Meet our team

The People Behind Space to Grow

Certified practising speech pathologists and AHPRA-registered occupational therapists, between them fluent in eight languages.

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Jesrin

Speech Pathologist

Passionate about helping people across every age group communicate, and hoping to have a positive influence on their lives. A fun-loving person who keeps sessions welcoming and interactive for little ones.

Experience: 6 years working with speech and language difficulties, swallowing, and post-stroke rehabilitation.
Has supported clients from 9 months to 90+ years.
Specialties: ASD, ADHD and intellectual disability
Speech and language disorders
Stuttering
A range of syndromes
Away from work: Driving, travelling, the gym, movies, music, and time with friends and family.

Li Ni

Speech Pathologist

Works across the full range of speech pathology practice and has a particular focus on supporting people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychology — Loyola Marymount University, USA
Master of Speech Pathology — University of Queensland
Certified Practising member of Speech Pathology Australia
Languages: English
Mandarin
Malay
Cantonese
Specialties: Speech, language and literacy
Swallowing
Voice and fluency disorders
Away from work: Travelling, singing, and playing guitar.

Zenia

Speech Pathologist

Has worked across hospital, community health and private practice settings, supporting clients across the lifespan.

Qualifications: Bachelor of Speech Pathology — University of Queensland
Languages: English
Cantonese
Mandarin
Experience: Hospital, community health and private practice settings
Clients across the lifespan
Away from work: Jogging, arts and crafts, and time with friends and family.

Dr Vida

Dr Vida Alizad

Occupational Therapist

Brings a calm, thoughtful and person-centred approach, focused on improving independence, safety and quality of life.

Qualifications: Doctorate in Movement Neuroscience
Specialised in 3D motion analysis and non-invasive brain stimulation
Experience: 18+ years of academic experience (University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences; Queensland University of Technology)
20+ peer-reviewed publications and 30+ international conference presentations
Former National Clinical Lead and Queensland Clinical Supervisor
Assessments & services: Ongoing occupational therapy
Functional Capacity Assessments
SDA, SIL and ILO assessments
Home modifications
Assistive technology assessments
Home Care Package assessments

Ngan

Speech Pathologist

An Honours graduate who has worked across private practice, community and hospital settings with clients of all ages.

Qualifications: Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) — University of Queensland
Languages: English
Vietnamese
Specialties: Dysphagia (swallowing) disorders
Voice disorders
All ages
Away from work: Cooking, trying new cafes, and time with family.

Alisha

Occupational Therapy Student

Alisha is a fourth-year Occupational Therapy student at Griffith University! Alisha loves working with people of all ages and building genuine connections while supporting them to work towards goals that are meaningful to them. She especially enjoys working with children and finding creative ways to make therapy fun, engaging and suited to their individual interests. She is a friendly, patient and approachable person who loves seeing clients grow in their confidence and independence.

Away from work: Playing badminton, baking something sweet, spending time with family and friends, or finding a new café to try!

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