About Changing Tides Speech Pathology
We offer a family centred, multimodal approach to achieve best outcomes, and we value the importance of working together as a team with other health professionals involved in all aspects of care.
That’s why we also share our clinic space with allied health practitioners such as a paediatric psychologist, audiologist and occupational therapist.
Whether it be a family member, friend or yourself, our name refers to the moment we choose to take control and improve our quality of life, whether it be through enhanced communication skills or simply through enjoying a meal with our loved ones. It’s time for a positive change.
We currently have 2 clinic locations. One based in Brookvale on Sydney’s Northern Beaches and the other located on the Central Coast. We also provide telehealth services as well as mobile services to homes, schools, preschools and aged care. Stop by our clinic sometime and say hi!
Meet our Team
Susie
Director
Speech Pathologist
Susie graduated from The University of Sydney with first class Honours. Since then she has gained international experience across Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. She has worked in a range of settings including schools, hospitals and private and community clinics before starting her own private practice in 2014, servicing Sydney’s Northern Beaches. In 2017, the Changing Tides name was officially born!
Susie has a passion for research and finding new, holistic ways of treating clients, and has a special interest in early communication development, oral/speech motor disorders, high tech assistive communication technology and feeding/swallowing disorders. She is trained in speech programs including Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (PROMPT); language programs including Hanen More Than Words, Key Word Signs/AUSLAN, Assistive Communication apps and devices (e.g. ProloQuo2Go, NeuroNode); and feeding/swallowing programs including Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation and sEMG Biofeedback in the Treatment of Dysphagia (VitalStim Plus), Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) approach and follows the principles of Responsive Feeding including Ellyn Satter’s Division of Responsibility (DOR).
When not working, you will find her making the most of the outdoors with her husband and two energetic kids – swimming, surfing, snorkelling, scuba diving, exploring a national park, researching new travel destinations, or spoiling her fur baby Luigi.
Rose
Speech Pathologist
Rose is a dedicated and compassionate clinician who is passionate about applying a neurodiversity-affirming, family-centred approach to help individuals connect with and navigate the world around them. As a neurodivergent clinician, Rose brings a genuine understanding and empathy to her work.
Being a mum to three children, each with their own unique qualities, Rose has a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of family life. This insight allows her to offer a realistic and empathetic perspective in supporting both the individual and their family in their various roles within daily routines.
With extensive experience in the disability sector, Rose is skilled in addressing complex communication needs associated with developmental and physical disabilities. She thrives in collaborative settings, working closely with allied health professionals, educators, and other members of a person’s support team to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Rose has completed professional development courses across various areas through respected organisations such as Yellow Ladybugs, the Australian Breastfeeding Association, SPELD/Sounds-Write, and Zyteq/Talking Mats. These learning opportunities have further enriched her practice and kept her up to date with the latest strategies and tools to best support her clients.
Rose can be found out and about with her trusty sidekick, Jason… including on her days at the Central Coast clinic at Changing Tides. With years of experience working with individuals of all ages, Rose helps families reach their goals in communication, mealtimes, and more.
Mel
Speech Pathologist
Mel graduated from the university of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honors). She has since gained extensive experience working throughout Australia and the United Kingdom across a variety of settings and with clients throughout all walks of life.
It was here that she developed a passion for working with both paediatrics and adults as both present their own joys and challenges. She has particular interest in complex needs, feeding, swallowing, AAC and speech.
Mel loves people and sees it as a privilege to be allowed into the lives of others and exploring their therapy journey with them. She believes in building trust, comfort and a relationship with each individual and their families in order to achieve the best outcomes and the individuals best self. She loves working with individuals, their families, carers, teachers and other health professionals to achieve the most holistic approach and outcomes possible.
On her days off, Mel loves spending time doing anything with her husband and two beautiful kids.
Khanh
Speech Pathologist
Khanh is a certified practising speech pathologist who has experience working interstate and overseas. She graduated from the University of Washington (US) with a Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and from the University of Sydney with a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. She has gained experience working across Australia and in Vietnam.
Khanh is specialised in early childhood intervention and loves working with toddlers and preschoolers. During her time in Vietnam, Khanh created and operated an intensive early intervention program for young autistic children. She is passionate about promoting language development through all forms of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Khanh also has particular interest in feeding/eating and oral motor development. Khanh is a warm and caring clinician who is committed to delivering evidence-based interventions and to make therapy fun and enjoyable for all. She believes in collaboration with families to ensure that they are part of their children’s therapy journey and progress.
Khanh is bilingual, fluent in both Vietnamese and English. On her days off, Khanh is an avid dancer and a handstand enthusiast.
Norita
Speech Pathologist
Norita graduated from The University of Sydney with a Bachelor’s in Applied Science (Speech Pathology). During her studies, she gained valuable experience working as an Allied Health Assistant at a speech therapy clinic and as a research assistant at The University of Sydney.
As a passionate clinician, Norita is dedicated to providing support to clients of all ages, from paediatrics through to adults. She has a strong interest for swallowing, early language, fluency (stuttering) and speech. Norita has had a range of experience across the community including preschool, schools and hospitals to ensure individuals of all backgrounds receive the care and support they deserve.
Norita embraces a holistic and inclusive approach to speech therapy, focusing on creating meaningful, individualised support to make a positive difference in her clients’ lives.
