Laura Muscat (Saliba)
Laura is the founder and Director of The Speech Co. She graduated from Macquarie University with a Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP). Laura loves working with children and watching their communication skills grow and have a positive impact on themselves and their families.
When Laura is not working with her clients she is spending quality time with her children and husband, meeting with friends, and enjoying food!
Qualifications/Certifications
Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP), Macquarie University;
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP);
The Hanen Centre “More Than Words”;
Sounds Write Certified;
Understanding Autism with Dr Tony Attwood;
Infant Feeding Foundations workshop with Babble & Munch Speech Pathology;
Feeding Therapy Australia - “Tools for Success”;
Velopharyngeal Insufficiency (VPI) Seminar IIII and VIIII;
Nuffield Apraxia Training - Applying the Nuffield Dyspraxia Programme with children with CAS;
Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD);
Talk For Writing;
The Meaningful Speech Course;
An Integrative Approach to Treating Oral Dysfunction Across the Lifespan;
Practical Advanced Skills in Orofacial Myology;
Introduction to Trauma Informed Practice (Kizzy Searle’s Workshop).
Rebecca Plummer
Rebecca is a Speech Pathologist who graduated from the University of Sydney with a Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP). She enjoys working with children with a range of communication difficulties and aims to empower these children by building their ability to communicate with others.
When Rebecca is not working with her clients she loves reading, cooking, attending live music performances, walking her beagle, and playing board games with her friends and family.
Qualifications/Certifications
Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP), University of Sydney;
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP);
Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Cultural Studies), University of Technology, Sydney;
Velopharyngeal Insufficiency (VPI) Seminar VIIII;
Sounds Write Certified;
Talk For Writing;
The Lidcombe Program Certified;
Treatment of School Age Children Who Stutter;
Blades - Adding Meaning and Interaction to Language Therapy;
The Traffic Jam In My Brain Workshop;
Zones of Regulation;
The Hanen Centre “More Than Words”;
The Meaningful Speech Course;
Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD);
Nuffield Apraxia Training - Applying the Nuffield Dyspraxia Programme with children with CAS;
Diagnosis and Treatment of CAS Using
Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC);Triple P Positive Parenting Program;
An Integrative Approach to Treating Oral Dysfunction Across the Lifespan;
Practical Advanced Skills in Orofacial Myology.
Stephanie Windeyer
Stephanie is a Speech Pathologist who graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) Honours. Stephanie is passionate about empowering families and their children with the skills and knowledge to communicate and build relationships with others in their everyday lives.
When Stephanie is not working with her clients she loves spending time with her family and friends, going to the beach, taking her dog for a walk, and going to new cafés and restaurants.
Qualifications/Certifications
Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) Honours, University of Sydney;
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP);
Dr. Julia Starling Workshop: Supporting the Language difficulties of Upper Primary School-Aged Children;
Dr. Elizabeth Murray Workshop: Late Talking Toddlers – How to work on speech early;
Sounds Write Certified;
Talk For Writing;
The Lidcombe Program Certified;
The Meaningful Speech Course;
An Integrative Approach to Treating Oral Dysfunction Across the Lifespan;
Practical Advanced Skills in Orofacial Myology;
Selective Mutism: Treatment for Speech Pathologists;
Triple P Positive Parenting Program;
Diagnosis and Treatment of CAS Using
Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC).
Paige Hawkins
Paige is a Speech Pathologist who graduated from Macquarie University with a Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP). She believes that all children deserve a voice and is passionate about helping them reach their communication and academic potential.
When Paige is not working with her clients she loves reading, going on road trips, watching movies, and spending time with her friends and family.
Qualifications/Certifications
Bachelor of Speech, Hearing and Language Sciences, Macquarie University;
Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP), Macquarie University;
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP);
Sounds Write Certified;
The Lidcombe Program Certified;
The Traffic Jam In My Brain Workshop;
Julia Starling's 'Supporting Older Children and Adolescents with Reading Comprehension and Written Expression Difficulties';
An Integrative Approach to Treating Oral Dysfunction Across the Lifespan;
Practical Advanced Skills in Orofacial Myology;
Melanie Potock’s ‘The Pacifier Course’;
The Meaningful Speech Course;
AAC for Gestalt Language Processors;
Triple P Positive Parenting Program;
Key Word Sign - Basic Training;
Liberator's AAC Assessment and Implementation Course;
Inspiration by Integration Conference 2024 - A Practical Guide to Children's Airway Health;
AAOM Presents 'Functional Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy' with Linda D'Onofrio;
MyoMunchee U and Bebe Protocols Certified.
Chloe Harris
Chloe is a Speech Pathologist who graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology). She is passionate about helping children to reach their full potential by helping empower them and improve their communication skills.
When Chloe is not working with her clients, she enjoys being outdoors, camping, running, and spending time with her friends and family.
Qualifications/Certifications
Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology), University of Sydney;
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP);
LAMP Introductory Training Workshop;
Liberator's AAC Assessment and Implementation Course;
Sounds Write Certified;
The Meaningful Speech Course and AAC for GLP Course;
Triple P Positive Parenting Program.
Sue piper
Sue is our receptionist who came to us with thirty four years of experience in the Financial Services Industry. During that time, Sue’s roles included customer service, loans administration, and payments management. Her skills acquired over the years have been a great benefit to The Speech Co.
When Sue is not working she enjoys spending time with friends and family, researching her family tree, and studying Irish history.
