Empower Lives with Heart
Empower Lives with Heart
Speech pathology for children, teens and adults in clinic at Campsie, at home across Sydney, or via telehealth.
No Waitlist
Sydney + Telehealth
15 min
Immediate support
No waitlist
We accept speech therapy referrals now, with immediate appointments so support starts sooner.
Support for speech, language, social skills and safe swallowing, built around real life.
Speech alongside OT, psychology and behaviour support for joined-up care.
Clinic at Campsie, home and school visits across Sydney, or telehealth Australia-wide.
We start by understanding how the participant communicates and eats, then assess, plan and build skills, working with family and support teams so progress shows up in everyday life.
Assess: We look at communication, language and swallowing in everyday situations.
Plan & Build: Targeted therapy and tools like AAC, with coaching for family and support workers.
Review: We track progress and adjust goals as skills and needs change.
Speech therapy may help children, teens and adults living with disability to communicate, connect and eat safely, at home, school, work and in the community.
Support for communication, social skills, language and using AAC where helpful.
Help with articulation and clear speech so the child is understood more easily.
Building understanding and use of language — words, sentences and conversation.
Strategies to support smoother, more confident speech for children and adults.
Mealtime assessments and safe swallowing strategies to reduce risk at meals.
Setting up and building skills with communication devices and aids.
Rebuilding speech, language and swallowing after stroke or brain injury.
Functional communication for everyday needs, choices and relationships.
Support for voice, social communication and confident interaction.
A psychology-led, multidisciplinary team with speech pathology built in.
NDIS-registered provider delivering supports under the NDIS Practice Standards.
Certified Practising members of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
Multidisciplinary team: speech, OT, psychology and behaviour support.
Experienced with communication, AAC and mealtime (dysphagia) support.
From first words to safe meals, we support communication and swallowing in ways that fit everyday life.
Help with speech sounds and clarity so the participant is understood more easily.
Building understanding and use of words, sentences and conversation.
Dysphagia assessments and safe swallowing and mealtime strategies.
Setting up communication devices and building skills to use them every day.
Support for conversation, interaction and connecting with others.
Strategies for stuttering, fluency and voice across daily settings.
Our speech pathologists come to you at home, school or in the community.
We offer in-clinic, home and school visits across Sydney, plus secure telehealth anywhere in Australia.
Affective Care helps people be heard, understood and safe at mealtimes. Our speech therapy is practical, goal-led and emotionally-centred, working with the whole support network so progress lasts in everyday life.
We understand flexibility matters for busy families and teams.
Three steps from first enquiry to clearer communication and safer meals.
You, your family or your support coordinator contact us to discuss speech therapy and funding.
We assess communication and swallowing, then agree a person-centred therapy plan.
We build skills and tools, then review progress as goals and needs change.
Whether you’re a participant, family member, support coordinator or provider, we make speech therapy referrals simple. We’ll confirm goals, appointment options and funding, then get started.
Fill in our short referral form or call us, we respond quickly and accept new participants now.
We take time to understand how the participant communicates and eats, then build therapy and tools that work in real life, with you involved every step of the way.
Refer with confidence. We offer immediate appointments, clear reports, NDIS-aware documentation and regular updates, so your participants get speech support without long waits.
Let’s help the participant communicate, connect and eat with confidence. Talk to our team today, immediate appointments, no waitlist.
Mon–Fri · 9am – 5pm · No waitlist
Speech therapy (speech pathology) helps people communicate and eat safely. It supports speech, language, social skills, voice and swallowing for children, teens and adults.
Often, yes. Speech therapy is usually funded under Capacity Building: Improved Daily Living. It can cover assessment, therapy, AAC support, reports and reviews. We can help you check your plan.
It can support children, teens and adults living with disability who have communication, language, social, voice or swallowing needs at home, school, work or in the community.
AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) includes tools like communication boards, symbols and devices that help people communicate when speech alone isn’t enough. We assess, set up and build skills.
Yes. Our speech pathologists assess swallowing (dysphagia) and create safe mealtime strategies to reduce risk and support comfortable, enjoyable meals.
Yes. You can access speech therapy in our Campsie clinic, through home and school visits across Sydney, or via secure telehealth anywhere in Australia.
