developing her skills and providing the best care for her clients.

Melissa has a special interest in early language, speech sounds, and sensory feeding. She finds joy in supporting children to reach their full potential and increase their participation.

At the clinic, Melissa’s favourite games to play with kids are bubbles and zingo as they’re a great way to encourage participation in a fun and engaging way. 

When you work with Melissa you will have a speech pathologist who prioritises your child’s communication requirements and is a fierce advocate for your needs.

Georgia is an occupational therapist dedicated to celebrating differences and supporting individuals in tasks that are meaningful to them.

Georgia holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from the Australian Catholic University and has pursued additional training in sensory defensiveness and therapeutic listening techniques.

With a passion for early intervention, motor skill development, emotional regulation, and sensory processing, Georgia brings extensive experience across clinic, school, and preschool settings. Her work spans children aged 3 to 18 years, focusing on emotional and sensory regulation, fine and gross motor skills, attention and aquatic therapy for sensory processing.

Georgia's journey into occupational therapy was inspired by a desire to work closely with people and a background in sports coaching. She finds fulfillment in witnessing the small triumphs children achieve on their path to reaching their goals. Her favorite activities in the clinic include Gobble Monster, Uno, and using bubbles in creative ways.

Georgia is committed to empowering children and families, guiding them towards growth and success in their unique journeys.

Georgia is an occupational therapist, dedicated to working with children of all ages to help them succeed through therapeutic interventions and activities. 

She completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at the University of Western Sydney and has a diverse experience. Georgia has a special interest supporting children and their families with toilet training. Her role is to provide support and guidance to help make the process as successful and smooth as possible. 

Georgia loves working with children and families because as a therapist she has seen firsthand the power occupational therapy has in helping children reach their goals and achieve greater independence. 

In the clinic, she loves to engage in messy play such as finger painting or using shaving foam, which is always a hit with the kids.

Georgia is passionate about being a part of your family's journey and empowering your child to grow and succeed in their own unique ways.

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Susan is a speech pathologist who is committed to working collaboratively with children, their families and their teachers to achieve individualised, functional and meaningful communication goals.

Graduating with a Masters of Speech and Language Pathology at Macquarie University, Susan has a keen interest in health science and working with children.

Susan provides personalised individualised support to help children communicate successfully. Her areas of focus are speech sound development, stuttering, and literacy difficulties.

Her favourite game to play with kids in the clinic is Pop Up Pirate, which brings an element of surprise and delight to both her and the child every time they play.

With her warm and caring approach, Susan collaborates with all families to support their children's communication outcomes, helping them to shine and become the best version of themselves.

Lucy is an occupational therapist with a strong desire to support children’s participation in school and the community.

Graduating from Australian Catholic University with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Lucy has wide-ranging experience working with children from different backgrounds and support needs.

Lucy loves getting to know both the children and their families and understands the importance of working collaboratively to create goals to effectively support the family. She enjoys being there to celebrate the progress made, no matter how big or small.

When it comes to games, Lucy’s favourite one to play with kids at the clinic is Spot It. She finds this game is a great way to build rapport with children to ultimately support their engagement in sessions.

With Lucy’s friendly approach and expertise in her field, your child will feel supported, cared for and championed every step the way.

Sofia is a speech pathologist with a friendly and passionate approach to supporting children and their families.

With a Master of Speech Pathology from the University of Sydney, Sofia has a special interest in supporting early learners, complex communicators, and using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).

Sofia loves the hands-on role of helping children and families grow. She believes in supporting children of all ages and varying needs, and advocating for families to make sure they have the correct support in place.

Her favourite games to play with kids at the clinic are bubbles, balloons, and shaving cream - all of which can be used in different ways and are always a hit.

With Sofia’s expertise and dedication to creating a safe and inclusive environment, you can trust your child will be supported to achieve their specific goals to win in life.

Alyssa is a speech pathologist who is dedicated to celebrating neurodiversity and equipping neurodivergent individuals to self-advocate.

Graduating with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from the Australian Catholic University, Alyssa’s desire is to make a difference in children's lives.

One of the things Alyssa enjoys most about working with children and families is celebrating their wins together and sharing in their excitement when they see their favourite toys set up in the room.

Alyssa’s favourite games to play at the clinic are Shopping List and bubbles, both of which are always a crowd favourite.

With your child at every step of the journey, Alyssa is here to provide your child with a safe and supportive place while helping them thrive.

A speech pathologist who creates a safe and supportive space, Alyssa will help your child thrive and have fun whilst doing so.

Tess is a speech pathologist who is committed to using her skills to work with children and families.

