Meet our team
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Jess
M.S., CCC-SLP, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
Over the past decade, Jess has supported clients across hospital, rehabilitation and home health settings in both Alaska and Florida. Her clinical focus includes swallowing and communication therapy for adults with traumatic brain injuries, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, dementia and other progressive neurological conditions. She also enjoys early childhood language development and values the opportunity to support clients across the lifespan.
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Jess is an experienced speech pathologist with a strong background in adult neurological care and has a deep commitment to providing personalised, evidence-based therapy. Originally from sunny Kissimmee, Florida, USA, Jess holds a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Florida Atlantic University, alongside undergraduate degrees in Linguistics and Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Jess’s therapy approach is warm, collaborative and client-centred. She is passionate about working with families and care teams to create functional, meaningful goals that build confidence and independence. She is trained in a number of specialised programs, including Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT), the McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program (MDTP), the Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile (MBSImP), and the Ampcare Effective Swallowing Protocol (ESP). She is also a certified endoscopist, qualified to perform Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).
Jess and her family recently made the big move from Alaska to Bribie Island, drawn by the sunshine and coastal lifestyle. Outside of work, Jess enjoys spending time outdoors, especially hiking and camping with her husband and young son. She’s also a keen gardener, audiobook listener and lifelong learner.
Jess’s therapy approach is warm, collaborative and client-centred. She is passionate about working with families and care teams to create functional, meaningful goals that build confidence and independence. She is trained in a number of specialised programs, including Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT), the McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program (MDTP), the Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile (MBSImP), and the Ampcare Effective Swallowing Protocol (ESP). She is also a certified endoscopist, qualified to perform Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).
Jess and her family recently made the big move from Alaska to Bribie Island, drawn by the sunshine and coastal lifestyle. Outside of work, Jess enjoys spending time outdoors, especially hiking and camping with her husband and young son. She’s also a keen gardener, audiobook listener and lifelong learner.
Certifications and memberships
- Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics with a Minor in Teaching English as a Second Language at The University of Florida
- Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders at The University of South Florida
- Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology at Florida Atlantic University
- Certified in Lee-Silverman Voice Training (LSVT)
- Certified Endoscopist (Fiber Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing)
- Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS)
- Certified in McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program (MDTP)
- Certified in The Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile (MBSImP)
- Certified in Ampcare Effective Swallowing Protocol (ESP)
- Certified member of the American Speech Language Hearing Association
- Member of Speech Pathology Australia
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Abby
M.S., CCC-SLP, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
Certifications and memberships
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Abby grew up in Alabama, USA, and now calls Bribie Island home, where she established Sound Abilities Speech Pathology in 2021.
Abby has experience in a range of settings both in the USA and Australia, including private clinics, schools and hospitals. She enjoys working with clients and their families in a fun, creative and supportive environment in order to provide excellent service and motivate clients to reach their full potential.
Abby has a special interest in helping people of all ages who have difficulty with speech sounds, including Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). By only focusing on these areas, she is able to enhance her clinical skills and stay up-to-date with current research in order to best support her clients. This includes completing training in Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC), the Nuffield Dyspraxia Programme (NDP3) and Rapid Syllable Transition Training (ReST), which are used for treating CAS. Abby has also completed training in Speech Intelligibility Treatment (SIT) for paediatric dysarthria and the SPEAK OUT! program for people with Parkinson's disease.
When not at work, Abby enjoys reading, learning to crochet and baking.
Abby has experience in a range of settings both in the USA and Australia, including private clinics, schools and hospitals. She enjoys working with clients and their families in a fun, creative and supportive environment in order to provide excellent service and motivate clients to reach their full potential.
Abby has a special interest in helping people of all ages who have difficulty with speech sounds, including Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). By only focusing on these areas, she is able to enhance her clinical skills and stay up-to-date with current research in order to best support her clients. This includes completing training in Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC), the Nuffield Dyspraxia Programme (NDP3) and Rapid Syllable Transition Training (ReST), which are used for treating CAS. Abby has also completed training in Speech Intelligibility Treatment (SIT) for paediatric dysarthria and the SPEAK OUT! program for people with Parkinson's disease.
When not at work, Abby enjoys reading, learning to crochet and baking.
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Monique
Allied Health Assistant
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance Certifications and memberships
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Monique is an enthusiastic Allied Health Assistant who commenced her journey in the field of Allied Health in 2023. She is passionate about working with clients of all ages, particularly in areas of literacy development, speech sound disorders, and those living with Parkinson's disease. Under the guidance of our lead Speech Pathologist, Monique is available to support and supplement the care provided to our clients, as well as providing administration support.
Her supportive approach and eagerness to help clients achieve their goals makes her a valuable team member. With a focus on providing individualised care, Monique is excited to grow in her role and make a positive difference in the lives of those she works with.
When not at work, Monique enjoys fishing, bird watching and volunteering in the local Bribie community.
Her supportive approach and eagerness to help clients achieve their goals makes her a valuable team member. With a focus on providing individualised care, Monique is excited to grow in her role and make a positive difference in the lives of those she works with.
When not at work, Monique enjoys fishing, bird watching and volunteering in the local Bribie community.