Team Members
Johanna Zadek
Co-Director/Speech Pathologist
Johanna has graduated with a Master of Speech Pathology from La Trobe University, a Bachelor of Arts Double-Major in Psychology and Linguistics from the University of Western Ontario and a Graduate Certificate in Communication Disorders Assistance from Durham College, Canada. Johanna is a creative and passionate speech language pathologist who has experience working in a variety of settings, including health care, schools, private practice, non-for-profit organisations and universities. She provides goal-oriented therapy to children and adults with speech, language, communication, hearing and swallowing difficulties. Johanna is a Registered Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia.
Samantha Paras
Co-Director/Speech Pathologist
Samantha graduated with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Speech Pathology, from La Trobe University in 2016. Samantha has a gentle and kind nature, and loves working with children and their families. Samantha has experience working within school systems and private practice. Samantha enjoys working with children with language and speech difficulties, oral motor difficulties, orofacial myofunctional disorders, Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) and tongue tie concerns. Samantha primarily works with children aged 2-12 years. Samantha is a Registered Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia.
Lixin Ye
Speech Pathologist
Lixin graduated with a Master of Speech Language Pathology (MSLP) from the University of Sydney. She is a compassionate and dedicated speech pathologist who supports children and their families in achieving meaningful communication outcomes. Lixin has experience working across a variety of settings, including hospitals, community services, and private practices. She has a particular interest in working with children at all stages of development, with a focus on language and speech sound difficulties. As a bilingual clinician fluent in English and Mandarin, Lixin values working with families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and is passionate about tailoring therapy to meet each child and family’s unique needs. Lixin is a Registered Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia.
Carolina Sad
Therapy Assistant
Originally from Brazil, Carolina discovered her passion for working with children while living in Australia. she loves spending time with her boys, creating beautiful, unforgettable moments with her family. Carolina’s work brings her immense joy, with each day offering special little moments that make a big impact. Dedicated and driven, she embraces challenges and strive to make a meaningful difference in every child’s journey.
Kailah Hollingworth
Therapy Assistant
Kailah is a Therapy Assistant at Speak With Us and a final year speech pathology student at La Trobe University. She has a passion for working with kids and helping them and their families achieve their goals. She also has experience working with Autistic children and AAC. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and pilates.
Sara Martin
Therapy Assistant
Sara has an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education from NMIT, Integration Aide Certificate, Certificate III in ECE and is a KIS (Kindergarten Inclusion Support) Educator and a Therapy Assistant. Sara has two wonderful children of her own, one of whom is an Autistic young adult. She has been working in this field full time since 2013 and absolutely love working with children and people of all abilities. Sara believes children are full of awe, wisdom, creativity and honesty.
Lulu Wilson
Therapy Assistant
Lulu is a dedicated therapy assistant currently studying Speech Pathology at La Trobe University. She has a strong passion for working with children and extensive experience supporting autistic kids. Lulu loves building meaningful connections with the children she works with and finds great joy in celebrating their progress and achievements, no matter how big or small
Johanna Zadek
Director / Speech Pathologist
Jenny Wilson
Director / Speech Pathologist
Tanmay Raut
IT
Lixin Ye
Speech Pathologist
Carolina Sad
Therapy Assistant
Nicholas Dawson
ANALYSIST
Ellen Roberson
SUPERVISOR
Larry Castaneda
INSURANCE AGENT
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Quotes from our Team
Johanna Zadek
Co-Director/Speech Pathologist
Being able to make others feel seen, heard, safe and understood is what is most important to me as a human and speech pathologist.
Samantha Paras
Co-Director/Speech Pathologist
Carolina Sad
Therapy Assistant
Kailah Hollingworth
Therapy Assistant