She has a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) from the University of Newcastle and has a keen interest in helping neurodivergent people advocate for themselves.

Tess enjoys working with children across a range of clinical areas such as speech sounds, language, literacy, and early language.

She loves getting to watch families experience their child's firsts, such as saying their first words and achieving goals that have a huge impact on their day-to-day lives. Tess's favourite games to play with kids are Marble Run, Spot It and Uno.

Working with Tess, your child and family will develop confidence and skills to help you fully embrace and enjoy life.

Raneem is a speech pathologist who believes in early intervention and helping children gain the communication skills they need to thrive.

She holds a Bachelor of Medical Science and a Master of Speech Pathology, both from the University of Technology Sydney. Raneem’s experience includes both school and community health settings, providing speech and language intervention to children of all ages.

Her areas of clinical focus include early intervention, feeding, and stuttering.

Raneem enjoys building relationships with families and getting to know their dynamics and challenges to create a more inclusive experience. Her favourite game to play with kids is Spot It, as she believes it can be used to target speech and language goals while still having fun.

With Raneem's experience and caring nature, your child will be in great hands.

Philippa is a speech pathologist who loves working with Autistic children.

She completed her Master of Speech and Language Pathology at Macquarie University and believes in adopting a neurodiversity-affirming practice.

Philippa enjoys working with the whole family and building strong, trusting relationships. Celebrating little wins in everyday life is her favourite part of the job, and she loves to make what can be a stressful experience more joyful for families.

When it comes to games, Philippa loves the Beehive game and Spot It - both are engaging and fun activities that children enjoy during their clinic sessions.

Working alongside your child for all their language and speech development goals, Philippa will ensure the process is as fun as it is rewarding.

Leanna is an occupational therapist who is dedicated to supporting children to succeed in activities that they both want and need to do.

With a Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy and Exercise Physiology from the University of Sydney, Leanna chose her field after seeing the wonderful work occupational therapists do and knew she wanted to do the same.

Leanna's clinical focus is on handwriting, fine motor skills, and early play skills.

She enjoys seeing the excitement on children's faces when they achieve something new and loves the unpredictability that comes with working with children and families. Her favourite game to play at the clinic is Pop the Pig.

Your child will be in great hands with Leanna's cheery approach as she helps your child succeed by developing important skills to build their confidence.

Dominica is an occupational therapist devoted to enabling children of all abilities to engage in all aspects of their lives.

Graduating from Australian Catholic University with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Dominica chose this field based on the desire to help people, and support children’s independence and engagement in meaningful activities.  

Her areas of clinical focus include sensory and emotional regulation, play-based therapy, and toileting. Collaborating with families and other services, she ensures a holistic approach to intervention.

Dominica loves working with children and families, finding the small wins incredibly exciting and rewarding. Her favourite game to play with kids at the clinic is Fruit Avalanche, which encourages social engagement, turn-taking skills, and fine motor skills.

Dominica is committed to providing a safe and supportive space for your family and will work with you to make the right decisions for you and your child, your way.

Hannah is a speech pathologist who loves to work with children and their families.

With a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from Australian Catholic University, Hannah is committed to supporting families with early intervention and school-age language and literacy.

Her clinical focus is on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and parent-training models, which means she's experienced in helping families develop their confidence and skills.

Hannah finds it rewarding to support children with complex communication needs to thrive and achieve their goals. When it comes to playtime, Play-Doh is her favourite resource as it's tactile and allows for endless possibilities, letting the children’s imaginations run wild.

What Hannah enjoys most about working with children and families is seeing parents become empowered advocates for their children, celebrating even the smallest achievements as they grow.

With Hannah on your team, you’ll feel heard, respected and supported to drive meaningful change for your family.

Madison is a speech pathologist who is enthusiastic about working with children to help them become empowered and confident in life.

With a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from Australian Catholic University, Madison has always had a desire to help children with communication difficulties advocate for their wants and needs.

Madison values a holistic approach and advocates for neurodiversity-affirming practices. Her areas of clinical focus include gestalt language processing, early language intervention, speech sounds, and literacy, as well as implementing intervention with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices.

Working with children and their families, Madison enjoys celebrating the little and big wins together and seeing the joy it brings them. She loves playing games with kids in the clinic, with her favourite being Spot It.

With Madison's compassionate approach, your child will feel supported and encouraged to thrive.

Jordan is an occupational therapist with a keen interest in mental health and advocating for neurodiversity affirming practices.

Graduating with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (First Class Honours) from Australian Catholic University, he chose this field because he believes that all children have the right to thrive in a supportive, individualised, and strengths-based environment.

Jordan has focused his clinical work on fine motor skills, handwriting, play, social skills, and regulation.