In her free time, Norita enjoys exploring new restaurants, dancing, photography and cycling. She is also an avid runner and is training to complete her first half marathon.
Natalie
Speech Pathologist
Natalie graduated from Australian Catholic University with a bachelor’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
She has developed a passion for working with children and teenagers with a range of communication challenges including speech, fluency (stuttering) and language delays.
Natalie has a particular interest in supporting autistic children and their families, especially Gestalt language learners. Natalie is very passionate about keeping up to date with the latest research to be able to provide evidence-based interventions in a fun and playful way. She has undertaken extra training in Hanen It Takes Two to Talk program, Nuffield Dyspraxia Program, Lidcombe program, Syllable Timed Speech (STS), Sounds Write, and Meaningful speech course for Gestalt language learning and AAC for Gestalt language
learners.
When not working, you will find Natalie enjoying time with family and friends and getting outdoors swimming, snorkelling or walking her dog, Oakley.
Milana
Speech Pathologist
Milana completed a Bachelor of Speech and Hearing Science and a Master of Speech and Language Pathology at Macquarie University. Throughout her studies, she worked as an Allied Health Assistant across hospital and community settings, where she developed a strong appreciation for collaborative care and the meaningful impact speech pathology can have on individuals and their families.
Milana is passionate about supporting both paediatric and adult clients. She is committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable, heard and supported. Milana takes a holistic, person-centred approach to therapy, working closely with individuals and their families to build confidence and achieve goals that are meaningful in everyday life.
Milana is dedicated to continually developing her clinical skills to ensure her clients receive thoughtful, evidence-based and meaningful support.
Outside of work, Milana enjoys staying active through snowsports, waterskiing, and walking her dog, Charlie. She loves spending quality time with friends and family and trying new restaurants.
Sophie
Speech Pathologist
Sophie graduated from the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology. She thoroughly enjoys working collaboratively with children and families and is a strong advocate for supporting communication through play, using a strengths-based approach, and meeting each child where they are. She has experience supporting children with speech sound disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, and children who use multimodal communication, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Sophie particularly enjoys working with neurodivergent children and values each child’s unique communication profile and personality!
During her studies, she worked as an Allied Health Assistant at a paediatric speech clinic on the Central Coast, where she gained valuable experience supporting children with a range of speech and language needs and connecting her university learning with clinical practice. She also had opportunities to travel overseas during her degree to further develop and explore areas in her field of passion.
Sophie has a warm and nurturing approach to therapy and places a strong value on fostering meaningful connections with the children and families she works with. She is passionate about continuing to develop her skills across all areas of speech pathology, with a particular interest in feeding and supporting children with complex needs. Outside of work, Sophie enjoys spending time at the beach, camping, going on long walks, and making the most of the beautiful outdoors on the Central Coast. She is also a big coffee lover and is always on the lookout for a good cafe!
Bihara
Allied Health Assistant
Bihara graduated from the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka with Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy (Honors). She has experience working with children and adults focusing on speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
She wore two hats at once: working as a Demonstrator at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, where she supported future speech therapists, while also providing hands-on therapy at a specialized therapy center in Sri Lanka. She has experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), cerebral palsy, developmental language delays, and feeding challenges. Her key interests include early intervention, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), Autism, Cleft Lip and Palate, and feeding therapy. She believes in a holistic, family-centered approach, ensuring therapy is engaging, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual’s needs. Bihara feels grateful to be part of individuals’ speech therapy journeys, helping them along the way.
Now at Changing Tides Speech Pathology, she is excited to bring her experience to support clients in their communication journeys and improve their quality of lives.
Outside of work, she’s always on the go—whether it’s baking, cooking up new recipes, shopping for hidden gems, or capturing life’s moments through photography.
Jason
Therapy Dog & Gentle Giant
Jason has a heart as big as his paws. Once a racing dog, Jason made the happy transition to pet life at the age of five, leaving behind his fast-paced past for a slower, more comfortable routine. Don’t let his imposing size fool you—Jason is all about comfort and calm. He can usually be found stretched out on a cushion or rug, content to watch the world go by. With his experience as a trained therapy dog, Jason has an abundance of calm to share. He completed his training with Greyhound Rescue’s Hounds Helping Humans program, where he learned to interact with a wide range of people, including those using wheelchairs and walkers. His calm presence and intuitive nature make him a favourite of just about anyone he visits and a valued companion to anyone in need of some quiet comfort.
At Changing Tides, Jason typically works alongside Rose, but his laid-back personality means he’s not always a fan of high energy or noise. When things get a bit too lively for his liking, he’ll just get up and wander off to hang with another therapist for a few moments’ peace and quiet.
Jason is a dog of simple pleasures. He delights in a gentle ear scratch or a long, slow belly rub. If you find his sweet spot, he’ll let you know with a soft groan of contentment or even a gentle paw to say, “More, please!” He’s not shy about communicating his needs, whether it’s a nudge toward something he wants, a roll onto his back for belly rubs, or a soft grumble when he’s had enough. Jason may not speak in words, but he speaks loudly through his body language, his gentle voice, and quiet, calm demeanour.
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Indigenous Acknowledgment
Changing Tides acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.