About Livia

Founder & Director | Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Livia started Approach because she believes every family deserves therapy that feels warm and makes communication functional and meaningful in daily life, across home, kinder, school and the community. She has worked across community health, private practice and schools, and nothing makes her happier than seeing a child light up as they find new ways to share their ideas. Livia chats with families in English or Mandarin, and gives back through free kindergarten screenings and parent workshops.

Interests: Speech sounds and CAS · Late talkers · Stuttering · AAC · Literacy

Training: NDP3 · Hanen (ITTT, More Than Words) · Lidcombe · Sounds-Write · PODD · LAMP · Key Word Sign · DIR Floortime · Circle of Security · Tuning into Kids

Qualifications: Master of Speech Pathology (University of Melbourne) | Languages: English, Mandarin

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About Jeanette

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Jeanette loves getting to know what makes each child tick, then turning their favourite things into therapy that feels like play. She has supported children and young people in clinics, schools and community health, and works hand in hand with parents and teachers so progress carries into everyday life. Jeanette is happy to chat with families in Cantonese, Mandarin, Malay or English.

Interests: Early language · Phonology · Literacy · Social communication · AAC · Gestalt language processing

Training: Hanen More Than Words · Social Thinking · Meaningful Speech (GLP) · LAMP · Little Learners Love Literacy · Key Word Sign

Qualifications: Master of Speech Pathology (University of Melbourne) | Languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Malay

About Monique

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Monique is passionate about supporting neurodivergent children, including autistic children, with a child-centred, strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming approach. She has supported children across private practice and school settings, with a particular love for AAC and Gestalt language processing that help children develop meaningful, authentic communication. Monique creates a safe, supportive and engaging space where every child feels heard, valued and empowered to communicate.

Interests: AAC · Gestalt language processing · Neurodiversity-affirming support · Articulation and phonology · Early language · Feeding and oro-motor skills

Training: Meaningful Speech (AAC + GLP) · PODD · LAMP · Key Word Sign (Intermediate) · Hanen (ITTT, More Than Words) · Infant and Paediatric Feeding · Neurodiversity Summit and Child-Led Summit

Qualifications: Master of Speech Pathology (University of Melbourne) Languages: English

About Jia Wen

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Jia brings a background in special education, having supported children with disabilities in special needs and mainstream school settings in Melbourne and Malaysia. Her gentle, playful warmth helps even the shyest children feel safe and relaxed, and she takes time to build trust at each child’s own pace. She loves creating personalised, engaging activities that build on each child’s strengths and interests, so therapy feels like fun rather than pressure. Jia works closely with families, educators and other professionals so children’s communication grows across their everyday environments, and she can connect with families in English, Mandarin, Malay or Hokkien.

Interests: AAC and key word sign · Language · Social communication · Speech · Literacy

Training: Developmental Language Disorder · Social Stories · Stuttering · LSVT LOUD · Gestalt language processing 

Qualifications: Master of Speech Pathology (University of Tasmania) | Languages: English, Mandarin, Malay, Hokkien

Professional Training

At Approach Speech Pathology, we are committed to ongoing professional learning and staying up to date with current research and best-practice approaches. We believe that effective therapy combines evidence-based intervention with an understanding of each child’s individual strengths, needs, interests, and family context.

Our clinicians regularly undertake specialised training across speech, language, literacy, social communication, AAC, and family-centred practice. This ongoing professional development allows us to provide therapy that is informed by the latest evidence while remaining flexible, practical, and tailored to each child and family.

Therapy Approach 

We believe in therapy that is interactive, functional, and evidence-focused. We tailor therapy to each individual, whether through play-based learning with children or functional communication strategies with adults. By collaborating closely with families, caregivers, educators, and support teams, we ensure therapy is meaningful, practical, and effective in everyday environments.

Community Involvement

The founder Livia is dedicated to giving back to the community by providing free services that support early identification and education. She offers free kindergarten screenings, delivers public education workshops, and volunteers to promote Speech Pathology Australia’s "Book of the Year" awards in local libraries. She also provides regular professional development for teachers, occupational therapists, and psychologists, ensuring professionals have the knowledge and tools to support children with communication needs.

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