He loves working with children because it requires him to have fun, and he enjoys using his silly voices and cartoon character impersonations to make therapy more engaging.

Jordan's favourite game to play with kids at the clinic is Squawk, a goofy chicken game that always brings lots of laughter and fun sound effects.

With Jordan’s passion and enthusiasm for working with children and their families, you can trust that your child will be encouraged to flourish and succeed throughout their life.

Nikki is an occupational therapist driven to improve the lives of individuals through meaningful occupations and collaborating with families to achieve their goals.

Holding a Bachelor of Health Science in Occupational Therapy from Auckland University of Technology, Nikki has experience working in hospital, rehabilitation and acute settings, using interventions focused on improving independence.

Nikki chose this field to work alongside others to improve their quality of life and finds joy in helping people achieve their meaningful goals.

She believes no two children or families are the same and strives to ensure children and their families are supported in a friendly and safe environment. When it comes to games, Nikki enjoys making obstacle courses and bubbles as they’re always a good time.

When working with Nikki, you and your child will feel motivated to get the most out of therapy.

Paige is an occupational therapist who is passionate about embracing children’s unique strengths and interests and working with them to achieve meaningful goals.

Graduating with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Australian Catholic University, Paige has worked with a range of children with different disabilities in private clinic sessions, group sessions and schools.

Paige enjoys creating fun and engaging activities and different ways of learning for children. Seeing children and families get excited when they achieve their goals also brings her joy.

Among the different games Paige plays with kids at the clinic, she loves to play any board game, especially Guess Who? and Uno, as well as outdoor activities like soccer and obstacle courses.

Supported by Paige, your child will be empowered to achieve individualised and specific goals that are meaningful to them and your family.

Alex is an occupational therapist who is committed to working with children using a holistic approach alongside other professionals and family to achieve set goals.

Alex has a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Otago Polytechnic in New Zealand. Her experience includes working in a school setting with children from ages 5 to 21 and in the community providing therapy, equipment and housing modification support.

Alex’s decision to become an occupational therapist was driven by her love for working with children and helping them gain new skills. When playing games with kids at the clinic, she especially enjoys Pop Up Pirate and bubbles are always within reach during sessions.

When you work with Alex, your child will feel connected and celebrated at every step – from the small to the big.

Lauren is a speech pathologist devoted to a total communication approach with children and their families.

She has a Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy from University College, Cork in Ireland, and enjoys helping people in practical ways.

Lauren’s experience extends across individual and group sessions in clinic, specialised schools and preschool settings – targeting speech, language, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), dysfluency, social skills and feeding goals. She has also worked with adults with intellectual disabilities in community care settings.

Lauren enjoys building rapport with children and their families, including through games. She uses random objects of interest to a child and comes up with ways to use them to play a game – this is effective for children who don’t find joy in playing with traditional toys.

Working with Lauren, you’ll be empowered with tools to best support your child’s development.

Shanelle is a speech pathologist who thrives when she’s equipping children with tools to communicate.

She has a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from Australian Catholic University and experience working in clinics, schools, and pre-school/daycare settings, targeting speech, language, literacy and social skills.

Shanelle loves seeing children adopt their own little (or big) personalities and celebrates neurodiversity in each child.

She enjoys collaborating with children and families to develop meaningful goals and seeks to adopt a client-centred approach. Shanelle’s favourite games to play with kids are Spot It, Shopping List and bubbles.

Working with Shanelle means you’ll have someone to celebrate wins with you and share your excitement.

Isabella graduated from the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours). She has experience working in private practice where she has provided services in the clinic, at home, schools and via telehealth. She has worked closely with families targeting a range of areas including speech, language, fluency, literacy and social communication skills. She is passionate about working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Intellectual Disability and Down Syndrome.

Isabella values the importance of building strong relationships with children and their families and collaborating closely with those in a child’s life. She strives to provide fun and engaging sessions, whilst ensuring families are feeling supported and educated throughout the therapy journey.

Rebecca is an occupational therapist with a strong desire to help children build their confidence and independence through play.

She has completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Australian Catholic University, where she developed her skills to focus on early intervention, play therapy, fine motor and arts and crafts, sensory and emotional regulation.

Rebecca always knew she wanted to work with kids and help them achieve their goals. She finds joy in engaging with children and their families and seeing the excitement on their faces when they reach a goal they’ve been working on achieving.

Rebecca loves to engage in arts and crafts and imaginative play with children as they explore their creative sides. She also enjoys playing with Play-Doh and seeing children's creativity flow.

With Rebecca's encouraging approach, your child is sure to feel heard, seen and supported to thrive as they grow.