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About iSpeech

Communication is about more than words.

iSpeech is a paediatric speech pathology practice supporting children and families across South East Melbourne. We believe therapy works best when children feel safe, understood and involved in the process.

A child building with wooden blocks alongside a speech pathologist
Two iSpeech clinicians collaborating on care

Our philosophy

Connection over compliance.

We focus on building genuine, trusting relationships with children and families. Therapy is shaped around each child’s interests, strengths and communication style, with space for choice, autonomy and meaningful participation.

What guides our care

Child-centred

Therapy is shaped around each child’s interests, strengths and communication style, so they can participate in ways that feel safe and meaningful.

Collaborative

We work alongside families, teachers and other professionals to support communication across everyday environments.

Evidence-informed

We combine current research, clinical experience and ongoing reflection to guide individualised, meaningful support.

Inclusive

We respect each child’s background, culture and communication style, including the languages they hear and use at home.

Our team

The people behind iSpeech

Our small team works together to support children and families — from speech pathology and therapy through to the day-to-day coordination that keeps everything running smoothly.

Yana, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Yana

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Yana is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist with a particular interest in language, social communication and emotion coaching. She values relationship-led, child-centred therapy and works closely with families to build communication skills that carry into everyday life. Yana speaks English and Russian and has some conversational Spanish.

Victoria

Practice Assistant

Victoria has been part of iSpeech for the past three years, working behind the scenes to keep the practice organised and running smoothly. From accounts and client administration to the many small tasks that happen in the background, she helps take care of the details so our clinicians can focus on supporting children and families. Victoria speaks English and Russian.

Larni, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Larni

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Larni holds a Master’s degree in Speech Pathology from The University of Melbourne. She is passionate about supporting children and teens to achieve their communication goals through practical and engaging sessions. As a parent of two, Larni brings deep empathy, respect, and a practical understanding of family life to her practice.

Work with us

We’re always interested in hearing from thoughtful, relationship-focused clinicians who share our approach to child-centred practice.

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Not sure where to start?

Book a free 15-minute call with our team. We’ll answer your questions and help you work out the right next step for your child.