Team Members

Johanna Zadek

Co-Director/Speech Pathologist

Johanna has graduated with a Master of Speech Pathology from La Trobe University, a Bachelor of Arts Double-Major in Psychology and Linguistics from the University of Western Ontario and a Graduate Certificate in Communication Disorders Assistance from Durham College, Canada. Johanna is a creative and passionate speech language pathologist who has experience working in a variety of settings, including health care, schools, private practice, non-for-profit organisations and universities. She provides goal-oriented therapy to children and adults with speech, language, communication, hearing and swallowing difficulties. Johanna is a Registered Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia.

Samantha Paras

Co-Director/Speech Pathologist

Samantha graduated with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Speech Pathology, from La Trobe University in 2016. Samantha has a gentle and kind nature, and loves working with children and their families. Samantha has experience working within school systems (mainstream and special schools) and private practice, in Melbourne. Samantha has gained experience working with a wide range of children with speech, language, and hearing difficulties. Samantha has worked with children with autism spectrum disorder, language delays and disorders, speech disorders and children with hearing impairment. Samantha is a Registered Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia.

Carolina Sad

Therapy Assistant

Originally from Brazil, Carolina discovered her passion for working with children while living in Australia. she loves spending time with her boys, creating beautiful, unforgettable moments with her family. Carolina’s work brings her immense joy, with each day offering special little moments that make a big impact. Dedicated and driven, she embraces challenges and strive to make a meaningful difference in every child’s journey.

Kailah Hollingworth

Therapy Assistant

Kailah is a Therapy Assistant at Speak With Us and a final year speech pathology student at La Trobe University. She has a passion for working with kids and helping them and their families achieve their goals. She also has experience working with Autistic children and AAC. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and pilates.

Sara Martin

Therapy Assistant

Sara has an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education from NMIT, Integration Aide Certificate, Certificate III in ECE and is a KIS (Kindergarten Inclusion Support) Educator and a Therapy Assistant. Sara has two wonderful children of her own, one of whom is an Autistic young adult. She has been working in this field full time since 2013 and absolutely love working with children and people of all abilities. Sara believes children are full of awe, wisdom, creativity and honesty.

Quotes from our Team

Communication is more than just words. Everyone is unique and so should their therapy.

Johanna Zadek

Co-Director/Speech Pathologist

Being able to make others feel seen, heard, safe and understood is what is most important to me as a human and speech pathologist.

Samantha Paras

Co-Director/Speech Pathologist

Embrace the little moments; they’re often the ones that matter most.

Carolina Sad

Therapy Assistant

Every child has something important to say, it’s about knowing what to listen for!

Kailah Hollingworth

Therapy Assistant

I believe that all behaviour is communication, it’s up to us to figure out what is being said.

Sara Martin

Therapy Assistant

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