There’s no waitlist. We’re accepting referrals now with immediate appointments. Call 1300 615 193 or make a referral and we’ll discuss next steps.
Yes. We provide child-friendly therapy for speech sounds, language, social skills and early communication, working closely with families and schools.
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......Speech therapy often works best alongside other supports. As a psychology-led, multidisciplinary provider, we also offer occupational therapy, psychology, positive behaviour support, psychosocial recovery coaching and core supports, in person across Sydney and via telehealth Australia-wide.
Speech Therapy — Immediate appointments. No waitlist
Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner | PBS Manager
NDIS-aligned | Systems-aware | Values-led
Jessica supports individuals and teams through:
Jessica brings over two decades of experience as an educator and a strong foundation in psychology to her role as an Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner. As PBS Team Manager, she leads with clarity and accountability, ensuring practice aligns with both NDIS standards and ethical, person-centred care.
Her approach is holistic and collaborative, taking into account sensory, environmental, emotional, and relational factors that influence behaviour. Jessica works closely with individuals, families, and support teams to ensure behaviour support plans reflect personal values, lived experience, and real-world contexts.
Jessica’s leadership supports consistency, quality, and confidence across multidisciplinary teams. Her work ensures behaviour support is not just compliant, but compassionate, practical, and genuinely empowering.
Senior Psychologist and Behaviour Support Practitioner
Multidisciplinary | Assessment-driven | Governance-focused
Chady supports individuals through:
Chady is a highly experienced psychologist whose work spans both public and private sectors. At Affective Care, he delivers integrated behavioural and psychological services, supporting clients of all ages through assessment, therapy, and tailored intervention.
Known for his leadership within multidisciplinary teams, Chady brings structure, insight, and consistency to complex presentations. His expertise includes early intervention, rehabilitation, and complex case management, with a strong commitment to clinical governance and quality care.
Chady’s work is grounded in evidence-based practice and collaborative problem-solving. He supports individuals, families, and teams to navigate complexity with clarity, ensuring care remains ethical, coordinated, and effective.
Positive Behaviour Therapist & Registered Counsellor (ACA Level 2)
Holistic | Education-informed | Adolescent-focused
Miray supports individuals through:
Miray brings over 20 years of experience in education into her clinical work as a Positive Behaviour Therapist and Registered Counsellor. Her practice integrates behavioural science with a deep understanding of human development, particularly during adolescence.
She takes a holistic approach, blending structure with empathy to support individuals through behavioural challenges. Miray’s work is grounded in understanding the whole person—their environment, relationships, and emotional world.
Through compassion and insight, Miray supports individuals to develop self-awareness, regulation, and confidence. Her practice reflects a balance of science and humanity, creating space for growth that feels both supported and respectful.
Registered Psychologist
Relational | Empowerment-focused | Trauma-aware
Anabelle supports children and adults through:
Anabelle works alongside individuals with warmth, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person’s inner world. As a psychologist, she supports both children and adults to strengthen emotional awareness, build resilience, and develop healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Her therapeutic style is tailored and responsive, integrating approaches such as CBT, DBT, and Circle of Security to meet the unique needs of each client. Anabelle places strong emphasis on empowerment—helping people understand their patterns, reconnect with their values, and develop tools that support lasting change.
Anabelle’s work is grounded in safety, collaboration, and trust. She believes therapy is not about fixing people, but about creating space for insight, growth, and meaningful connection—supporting individuals to move forward with greater confidence and emotional clarity.
Occupational Therapist
Functional independence | Strengths-based | NDIS-focused
Brandon supports individuals through:
Brandon’s work centres on helping people build skills that translate into real, everyday independence. As an Occupational Therapist, he partners with individuals, families, and carers to identify what matters most in daily life and then builds practical pathways toward those goals.
His approach is client-centred and evidence-based, grounded in collaboration and respect for each person’s strengths, environment, and pace. Brandon understands that meaningful outcomes are rarely achieved in isolation, so he works closely with support networks to ensure strategies are realistic, sustainable, and supportive of long-term participation.
Through the NDIS, Brandon supports people to increase autonomy, confidence, and engagement in daily routines. His work is guided by a belief that independence is not about doing everything alone—it’s about having the right supports, skills, and systems in place to live with choice and dignity.
