Speech Pathologist

Qualifications:

Kai completed a Master of Speech Language Therapy Practice at the University of Auckland in 2019. He is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and a member of Speech Pathology Australia

Experience:

Kai has over 5 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan in diverse settings such as homes, schools, hospitals, youth justice, and via telehealth. He specialises in AAC and works extensively with clients who have complex communication and swallowing needs, including those with neurodegenerative diseases, acquired brain injuries, stroke, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability.

Areas of expertise:
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
  • Voice assessment and management
  • Social pragmatic skills and functional communication therapy
  • Support within correctional facilities and youth justice settings
  • Communication support for individuals with complex needs
Treatment Modalities:

Kai takes a person-centred, neurodiversity-affirming approach to therapy, recognising and honouring all forms of communication. He works collaboratively with clients and their teams to develop meaningful, functional goals and tailors intervention to each individual’s strengths, preferences, and environment.

Kai integrates into his practice:

  • Neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, functional therapy approach
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies, including low-, mid-, and high-tech systems
  • Evidence-based AAC assessment, implementation and training
  • Evidence-based interventions for aphasia, voice, motor speech disorders, social communication and language development
  • Family and caregiver coaching to support carryover and generalisation
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary team practices to ensure person-centred client support

Kai ensures each approach is tailored to work with each client’s unique differences, focusing on their strengths and functional goals to empower their communication, participation, and quality of life.

Provide Services To:
  • Children (8–12 years)
  • Adolescents
  • Adults