About Kalliope
Kalliope is a caring and enthusiastic speech pathologist who is dedicated to helping children and adults communicate with confidence and purpose. She provides supportive and enjoyable therapy that empowers clients to achieve their goals.
She has experience working with people across the lifespan who present with a wide range of communication needs, including speech, language, literacy, and social skill difficulties, preschool speech and language delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Global Developmental Delay and Intellectual Disability.
Having worked in multidisciplinary teams, Kalliope values working closely with families, teachers, and other allied health professionals to ensure each client reaches their full potential.
Kalliope is trained in a number of evidence-based therapy approaches, including PROMPT©, The Lidcombe Program for preschool and school-aged children who stutter, Sounds-Write, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), LAMP Words for Life and she also has experience using Key Word Sign to support communication development.
Kalliope speaks conversational Greek and enjoys tailoring therapy to support families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Why did I become a speech pathologist?
My love of reading and linguistics opened the horizons for me to pursue a career in speech pathology where I have the opportunity to help people reach their communication potential and advocate for their needs.
Why do I love working at Eastside?
It is such a warm and friendly workplace where you will always find a smile. Each day is an opportunity to help others and grow as a person.
What is my favourite place in the world?
Sitting under a shady tree with a good book
Fun Fact
I play the flute and enjoy bushwalking with my family.