Meet the Team
At Connect.Ed we are dedicated to fostering growth, resilience, and well-being in children facing the challenges of childhood trauma. With a passion for nurturing the emotional and developmental needs of young minds, our multidisciplinary team brings together expertise in trauma-informed care, education, and counseling.
Committed to empowering both families and educators, we provide evidence-based resources, professional development, and compassionate support.
Kerra-Lee
Director
Kerra-Lee has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science, a Graduate Certificate in Developmental Trauma, a Graduate Certificate in Education (Trauma-Aware Education) and a Graduate Certificate of Therapeutic Child Play.
Jordan
Speech Pathologist & Clinical Team Leader
Jordan has obtained a Master of Speech Pathology and has experience supporting a comprehensive range of areas including speech, language, social skills, AAC (Alternative and Augmentative Communication), feeding and group therapy.
Kayla
Administrative Support
More information to come
Early Intervention
Louise
Occupational Therapist
Louise is an Occupational Therapist who graduated from the University of South Australia in 2023. She brings enthusiasm to her work with children and young people with diverse developmental needs, including Autism, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities.
Casey
Speech Pathologist
Casey is a Speech Pathologist who completed a Bachelor of Speech Pathology at Flinders. She has experience across a range of practice areas, including speech, language, swallowing and social communication with children and young adults in both metro and rural settings.
Bridget
Speech Pathologist
Bridget is a new-graduate Speech Pathologist who completed a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) at the University of South Australia. She has experience across a range of areas, including speech, language and social communication.
Kayley
Occupational Therapist
Kayley obtained a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at the University of South Australia in 2021. She has extensive paediatric experience from within her practice in Australia and overseas. Across the past 3 years Kayley has supported many children through a strengths and skills focused mindset, to develop the skills they need to be and feel successful in everyday life.
Julia
Psychosocial Therapist
Julia holds a Bachelor of Social Work, and has extensive experience in child-centered approaches, trauma-informed care, and developmental assessments. She has extensive experience supporting children with diverse needs and equipping caregivers with the tools to provide consistent support.
Cheska
Cheska has completed a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, as well as additional training in Feeding Therapy and Oral Placement Therapy. She has nearly 6 years of experience supporting and advocating for children, and is passionate about building the capacity of the team around the child.
Occupational Therapist
Ebony
Speech Pathologist
Ebony has worked as a speech pathologist in Victorian schools, supporting students and families in rural communities. She has experience providing both whole-school and individual support, working closely with educators to create inclusive learning environments that foster communication development for all.
Amy
Amy is a compassionate and committed Developmental Educator with a Bachelor of Disability and Developmental Education. She brings a person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based approach to her work, supporting children and families to achieve individualised goals and navigate everyday routines with confidence.
Developmental Educator
Learning & Development
Nicola
Professional Development Facilitator
Nicola has an Honours degree in Psychology and specialised in the field of Infant Mental Health. Her further study which guides her practice includes Marte Meo and Circle of Security.
Rose
Professional Development Facilitator
With a passion for nurturing and supporting children who have experienced complex trauma, Rose has dedicated more than 14 years to working in a therapeutic residential care setting.
Olga
Professional Development Facilitator
Throughout the last 10 years, Olga has worked predominantly with vulnerable children and their families by supporting them in the home to address complex and compounding issues impacting on their lives.
Mel
Mel is a registered psychologist with a big heart for connection and a deep passion for helping people make sense of their experiences. For the past five years, she has worked in private practice with clients of all ages, with a special focus on supporting people to process and integrate trauma in ways that feel safe, empowering, and true to them.
Psychologist & Professional Development Facilitator
Emma
Professional Development Facilitator
Emma has been teaching for the past seven years after completing a Bachelor of Primary Education. Throughout her time teaching, she developed a passion for supporting children and families, particularly those who have experienced trauma.