Ingrid

I have been working as a Speech Therapist for many years in many different settings, including hospitals, community health, and in disability. I am qualified as a Speech Therapist and Audiologist. I am a certified member of Speech Pathology Australia and am certified to present the Basic Key Word Sign workshops through Key Word Sign Australia.

I really enjoy being part of a multidisciplinary team and learning from others to make me a more holistic therapist. I believe strongly in supporting families to better understand their child’s needs and how to best support them by recognizing and respecting their child’s strengths and areas of interest. I believe that all communication is valid and meaningful, and is a basic right for all.

My specific areas of interest include:

• Early communication

• Gestalt language processing

• Neurodivergence

• Key word signs and the development of AAC (alternative and augmentative communication)

• Selective eating and safe eating in babies and young children

• Ways to adapt learning environments to support individual needs and inclusion

I am a mum of two wonderful young adults. When I am not working, I usually have my nose in a book, baking sweet treats in the kitchen or searching for some warm sunshine.