Meet the Embrace Speech Pathology team:
OUR TEAM
Alice Walker
DIRECTOR, SPEECH PATHOLOGIST + CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
*Alice’s books are currently closed*
Alice Walker is a vibrant, bubbly speech pathologist and the founder of Embrace. She’s not afraid to share a laugh with her clients, creating a comfortable and engaging environment for therapy. As a neurodivergent individual with ADHD, Alice brings a unique and deeply empathetic perspective to her work, understanding firsthand the challenges and triumphs her clients may face.
Alice brings extensive training and expertise across a broad range of evidence-based approaches, including:
Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Feeding Therapy
Hanen Certified Practitioner – empowering parents to support communication development through everyday interactions
AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), with advanced training in:
Two Way Street's AAC Upskilling Program
PODD (Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display)
Lidcombe Program – consortium-trained in early intervention for childhood stuttering
Key Word Sign – supporting communication through signs and gestures
Sounds-Write Literacy Program – building strong foundational skills in reading and spelling
Meaningful Speech (Natural Language Acquisition) – tailored support for gestalt language processors
What's the Buzz? – certified facilitator of this structured social-emotional learning program
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) – trained in adapting support to reduce anxiety and promote engagement for children with PDA profiles
Evidence-Based Speech Therapy for Phonological Disorders – including "Which Phonological Intervention Should I Choose?" by Rebecca Reinking
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
Meet Izzy, our gentle and warm Speech Pathologist who dedicates her time to helping clients from Tuesday to Friday. Beyond her professional life, she has a passion for art and enjoys spending her weekends with family and friends, where she actively engages with children and teens of all ages, including teaching Sunday school. Izzy excels at working with a variety of clients, especially children who may be feeling nervous or apprehensive. She thrives on personalising each child's experience, forging wonderful connections with their families. For Izzy, Speech Pathology is the perfect career choice.
Izzy has been at Embrace since 2023 and completed a Bachelor of Speech Pathology with Flinders University. Izzy has also completed additional training in:
Hanen Program It Takes Two To Talk
AAC Workshop Two Way Street
Evidence-based speech therapy for phonological disorders 'Which Intervention Should I Choose?' by Rebecca Reinking
Paediatric Feeding Mentorship Program
Meaningful Speech – AAC and GLP Introduction
Izzy (Isabella) Luke
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST + CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
We are thrilled to have Haylee on board in the clinic on Tuesdays and Fridays. As a senior speech pathologist, Haylee brings a wealth of experience, having worked with children from their early years through adulthood. Haylee also plays a supervisory role within the clinic, supporting other clinicians in their clinical practice.
Haylee's warm and calm approach to therapy ensures her clients always feel incredibly comfortable. She loves building strong relationships with her clients and their families using a holistic approach.
Haylee has completed multiple professional developments, including:
Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Feeding Therapy
Sounds-Write Literacy Program (for developing strong foundational literacy skills)
Meaningful Speech (Natural Language Acquisition for Gestalt Language Processors)
AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) (Two Way Street's Upskilling in AAC)
Key Word Sign (supporting communication through signs and gestures)
Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (PDA) (tailoring approaches for children with PDA profiles to reduce anxiety and foster engagement)
Haylee Arnott
Josie (Josephine)Wilson
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
Originally from rural NSW, Josie brings warmth, a smile, and a flexible approach to her role as a speech pathologist. Starting her journey with Embrace as an Allied Health Assistant, Josie has seamlessly transitioned into a full-time role, earning praise for her ability to make clients feel instantly at ease.
With an Honours degree in Speech Pathology and hands-on experience gained during her studies, Josie is skilled at adapting her sessions to suit client needs—whether on the floor, at the table, or in the playroom. Passionate about empowering her clients, Josie creates a supportive environment where they can build confidence and achieve their goals.
Josie has completed additional training in:
AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) – Two Way Street's Upskilling in AAC
Evidence-Based Speech Therapy for Phonological Disorders – including "Which Phonological Intervention Should I Choose?" by Rebecca Reinking
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
Working across both clinic and school settings, Kayla brings a thoughtful and personalised approach to her role as a speech pathologist. She holds an Honours degree in Speech Pathology and is passionate about creating meaningful connections with her clients and tailoring therapy to their individual strengths, needs and goals.
Known for her calm demeanour and ability to stay composed under pressure, Kayla brings consistency and stability to her sessions, ensuring a reliable and supportive environment for her clients. Her maturity and professionalism are truly beyond her years, making her a valued member of the team.
Kayla has completed additional training in:
AAC through Two Way Street's Upskilling program
Evidence-Based Speech Therapy for Phonological Disorders – including "Which Phonological Intervention Should I Choose?" by Rebecca Reinking
Sounds-Write Literacy Program – evidence-based reading and phonics support
Kayla Michos
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST + CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
Annie graduated from Flinders University with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology in 2021. She is passionate about making therapy engaging and meaningful by tailoring sessions to each child's strengths, interests, and individual goals. Annie believes the best outcomes come from working collaboratively with families and is passionate about empowering parents and caregivers to play an active role in their child's communication journey.
Annie also plays a key leadership role within the clinic, providing supervision and support to other clinicians; a responsibility she has taken on to help guide the team's clinical practice.
Annie has completed additional training in:
It Takes Two to Talk (The Hanen Centre) – An evidence-based parent coaching program that supports parents of young children with language delays to build communication skills through everyday interactions.
PODD Introductory Workshop (Two Way Street) – Training in the PODD communication system, designed to support individuals with complex communication needs.
AAC Foundations & Motor Planning (Two Way Street) – Developing knowledge and practical skills to support children using AAC systems effectively.
Sounds-Write Literacy Program – An evidence-based phonics program that supports reading, spelling, and literacy development.
Which Phonological Intervention Should I Choose? (Adventures in Speech Pathology) – Evidence-based training that provides practical frameworks for selecting the most appropriate phonological intervention for children with speech sound disorders.
Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (Dr Ross Greene) – An evidence-based approach that focuses on understanding challenging behaviour as the result of lagging skills and solving problems collaboratively.
Annie Eats
Kristy Allison
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST
Kristy is a dedicated and compassionate Speech Pathologist who holds a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from Flinders University. She brings a strong foundation of clinical knowledge and hands-on experience supporting children, families, and individuals with diverse communication needs.
Kristy has worked across a range of settings, including schools, clinics, and community environments. Her experience spans early language and literacy, speech, fluency, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and tailored intervention for children with disability. She is passionate about delivering therapy that is playful, purposeful, engaging, and guided by each child's individual strengths and interests.
In addition to her clinical experience, Kristy brings strong skills in rapport-building and behaviour support. She's known for her warm and engaging style, creating safe and supportive spaces where children feel comfortable, confident, and empowered to communicate and learn.
Kristy is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice. Her additional training includes:
Sounds-Write Literacy Program – supporting strong foundational skills in reading and spelling
Conquering the Complexity Approach by Rebecca Reinking
Link Assistive AAC Training – supporting the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Ongoing professional development to continue building her clinical knowledge and delivering best-practice intervention
ADMINISTRATION
Rosemary joined the Embrace team this year and is in the clinic Monday to Thursday, holding down our front desk. She's often the first friendly face and voice families connect with, helping with client payments, emails, enquiries, and all things administration.
Rosemary keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes, making sure families feel supported and organised from the moment they reach out, right through to their appointments.