Registered Psychologist | PBS
Bilingual | Assessment-focused | Person-centred
Natalie supports children and adults through:
Natalie is a bilingual psychologist (English/Spanish) with extensive experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. Her work spans assessment and therapy, with a particular interest in forensic psychology and complex presentations.
She combines evidence-based practice with creativity and flexibility, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs, culture, and goals. Natalie’s approach is grounded in collaboration, ensuring clients feel understood, supported, and actively involved in their care.
Through thoughtful assessment and therapeutic intervention, Natalie supports individuals to build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rehabilitation-focused | Goal-driven | Community-oriented
Edric supports individuals through:
Edric’s practice is centred on helping people reconnect—both with their communication and with their communities. Working with adults and children, he has a strong interest in stroke rehabilitation and supporting individuals through the process of rebuilding communication skills.
His approach is practical and goal-focused, ensuring therapy remains relevant to everyday life. Edric collaborates closely with clients and families to identify meaningful outcomes and develop strategies that support confidence, participation, and independence.
Edric finds deep fulfilment in witnessing people regain their voice and reconnect with others. His work is guided by respect, patience, and a belief in each person’s capacity for recovery and growth.
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner & Registered Counsellor
Trauma-informed | Neuroscience-integrated | Relational
Heather supports individuals through:
Heather is an accomplished Behaviour Support Practitioner with over 20 years of experience supporting children and families. Her work integrates neuroscience, psychological theory, and trauma-informed practice to address complex presentations including attachment trauma, neurodevelopmental differences, and psychosocial disability.
Heather’s approach is collaborative and whole-person focused, ensuring behaviour support plans reflect both evidence and lived experience. She works closely with families and support networks to build strategies that enhance emotional wellbeing, safety, and functional independence.
Her commitment to holistic care ensures individuals receive support that honours identity, relationships, and long-term quality of life.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Communication | Connection | Technology-enhanced
Charbel supports children and adults through:
Charbel’s work is driven by a passion for helping people connect more fully with the world around them. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, he supports both paediatric and adult clients to strengthen communication, social interaction, and participation in daily life.
Since 2022, Charbel has worked across diverse settings, tailoring therapy to each person’s goals, strengths, and communication style. He has a particular interest in integrating technology into therapy, using innovative tools to enhance engagement and outcomes.
Charbel brings curiosity and creativity into his practice, believing communication is not just about words, but about connection, confidence, and belonging. His approach supports individuals to express themselves more clearly and engage meaningfully with others across home, school, work, and community environments.
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
Casual Allied Health Assistant
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Neurodiversity-affirming | Strengths-based | Mental health-focused
Joana supports children, adolescents, and adults through:
Joana is a Senior Occupational Therapist with a strong commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practice. She works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing complex emotional and behavioural needs, including bipolar affective disorder and other mental health conditions.
Her experience spans a range of developmental and neurodevelopmental presentations, including autism, ADHD, and Down syndrome. Joana’s clinical focus includes building fine motor, cognitive, sensory, and emotional regulation skills to support participation in everyday life.
Joana is particularly passionate about peer-mediated, client-centred, and strengths-based approaches. Her work supports individuals of all ages to increase social inclusion, functional independence, and overall quality of life.
Psychologist | Managing Director – Affective Care & Affective Health Services
Humanistic | Systems-led | Clinically grounded
Rita supports individuals, families, and communities through:
Rita works at the intersection of psychology, leadership, and purpose-driven care. As a psychologist and Managing Director, she brings both clinical depth and strategic clarity to every layer of service delivery at Affective Care and Affective Health Services. Her work is grounded in the belief that systems should adapt to people—not the other way around.
With a strong clinical foundation and a humanistic leadership style, Rita ensures that psychological therapy, allied health, and in-home supports remain emotionally intelligent, ethical, and genuinely person-centred. She leads teams with integrity, cultivating cultures of safety, reflection, and excellence so that practitioners can deliver their best work and clients can experience care that feels respectful and empowering.
Rita’s approach bridges therapeutic insight with organisational vision. She understands that sustainable outcomes require both skilled clinicians and well-designed systems. Through thoughtful leadership and clinical oversight, she supports services that respond to complexity with compassion, accountability, and innovation—creating meaningful, long-term impact for individuals, families, and the broader community.
