Clinicians

Heidi Rees,
Speech Pathologist,
B.A., B. App. Science (Speech Pathology), M.S.P.A., C.P.S.P.

 

Heidi Rees is a Speech Pathologist with over 30 plus years experience. She has worked in Community Health, Schools, Private Practice and even been a flying Speech Pathologist servicing rural N.S.W. Heidi has worked with children aged 18 months to 16 years with a variety of different difficulties and needs. She now owns , manages and works at South East Speech Pathology a small local practice serving Malvern and the local surrounds.

Heidi is trained in PECS, Blades, PROMPT and DIR Floortime. She has extensive experience with literacy issues, Autism, fluency, speech  difficulties including dyspraxia, early language development and language and learning issues. Social language skills are a huge part of her current caseload and Heidi uses her Talkabout Social Skills training  to help children with friendships, verbal and nonverbal skills.

Tilly Dunn,
Speech Pathologist,
Bachelor of Speech Pathology, M.S.P.A., C.P.S.P.

Tilly graduated from Flinders University in Adelaide with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology. She is a certified practicing member of Speech Pathology Australia.

Tilly comes from a background of working within the South Australian Department for Education, and has experience working with children across all education settings – from preschool to adolescence. She is passionate about supporting all children to reach their learning and communication goals, and uses a neurodiversity affirming, evidence based approach to therapy.

Tilly has experience assessing and providing therapy for children with a range of speech, language, social communication and literacy needs.

Mia Dench, Speech Pathologist, Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours), M.S.P.A., C.P.S.P.

Mia is a certified practicing Speech Pathologist and a member of Speech Pathology Australia.

Mia has experience working with clients of all ages, supporting individuals to develop confidence and independence in their communication. She is passionate about helping people achieve their personal communication goals, and uses an evidence-based, client-centred approach to therapy.

Mia has experience assessing and providing therapy for a range of speech, language, social communication, and literacy needs. She brings warmth, enthusiasm, and a thoughtful approach to her work, making her a valued member of the South East Speech Pathology team.

Emmanuela Costaras, Speech Pathologist, Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours), M.S.P.A., C.P.S.P.

Emmanuela is a certified practicing Speech Pathologist and a member of Speech Pathology Australia.

She has a particular interest in voice and speech, drawing on her background as a singer to support clients in developing clarity, vocal strength, and confident communication. Emmanuela enjoys exploring creative approaches to therapy and is passionate about helping clients of all ages reach their communication goals.

Her enthusiasm and knowledge of voice make her a unique and valued member of the South East Speech Pathology team.

Mia Thorley,  Speech Pathologist, Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours), M.S.P.A., C.P.S.P.

Mia is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and a member of Speech Pathology Australia.

Mia is passionate about supporting children of all ages to build their communication skills, confidence and independence. She has a particular interest in supporting children with speech sound difficulties, as well as developing their language and literacy skills. Mia values working closely with families, educators and schools to support children’s communication across all environments.

Mia has experience working with children aged 18 months to 16 years, supporting a range of speech, language, social communication and literacy needs. She brings warmth and enthusiasm to her therapy sessions and hopes to create a positive environment, where children can feel comfortable, engaged and successful.

Allied Health Assistants 

Anni Rudel, Speech Pathology Student

As a final-year Speech Pathology student, Anni has already become a valued and fabulous member of our team. She has willingly assisted with administration and has worked with clients to provide accessible, lower-cost and alternative therapy options. She has developed an excellent rapport with both staff and students and consistently demonstrates warmth, initiative, professionalism and a genuine willingness to contribute.