Meet Our Speech Pathologists
We are a passionate team of experienced speech pathologists who are driven by your child’s success, understanding and growth.
Meet Our Speech Pathologists
We are a passionate team of experienced speech pathologists who are driven by your child’s success, understanding and growth.
Meet Our Speech Pathologists
We are a passionate team of experienced speech pathologists who are driven by your child’s success, understanding and growth.
Your Support System
of professionals
Lauren Haskins
Speech Pathologist and Practice Director
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Lauren obtained a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from the University of Newcastle in 2005. Lauren is a Hanen Certified speech pathologist, with extensive experience in conducting the It Takes Two to Talk, Target Word, Learning Language and Loving It programs and Teacher Talk series. She has also completed further consortium training in the Lidcombe Program – Treatment Program for Preschool Stuttering.
Lauren has been a judge of the Speech Pathology Book of the Year competition (0-3 years category) since 2014. She has regularly been invited to provide education sessions to various community groups and early childhood centres.
As a mum of two busy and gorgeous children, Lauren appreciates the need for timely, flexible and family friendly services. Lauren established ‘A Growing Understanding’ speech pathology service in 2016 and delights in providing a high quality, evidence-based service.
And, if she wasn’t busy enough, Lauren is an active member of her community, lending her country expertise as the President of the Newcastle Show society and a group delegate for the Agricultural Societies Council of NSW.
Melissa Roberts
Speech Pathologist and Special Education TeacherRead More
Melissa has worked in a variety of settings including non-government organisations, schools and in private practice. She has assisted clients with Autism Spectrum Disorders, developmental and global delays, intellectual and physical disabilities, vision impairment, and learning difficulties. She has a special interest in language impairments and is passionate about working with school staff to enhance student outcomes. Melissa is also Hanen certified in the It Takes Two to Talk™ program.
Melissa is a mother of two beautiful and energetic children and has a keen interest in dance, having taught locally with her husband for several years.
Melissa Roberts
Speech Pathologist and Special Education TeacherRead More
Melissa has worked in a variety of settings including non-government organisations, schools and in private practice. She has assisted clients with Autism Spectrum Disorders, developmental and global delays, intellectual and physical disabilities, vision impairment, and learning difficulties. She has a special interest in language impairments and is passionate about working with school staff to enhance student outcomes. Melissa is also Hanen certified in the It Takes Two to Talk™ program.
Melissa is a mother of two beautiful and energetic children and has a keen interest in dance, having taught locally with her husband for several years.
Jess Kiely
Speech Pathologist
Jess thoroughly enjoys collaborating with parents, teachers and other professionals to improve children’s communication, education and overall life goals.
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As an organised, enthusiastic and happy person, Jess has a strong commitment to her own professional development. Her knowledge of evidence based practice enables the families she works with to achieve the best possible outcomes during therapy. Jess is also Hanen certified in the It Takes Two to Talk™ program.
Jess has a unique ability of discovering her client’s interests and using them to make therapy motivating and enjoyable.
Jackie Parsons
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Jackie is always looking to further develop her skills, and has completed training to receive certification in the Hanen More Than Words® – Program for Parents and Carers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Hanen It Takes Two to Talk™ – Program for Parents and Carers of Children with Language Impairments, SOS Approach to Fussy/Problem Eating, PROMPT, PODD (an alternative augmentative communication system) and Lidcombe Program for preschool stuttering.
As a mum of two, Jackie understands a parents need to give their child the best opportunities to succeed in life. She is dedicated to ensuring parents feel supported and understand the process, while their children develops the right skills to grow.
When she’s not at work, Jackie loves spending time in the kitchen, cooking and baking delicious dishes for her family and friends.
Jackie Parsons
Speech PathologistRead More
Jackie is always looking to further develop her skills, and has completed training to receive certification in the Hanen More Than Words® – Program for Parents and Carers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Hanen It Takes Two to Talk™ – Program for Parents and Carers of Children with Language Impairments, SOS Approach to Fussy/Problem Eating, PROMPT, PODD (an alternative augmentative communication system) and Lidcombe Program for preschool stuttering.
As a mum of two, Jackie understands a parents need to give their child the best opportunities to succeed in life. She is dedicated to ensuring parents feel supported and understand the process, while their children develops the right skills to grow.
When she’s not at work, Jackie loves spending time in the kitchen, cooking and baking delicious dishes for her family and friends.
