Esta is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist who loves hearing people’s stories and having fun. With a passion for empowering individuals to communicate effectively, she aims to deliver person-centred, evidence-based care, tailored to individual interests and strengths.

Committed to embracing neurodiversity, Esta understands that no human is the same - and this is to be celebrated. Esta aims to support clients and families to feel confident in their ability to communicate and in who they are.

Esta has special interests in the areas of speech sound disorders, literacy and stutter-affirming therapy. Esta has worked across numerous settings including in the community, schools and in private practice. She has experience in a range of practice areas, including speech, literacy, stuttering, social communication, alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) and language.

Esta loves learning and is always learning (and unlearning!) in all areas of her practice. Esta is qualified in a range of therapeutic approaches, including Sounds Write, Read3, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (in the context of stuttering), Lidcombe Program, Camperdown Program.

Having grown up in a small coastal town in Tasmania, Esta loves all things outdoors. Now living and working in Melbourne, Esta loves spending time in her garden, at the beach, or at local parks and cafes searching for the best coffees.