I started Stellar Speech because I know when it comes to communication and swallowing, one size does not fit all.

Just as humans have used the stars to find their way for thousands of years, I hope to help guide my clients on the journey to their goals.

About me

My name is Arabella, and I graduated from Sydney University in 2015. I am a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and a member of Speech Pathology Australia.

During my career, I have helped set up NDIS services in public health, held positions in senior management for a major allied health organisation, conducted and published award-winning research under my maiden name (Arabella Ludemann), presented at conferences, designed clinical programs for new graduates, run training events for clinical supervisors, and contributed to the promotion of many speech pathologists through mentoring and coaching.

Even with all the opportunities I have had in leadership and management, what I love most is helping people connect and enjoy their meals safely. I have lived experience of the impact of communication and swallowing disability (ask me about this if you want!).

Areas of interest

Because I take a person-centred approach to speech pathology, I believe that with good support and commitment, I can work towards my clients' goals no matter their age or diagnosis.

I enjoy working with people who have complex communication and swallowing needs. I have experience in the assessment of Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) including the application of assistive technology (AT). I am competent in the assessment of swallowing disorders and have worked with many clients and their networks to make mealtimes safe.

If you would like to know whether I have experience working with a specific condition, please contact me.

Supervision and mentoring

Two heads are better than one! I love talking to other speech pathologists about their professional development and I'm available for supervision and mentoring. If you're a Speech Pathology Australia member you can find me on the member hub. Otherwise, feel free to reach out if you'd like to connect.

Outside of speech pathology

In my spare time, I spend time with family and friends, run by the ocean or in the national park, learn about birds, create and craft, watch movies, play board games, and go on road trips.

Get in touch

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please make a referral online or get in touch.

Aziza, MSPA CPSP

Aziza graduated from Western Sydney University with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology, and works across the lifespan with children and adults. Aziza has experience using communication assistive technology in intervention and she works well with teams that provide full-time, formal supports for people living in SIL or out of home care. She establishes meaningful connections with her clients and delivers supports in locations that are most relevant to their goals, including workplaces and community settings. She is competent in assessing and managing complex swallowing conditions in the community and can complete complex dysphagia training for clients with severe swallowing difficulties. Aziza has completed additional training in Key Word Sign and assessing and prescribing Alternative and Augmentative Communication systems (AAC).

Languages other than English:

Arabic

Doreen, MSPA CPSP

Doreen graduated from Western Sydney University with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology, and works across the lifespan with children and adults. Doreen has experience working with early communicators using evidence-based interaction techniques to build communication skills from their foundations. She builds effective rapport with parents and clients who have had difficulties engaging with therapists due to complex social situations. Doreen has a hands-on, functional approach to therapy and is a person-centred clinician. Doreen uses Key Word Sign, visual scenes, LAMP, and Proloquo2Go with her non-speaking clients.