
Brittany
Team Manager & Speech Pathologist
- Brit holds a Bach of Speech Pathology from The Australian Catholic University, and has 6 years of experience working as a Paediatric Speech Pathologist.
- Brit is a Certified practicing speech pathologist and is a registered member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
- Prior to this, Brit worked as a Dance teacher, teaching Jazz, Tap and Ballet to children between the ages of 4-20.
- Throughout this time, Brit has developed strong expertise in delivering high-quality care and supporting and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Brit has experience working with children Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Pathological Demand Avoidance, Cerebral Palsy, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Down Syndrome, Selective Mutism, Prada Willi, Intellectual Disabilities, Genetic Conditions, speech sound delay, language delay/difficulties, and literacy difficulties
- She has a particular interest in Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Speech Sound acquisition, Early Language Development, and AAC implementation.
As a Team Manager:
- Leads and supports a multidisciplinary allied health team
- Promotes evidence-based, client-centered care
- Manages staff development, training, and performance
- Builds strong relationships with clients, families, and referral partners
Fun Facts:
- Brit has lived in every capital city along the East Coast of Australia
- Her favourite colour is purple
- Brit loves to travel. Her favourite countries to visit are Spain and Portugal. Her family is Dutch.
Key Development Programs Undertaken
- Treating CAS - Preschool and More Severe Children
- ‘More than Words’ - Hanen Program
- Key Word Sign course Australia
- Jennie Bjorem – Practical Strategies and Resources: Your Toolkit for CAS
- ASD, ADHD, PDA and School - Understanding Sensory Environment & Behaviours in the Classroom