Hi, i’m Lolli

My name is Laleh but everyone calls me Lolli - this is how Lollipop Speech was born!

I’m a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and proud member of Speech Pathology Australia. With 20 years of experience working with both children and adults, I’ve had the pleasure of helping individuals in various settings, from early intervention to stroke rehabilitation.  I graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology and completed further post graduate studies in 2018 with a Master of Science degree. For some ‘not so light’ reading, take a look at my published thesis about an intensive language program and my published journal article about Aphasia Rehabilitation.

I have an almost obsessive need to keep learning. I am forever listening to speech pathology podcasts, reading books and journal articles or doing courses. Because I love professional development, learning has never been a chore. The land of speech pathology is forever changing and I enjoy learning the latest evidence based approaches so I can apply it with your child - to get the best outcomes for them and watch them shine bright.

I have lived experience with one of my own children who had a significant speech and language delay. This gave me a profound and personal understanding of the anxiety and challenges faced by children and their families. Communication difficulties can permeate all aspects of a young child's life, affecting their ability to make friends, join activities, participate in conversations, tell stories, and be understood, often leading to frustration.

As both a speech pathologist and a mother with firsthand experience, I am dedicated to helping your child's communication skills flourish, enabling them to build connections in social and educational settings.

My passion lies in supporting your child’s communication development, ensuring they flourish socially and educationally. Building warm, happy relationships with children and their families is at the heart of my practice. I find immense joy in celebrating each child's unique achievements and milestones.

When I’m not working, I’m a typical mum trying to juggle life with my husband and our two little boys, who never sit still! Being a working mum, I understand the constant balancing act for families and my mission is to support your little ones to thrive with speech therapy that fits into your schedule and within your community. Let's work together to help your child thrive!

Hi, i’m Jessica

Hi, I’m Jess! I’m a speechie with a big heart and an even bigger passion for helping people find their voice. I graduated in 2019 with a Speech Pathology degree from Flinders University, and I’ve had the absolute joy of working with both kids and adults. My specialties? Speech, language, literacy, voice, and AAC (basically, all the cool ways we connect and communicate!). 

I love empowering individuals to express themselves while helping their families and communities understand the magic of communication. My approach is all about finding strengths, building connections, and making a lasting impact in ways that matter. Plus, I’m big on raising awareness about communication challenges because teamwork makes the dream work! 

When I’m not geeking out over speech therapy, you’ll find me strolling through nature, running, gardening, or diving into creative projects. I’m all about finding joy and bringing a little extra sparkle to every day!

Hi, i’m Anastasia

Hi, I’m Anastasia! I’m a passionate speech pathologist with a heart for helping young children thrive. Since graduating in 2022 from Flinders University, I’ve worked across clinic, childcare and school settings, providing holistic and personalised therapy.

I have a strong passion for stuttering, speech, language and early intervention and strive to support children achieve their full communication potential!  Building strong relationships with children and their families is at the core of my approach, ensuring therapy is engaging, supportive and tailored to their needs.

I’m always looking for ways to grow and refine my skills to provide the best evidence-based therapy for the children I support. I have training in Key Word Sign (KWS) - helping children build their communication through sign and spoken language. I’m also undergoing training to become a DIRFloortime practitioner, deepening my ability to support children's social, emotional and communication development through a play-based therapy approach. By continuing to learn and adapt my approach, I strive to help every child flourish in a way that feels natural, engaging and meaningful to them.

Outside of work, you will find me exploring cafes by indulging in a chai latte and occasional pastry, going for walks with my dog CJ and spending time with my family.

Parent review

“Finding Lolli for my 2 year old with a language delay has been such a blessing”

Parent review

“I am really amazed by Lolli's diagnosis and rehabilitation program for my son's speech developmental issues”

Parent review

“I applaud Lolli on her ability to engage kids whilst still directing the learning”

our values

  • We believe that everyone should have access to speech pathology services. That's why we offer below market rates and reduced travel rates, making it more affordable and fairer for all families.

  • We recognize that children thrive in different settings, so we offer our services wherever it suits you best. Our services are available both in our clinic and within the community.

  • At Lollipop Speech, we believe that children thrive when they genuinely feel cared for and cherished. We celebrate each child's unique strengths and provide support tailored to their current level of development.

  • This value arises from our respect for people's time and competing commitments. We embody this principle by being consistently prompt and responsive in all our communications.