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Jackie

Principal Speech Therapist

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Jackie boasts a formidable tenure of 14 years within the field, during which she has meticulously evaluated and administered speech and language therapy to a cohort exceeding 600 children. As a clinician committed to neurodiversity affirmation, she has honed her expertise by crafting specialized training programs tailored for parents, early childhood educators, and entry-level speech therapists. Jackie's professional journey has traversed diverse settings, encompassing early intervention centres, inclusive preschools, and private practices. Embracing a pragmatic ethos, she espouses a functional methodology in addressing speech and language challenges, ensuring that skills acquired during therapy sessions seamlessly integrate into the children's daily routines. Grounded in her advocacy for respectful discipline, Jackie emphasizes the paramount importance of treating children with unwavering respect and affection throughout their therapeutic journey.

Training and Qualifications

  • Bachelor in Speech and Hearing Science

  • Hanen It Takes Two to Talk

  • Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Basic and Advance

  • Talk Tools Level 1 & 2

  • Social Thinking

  • Sensory Oral Sequential Approach

  • Routine-based Intervention

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